Properties
Description
Polyphyllin I, a small molecular monomer, inhibits proliferation and induces apoptotic cell death in U251 cells.
Molecular Formula
C44H70O16
Source
The rhizomes of the liliaceous plant Paris yunnanensis Franch
Purity
>98%, determined by HPLC.
Solubility
It is insoluble in water, petroleum ether, benzene, soluble in methanol, ethanol.
Identity
Confirmed by NMR and MS.
Applications
Polyphyllin I can be used for the study of anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, anti-viral, lower cholesterol, and lower blood pressure, etc.