Structural Characterization of Kadcoccinin A: A Sesquiterpenoid with a Tricyclo[4.4.0.0(3,10)]decane Scaffold from Kadsura coccinea

Org Lett. 2016 May 6;18(9):2284-7. doi: 10.1021/acs.orglett.6b00919. Epub 2016 Apr 19.

Abstract

Kadcoccinin A (1), a cage-like sesquiterpenoid possessing a tricyclo[4.4.0.0(3,10)]decane scaffold, and the biosynthetically related kadcoccinin B (2) were isolated from the stems of Kadsura coccinea. Their structures and absolute configurations were determined from extensive spectroscopic analysis and quantum chemical calculations. Additionally, their cytotoxic and antifungal effects were initially evaluated, and a plausible biosynthetic pathway was proposed.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Kadsura / chemistry*
  • Molecular Structure
  • Polycyclic Compounds / chemistry*
  • Sesquiterpenes / chemistry*
  • Sesquiterpenes / isolation & purification

Substances

  • Polycyclic Compounds
  • Sesquiterpenes
  • kadcoccinin A