Violacein
Violacein is a purple pigment and bacterial metabolite with antibacterial activity against Gram-positive bacteria and antiprotozoal efficacy against Plasmodium species. It functions by permeabilizing bacterial cell membranes and has demonstrated in vivo activity in mouse models of P. chabaudi infection.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
548-54-9
Field of Research
Cell Biology, Metabolism Research
Smiles
Oc1ccc2[nH]cc (C3=C\C (C (=O) N3) =C3/C (=O) Nc4ccccc34) c2c1
Molecular Formula
C20H13N3O3
Molecular Weight
343.34
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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