5-propylbenzene-1,3-diol (5-PBD) is a naturally occurring compound found in several plant species, including the common garden plant, the rose. 5-PBD has been found to possess antifungal, antiviral, anticonvulsant, and anti-inflammatory properties, and has been shown to inhibit the growth of several species of fungi, including Candida albicans and Trichophyton mentagrophytes. Additionally, it has been reported to inhibit the oxidation of lipids in cell cultures.
