Chemical Properties
White crystalline powder, soluble in methanol, ethanol, DMSO and other organic solvents, derived from Elephantopus scaber.
Uses
Scabertopin is a sesquiterpene lactone. Scabertopin has been found to be prominent anticancer constituents[1][2].
Health effects
Didancao species lactone has anti-tumor effect: Didancao has inhibitory effect on the proliferation of various tumor cells.
Biological Activity
Scabertopin, isolated from Elephantopus scaber, is a sesquiterpene lactone. It is an important anticancer ingredient.
References
[1] Liang QL, et al. [Structure modification on sesquiterpene lactones from Elephantopus scaber]. Yao Xue Xue Bao. 2007 Nov;42(11):1159-61. PMID:18300472
[2] Hiradeve SM, et al. A review on pharmacology and toxicology of Elephantopus scaber Linn. Nat Prod Res. 2014;28(11):819-30. DOI:
10.1080/14786419.2014.883394