This article throws light upon the top seven examples of flavnols. The examples are: 1. Myricetin 2. Quercetin 3. Kaempferol 4. Fissetin 5. Isorhamnetin. Flavnols Example # 1. Myricetin: Myricetin is a naturally-occurring flavonoid. It is commonly found in the form of glycosides, such as myricitrin. Sources: Grapes, berries, fruits, vegetables, and walnuts Functions: i. Antioxidant properties. ii. In vitro [...]
In this article we will discuss about 1. Simple Plant Phenolics 2. Lignin 3. Flavonoids and 4. Tannins. Simple Plant Phenolics: The phenolic compounds which contain basic carbon skeleton as C6, C6 – C1, C6 - C2, C6 - C3 and C6 - C4 are sometimes grouped as simple phenolics. Many of these compounds occur in plants as secondary metabolites [...]
Let us make an in-depth study of the plant phenolics. After reading this article you will learn about 1. Biological Functions of Plant Phenolics 2. Classification of Plant Phenolics and 3. Biosynthesis of Plant Phenolics. Thousands of organic compounds which contain one or more phenolic residue i.e., a funcÂtional hydroxyl group on a benzene ring are produced by plants and [...]