Plant Peptides intermediate
Violacein
violacein is a cyclotide — a cyclic, knotted peptide from plants with exceptional stability and insecticidal activity.
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violacein cyclotide plant-peptides
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Peptide Name | violacein |
| Type | Cyclotide |
| Source | Plant |
| Molecular Weight | 2993 Da |
Description
violacein is a cyclotide — a cyclic, knotted peptide from plants with exceptional stability and insecticidal activity.
Biological Function
This cyclotide plays important roles in:
- Physiological regulation
- Therapeutic potential
- Research applications
Research Significance
violacein has been studied extensively for its:
- Mechanism of action
- Structure-activity relationships
- Clinical applications
- Drug development potential
References
- Encyclopeptide Database. “violacein” monograph. encyclopeptide.com.
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