Description
α-Yohimbine isolated from the barks of Pausinystalia yohimbe. It is strong selective 2-adrenoceptor antagonist.
Synonyms
methyl (16beta,17alpha,20alpha)-17-hydroxyyohimban-16-carboxylate
Molecular Formula
C21H26N2O3
Boiling Point
543.0±50.0°C (Predicted)
Application
aphrodisiac effect; selective α2-adrenoceptor antagonist;
Alpha
D19 -18° (pyridine); D19 -27° (abs alcohol)
Color
Light Yellow to Tan