14-Benzoyl­mesaconine hydro­chloride methanol monosolvate
2011

Crystal Structure of 14-Benzoylmesaconine Hydrochloride Methanol Monosolvate

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Author Information

Author(s): Mu Yan, Li Lin, Wei Hai-Liu, Kuang Tong-Chun, Hu Song-Qing

Primary Institution: South China University of Technology

Hypothesis

To establish the molecular structure of the diterpenoid alkaloid 14-benzoylmesaconine.

Conclusion

The study successfully determined the crystal structure of 14-benzoylmesaconine hydrochloride methanol monosolvate.

Supporting Evidence

  • The study presents the first report on the crystal structure of 14-benzoylmesaconine.
  • The compound was isolated from Aconitum Caremichaeli Debx., known for its medicinal properties.
  • Hydrogen bonding interactions were crucial in forming the crystal structure.

Takeaway

Scientists figured out the structure of a special compound from a plant that can be both helpful and harmful.

Methodology

The compound was extracted from Aconitum Caremichaeli Debx. and its structure was analyzed using X-ray diffraction and NMR.

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1107/S1600536811010300

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