Apparent intermediates in the biosynthesis of mescaline and related tetrahydroisoquinolines
Stig Agurell, Jan O. Lundström
Chemical Communications (London) January 1, 1968 DOI: 10.1039/c1968001638b (opens in new tab) via OpenAlex
Summary
AI-generated from the abstractThe biosynthesis of mescaline in peyote cactus involves the conversion of 3,4,5-trimethoxyphenethylamine from precursors. The paper reports experimental evidence for the biosynthetic pathway, showing that labeled precursors are incorporated into mescaline, supporting a specific route involving hydroxylation and methylation steps. The findings clarify the natural production of this alkaloid in the plant.
Study at a glance
| Characteristics | Experimental study Peer reviewed |
|---|---|
| Topics | Mescaline |
| Keywords | Biosynthesis Stereochemistry Biochemistry Combinatorial chemistry |
| Citations | 4 |
| Key finding | Labeled precursors are incorporated into mescaline, supporting a biosynthetic pathway via hydroxylation and methylation. |
Abstract
S. Agurell and J. Lundström, Chem. Commun. (London), 1968, 1638b DOI: 10.1039/C1968001638B