Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt.
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Shepherdia canadensis (L.) Nutt. (1)
Shepherdine
- Formula: C12H14N2O
- Molecular Weight: 202.25
Shepherdine, a harmala-type indole and tetrahydro-β-carboline alkaloid, is an antioxidant. Shepherdine scavenges free radicals via single electron transfer from its indole ring, forming an indolyl cation or neutral radical, and may convert to aromatic β-carbolines during this process. Shepherdine can be used for research on antioxidant activity.
