Microbial
Record Information
Version1.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2025-10-02 23:30:09 UTC
Update Date2025-10-08 21:35:23 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0060814
Metabolite Identification
Common NameShearinine D
DescriptionShearinine D is a polyketide metabolite known for its role in inhibiting Pseudonocardia. The chemical structure of shearinine D features a complex arrangement of carbon rings and functional groups typical of polyketides, which are synthesized through the polyketide synthase pathway. This compound is produced by certain microbial species and is characterized by its ability to interfere with biological processes in host organisms. In particular, shearinine D has been shown to reduce worker behavioral defenses in ant species, leading to increased vulnerability to predation and ultimately resulting in lethality when it accumulates in ant tissues (PMID:29880868 ). The pathways involved in its biosynthesis and action highlight the intricate interactions between microbial metabolites and insect physiology, showcasing the potential for such compounds to influence ecological dynamics.
Structure
SynonymsNot Available
Molecular FormulaC37H45NO6
Average Mass599.768
Monoisotopic Mass599.324688173
IUPAC NameNot Available
Traditional NameNot Available
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILESNot Available
InChI Identifier
Not Available
InChI KeyDFVYLDHDFLHIAA-UWMNKGBPSA-N