Terpenoids from Octocorals of the Genus Pachyclavularia

In this paper, we reviewed natural compounds isolated from octocorals belonging to the genus Pachyclavularia, including 20 cembrane-, 39 briarane-, and eight briarellin-related diterpenoids, and one secosterol. The chemical constituents of these 68 secondary metabolites, and their names, structures,...

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Main Authors: Yu-Chia Chang, Jyh-Horng Sheu, Yang-Chang Wu, Ping-Jyun Sung
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2017-12-01
Series:Marine Drugs
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-3397/15/12/382
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Summary:In this paper, we reviewed natural compounds isolated from octocorals belonging to the genus Pachyclavularia, including 20 cembrane-, 39 briarane-, and eight briarellin-related diterpenoids, and one secosterol. The chemical constituents of these 68 secondary metabolites, and their names, structures, and bioactivities, along with studies of their biological activities, are summarized in this review. Based on the literature, many of these compounds possess bioactivities, including anti-inflammation properties, cytotoxicity, and ichthyotoxicity, suggesting that they may have the potential to be developed into biomedical agents for treatment.
ISSN:1660-3397