Phallacidin: Oligopeptide Research Reference
Phallacidin, a bioactive peptide compound with documented applications in biomedical research, pharmacological studies, and therapeutic development
Overview
Phallacidin is a bioactive peptide with well-characterized properties and therapeutic applications. It is derived from Amanita phalloides (Death Cap).
Structure
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | Phallacidin |
| Length | 7 amino acids | | Molecular Weight | 846.93 Da | | Source | Amanita phalloides (Death Cap) | | Category | Fungal Cyclopeptide / Toxin |
Mechanism of Action
Stabilizes F-actin polymers, preventing treadmilling and depolymerization
Bioactivity
Cytotoxin, actin-stabilizing agent
Therapeutic Potential
Cell biology research tool; actin cytoskeleton studies
References
- Wikipept Peptide Database
- Primary literature (see individual entries)
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