Synonyms
Chrysophanol
3-Methylchrysazin
1,8-Dihydroxy-3-methylanthraquinone
Description
Chrysophanol is a trihydroxyanthraquinone that is chrysazin with a methyl substituent at C-3. It has been isolated from Aloe vera and exhibits antiviral and anti-inflammatory activity. It has a role as an antiviral agent, an anti-inflammatory agent and a plant metabolite. It is functionally related to a chrysazin.
Molecular Formula
C15H10O4
Appearance
golden yellow plates or brown powder
Applications
anti-inflammatory