NCBI Taxonomy: 422353
Senecio latifolius (ncbi_taxid: 422353)
found 18 associated metabolites at species taxonomy rank level.
Ancestor: Senecio
Child Taxonomies: none taxonomy data.
Stigmasterol
Stigmasterol is a phytosterol, meaning it is steroid derived from plants. As a food additive, phytosterols have cholesterol-lowering properties (reducing cholesterol absorption in intestines), and may act in cancer prevention. Phytosterols naturally occur in small amount in vegetable oils, especially soybean oil. One such phytosterol complex, isolated from vegetable oil, is cholestatin, composed of campesterol, stigmasterol, and brassicasterol, and is marketed as a dietary supplement. Sterols can reduce cholesterol in human subjects by up to 15\\%. The mechanism behind phytosterols and the lowering of cholesterol occurs as follows : the incorporation of cholesterol into micelles in the gastrointestinal tract is inhibited, decreasing the overall amount of cholesterol absorbed. This may in turn help to control body total cholesterol levels, as well as modify HDL, LDL and TAG levels. Many margarines, butters, breakfast cereals and spreads are now enriched with phytosterols and marketed towards people with high cholesterol and a wish to lower it. Stigmasterol is found to be associated with phytosterolemia, which is an inborn error of metabolism. Stigmasterol is a 3beta-sterol that consists of 3beta-hydroxystigmastane having double bonds at the 5,6- and 22,23-positions. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a 3beta-sterol, a stigmastane sterol, a 3beta-hydroxy-Delta(5)-steroid and a member of phytosterols. It derives from a hydride of a stigmastane. Stigmasterol is a natural product found in Ficus auriculata, Xylopia aromatica, and other organisms with data available. Stigmasterol is a steroid derivative characterized by the hydroxyl group in position C-3 of the steroid skeleton, and unsaturated bonds in position 5-6 of the B ring, and position 22-23 in the alkyl substituent. Stigmasterol is found in the fats and oils of soybean, calabar bean and rape seed, as well as several other vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, and unpasteurized milk. See also: Comfrey Root (part of); Saw Palmetto (part of); Plantago ovata seed (part of). Stigmasterol is an unsaturated plant sterol occurring in the plant fats or oils of soybean, calabar bean, and rape seed, and in a number of medicinal herbs, including the Chinese herbs Ophiopogon japonicus (Mai men dong) and American Ginseng. Stigmasterol is also found in various vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, and unpasteurized milk. A 3beta-sterol that consists of 3beta-hydroxystigmastane having double bonds at the 5,6- and 22,23-positions. C1907 - Drug, Natural Product > C28178 - Phytosterol > C68437 - Unsaturated Phytosterol
Retrorsine
Retrorsine is a naturally occurring toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloid found in certain plants. Despite its toxicity, it may have several biological functions, both in the plants that produce it and in the organisms that ingest it. Here are some possible biological functions of Retrorsine: Defense Mechanism: In plants, Retrorsine likely serves as a chemical defense against herbivores and pathogens. Its toxicity can deter animals from feeding on the plant and can inhibit the growth of microbial pathogens. Allelopathy: Retrorsine may be involved in allelopathy, which is the process by which plants release chemicals into the environment to inhibit the growth of competing plants. This can help the producing plant secure resources such as light, water, and nutrients. Insecticidal Properties: The compound may have insecticidal properties, helping to protect the plant from insect pests. Medicinal Uses: In traditional medicine, plants containing Retrorsine have been used for their supposed medicinal properties, although the use is cautioned due to the compound's toxicity. Ecological Role: Retrorsine may play a role in the ecological interactions of the plant, affecting the behavior and population dynamics of herbivores and other organisms in the ecosystem. Cell Cycle Inhibition: In biological systems, Retrorsine has been shown to inhibit cell proliferation, particularly in liver cells. This property is of interest in medical research for understanding liver toxicity and cancer. Genotoxic Effects: Retrorsine can bind to DNA, causing genotoxic effects. This can lead to mutations and has implications for cancer research. Pharmacological Research: Due to its biological activity, Retrorsine is used in pharmacological research to study the mechanisms of toxicity, carcinogenesis, and potential therapeutic targets. It's important to note that while Retrorsine has these potential biological functions, its toxicity makes it hazardous to humans and animals, and it is not used in modern medicine due to the risks associated with its ingestion. Research on Retrorsine is typically focused on understanding its mechanisms of action and toxicity to inform safety guidelines and potential therapeutic applications. Origin: Plant; SubCategory_DNP: Alkaloids derived from ornithine, Pyrrolizidine alkaloids relative retention time with respect to 9-anthracene Carboxylic Acid is 0.363 relative retention time with respect to 9-anthracene Carboxylic Acid is 0.358 relative retention time with respect to 9-anthracene Carboxylic Acid is 0.361 CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1); INTERNAL_ID 2325 CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1); INTERNAL_ID 177 CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1); INTERNAL_ID 117 INTERNAL_ID 147; CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1) CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1); INTERNAL_ID 147 CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1); INTERNAL_ID 137 CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1); INTERNAL_ID 157 CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1); INTERNAL_ID 167 CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1); INTERNAL_ID 127 CONFIDENCE Reference Standard (Level 1); INTERNAL_ID 107 D000970 - Antineoplastic Agents Retrorsine is a naturally occurring toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloid. Retrorsine can bind with DNA and inhibits the proliferative capacity of hepatocytes. Retrorsine can be used for the research of hepatocellular injury[1][2]. Retrorsine. CAS Common Chemistry. CAS, a division of the American Chemical Society, n.d. https://commonchemistry.cas.org/detail?cas_rn=480-54-6 (retrieved 2025-03-17) (CAS RN: 480-54-6). Licensed under the Attribution-Noncommercial 4.0 International License (CC BY-NC 4.0).
Poriferasterol
Isatidine
Isatidine is a citraconoyl group.
1ST40320
Retrorsine is a macrolide. Retrorsine is a natural product found in Crotalaria spartioides, Senecio malacitanus, and other organisms with data available. D000970 - Antineoplastic Agents Retrorsine is a naturally occurring toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloid. Retrorsine can bind with DNA and inhibits the proliferative capacity of hepatocytes. Retrorsine can be used for the research of hepatocellular injury[1][2]. Retrorsine is a naturally occurring toxic pyrrolizidine alkaloid. Retrorsine can bind with DNA and inhibits the proliferative capacity of hepatocytes. Retrorsine can be used for the research of hepatocellular injury[1][2].
