Record Information
Version2.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-15 03:11:06 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:05:50 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0011260
Metabolite Identification
Common Name(-)-(R)-11-dehydrosydonic acid
Description(-)-(R)-11-dehydrosydonic acid is a sesquiterpenoid, a chemical class known for its diverse biological activities and structural complexity. This metabolite has been identified in the context of a chemical investigation of the endolichenic fungus Aspergillus versicolor, which was isolated from the lichen Lobaria quercizans. The study reported the isolation of several novel compounds, including various diphenyl ethers and bisabolane sesquiterpenoids, highlighting the rich chemical diversity present in these organisms (125a). Sesquiterpenoids like (-)-(R)-11-dehydrosydonic acid are often associated with ecological functions, such as contributing to the chemical defenses of plants and fungi against herbivores and pathogens. The unique structural features of sesquiterpenoids may also lead to potential applications in pharmacology, as they can exhibit anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and cytotoxic properties, making them of interest for further biological evaluation and potential therapeutic use. The exploration of metabolites like (-)-(R)-11-dehydrosydonic acid underscores the importance of natural products in drug discovery and the intricate relationships between organisms and their environments.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
(-)-(R)-11-DehydrosydonateGenerator
Molecular FormulaC15H20O4
Average Mass264.321
Monoisotopic Mass264.136159124
IUPAC Name3-hydroxy-4-[(2R)-2-hydroxy-6-methylhept-6-en-2-yl]benzoic acid
Traditional Name3-hydroxy-4-[(2R)-2-hydroxy-6-methylhept-6-en-2-yl]benzoic acid
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
CC(=C)CCC[C@@](C)(O)C1=C(O)C=C(C=C1)C(O)=O
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C15H20O4/c1-10(2)5-4-8-15(3,19)12-7-6-11(14(17)18)9-13(12)16/h6-7,9,16,19H,1,4-5,8H2,2-3H3,(H,17,18)/t15-/m1/s1
InChI KeyCUAGAFVIRMPUAL-OAHLLOKOSA-N