Compound Monograph
9-Deoxymuzigadial
A drimane-type sesquiterpene dialdehyde from horopito (Pseudowintera colorata) and related Winteraceae, occurring alongside polygodial; reported to have antifungal and insecticidal activity.
Classification
9-Deoxymuzigadial is one of the sesquiterpenes, part of the terpenoids class. The largest class of plant compounds, built from five-carbon isoprene units — the essential-oil aromatics, resins, bitter principles, saponins, and plant sterols.
Where Does It Come From? (2)
9-Deoxymuzigadial is one of the sesquiterpenes, found in Drimys and Horopito.