ISSN:
1573-8388
Source:
Springer Online Journal Archives 1860-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
Notes:
Abstract The photosensitizing properties of sesquiterpene lactones have been considered by means of a study of their influence on the pigmentary system of plants. An investigation of the action of germacranolides, eudesmanolides, guaianolides, and pseudoguaianolides on the fluorescence spectra of leaves in the presence of exogenous 5-aminolevulinic acid (5-ALA) has permitted the conclusion that these compounds are capable of inhibiting the transformation of 5-ALA in the chain of the biosynthesis of chlorophyll.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1007/BF00630428