Hydrangenol-4'-O-glucoside

Hydrangenol-4'-O-glucoside is a chemical compound found in the hydrangea plant. It is a type of glucoside, which are molecules that contain a glucose residue attached to another functional group via a glycosidic bond.

Chemical Structure

Hydrangenol-4'-O-glucoside is composed of a hydrangenol molecule attached to a glucose molecule at the 4' position. The chemical formula for hydrangenol-4'-O-glucoside is C₂₁H₂₄O₁₁.

Occurrence

Hydrangenol-4'-O-glucoside is found in the Hydrangeaceae family of plants, specifically in the hydrangea genus. It is one of the many glucosides found in these plants, which are known for their large, showy flowers.

Biological Activity

The biological activity of hydrangenol-4'-O-glucoside is not well-studied. However, other glucosides found in hydrangea plants have been shown to have various biological activities, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects.

Extraction and Identification

Hydrangenol-4'-O-glucoside can be extracted from hydrangea plants using various solvent extraction methods. The compound can then be identified and quantified using techniques such as high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) and mass spectrometry (MS).

See Also

• Glucoside
• Hydrangea
• Solvent extraction
• High-performance liquid chromatography
• Mass spectrometry