First complete NMR data and theoretical study of an antimicrobial formylated dihydrochalcone from Psidium guineense Sw

Nat Prod Res. 2022 Jan;36(1):419-423. doi: 10.1080/14786419.2020.1771709. Epub 2020 Jun 11.

Abstract

Chalcones are a widespread group of natural compounds characterized by the basic structure 1,3-diaryl-2-propen-1-one. In this study, we focused on the uncommon formylated chalcone 3'-formyl-2',4',6'-trihydroxy-5'-methyldihydrochalcone that possess interesting antimicrobial and anticancer potential. Considering the pharmacological relevance of this compound, we report its isolation and the first complete and unequivocal NMR data for this substance, corroborated by in silico theoretical study. In addition to that, its antibacterial potential was evaluated and the compound presented strong activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa.[Formula: see text].

Keywords: 3’-formyl-2’,4’,6’-trihydroxy-5’-methyldihydrochalcone; DFT; Pseudomonas aeruginosa; Psidium guineense Sw.

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / pharmacology
  • Anti-Infective Agents*
  • Chalcones*
  • Models, Theoretical
  • Psidium*

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Anti-Infective Agents
  • Chalcones
  • dihydrochalcone