Ayanin Explained

Ayanin is an O-methylated flavonol, a type of flavonoid. It is the 3,7,4'-tri-O-methylated derivative of quercetin.

It can be found in Croton schiedeanus. It can also be synthesized.[1]

Biosynthesis

The enzyme 3,7-dimethylquercetin 4'-O-methyltransferase uses S-adenosyl methionine and rhamnazin to produce S-adenosylhomocysteine and ayanin.

Notes and References

  1. 10.1002/jhet.5570130629. Partial methylation of quercetin: Direct synthesis of tamarixetin, ombuin and ayanin. Journal of Heterocyclic Chemistry. 13. 6. 1293–1295. 1976. Rao. Koppaka V.. Owoyale. Jacob A.. free.