Whole-molecule disordered (E)-2-(1-hydroxy-3-phenylprop-2-en-1-ylidene)-4,5-dimethoxycyclopent-4-ene-1,3-dione isolated from Lindera oxyphylla (Lauraceae)
2011
Study of a Compound from Lindera oxyphylla
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Evidence: moderate
Author Information
Author(s): Hosseinzadeh Masoumeh, Mukhtar Mat Ropi, Mohamad Jamaludin, Awang Khalijah, Ng Seik Weng
Primary Institution: University of Malaya
Conclusion
The crystal structure of the compound is disordered and features hydrogen bonding interactions.
Supporting Evidence
- The compound was isolated from the bark of Lindera oxyphylla.
- X-ray crystallography revealed a disordered crystal structure.
- Weak hydrogen bonding interactions were observed in the crystal.
Takeaway
Scientists looked at a special compound from a plant and found that its structure is a bit messy but has some interesting connections between its parts.
Methodology
The compound was extracted from the bark of Lindera oxyphylla and characterized using X-ray crystallography.
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