Description
Luteolin 5-methyl ether, a flavone compound of natural origin with potent pharmacological effects, can be obtained from a variety of plant species. Its therapeutic potential encompasses a broad spectrum of health conditions such as cancer, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and neurodegenerative disorders, primarily due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antitumor properties. The inspiring results from studies conducted in this realm suggest that Luteolin 5-methyl ether is a promising candidate for the development of novel therapeutic agents.
Synonyms
4H-1-Benzopyran-4-one, 2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-7-hydroxy-5-methoxy-
IUPAC Name
2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-7-hydroxy-5-methoxychromen-4-one
Molecular Formula
C16H12O6
Canonical SMILES
COC1=C2C(=CC(=C1)O)OC(=CC2=O)C3=CC(=C(C=C3)O)O
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H12O6/c1-21-14-5-9(17)6-15-16(14)12(20)7-13(22-15)8-2-3-10(18)11(19)4-8/h2-7,17-19H,1H3
InChIKey
OZPMKAZMPNDLKX-UHFFFAOYSA-N