Parthenin Explained

Parthenin is a chemical compound classified as a sesquiterpene lactone. It has been isolated from Parthenium hysterophorus.

It is genotoxic, allergenic, and an irritant.[1] Parthenin is believed to be responsible for the dermatitis caused by Parthenium hysterophorus.[2]

Notes and References

  1. 10.1016/S1383-5718(01)00321-7. Parthenin, a sesquiterpene lactone of Parthenium hysterophorus L. Is a high toxicity clastogen. Mutation Research/Genetic Toxicology and Environmental Mutagenesis. 514. 1–2. 19–27. 2002. Ramos. Alberto. Rivero. Reinaldo. Visozo. Angel. Piloto. Janet. Garcı́a. Arilia. 11815241.
  2. 4042647. 1985. Picman. J.. Treatment of dermatitis from parthenin. Contact Dermatitis. 13. 1. 9–13. Picman. A. K.. 10.1111/j.1600-0536.1985.tb02484.x. 40846706.

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