Definition of Scoparin. Meaning of Scoparin. Synonyms of Scoparin

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Definition of Scoparin

Scoparin
Scoparin Sco"pa*rin, n. (Chem.) A yellow gelatinous or crystalline substance found in broom (Cytisus scoparius) accompanying sparte["i]ne.

Meaning of Scoparin from wikipedia

- well as allelopathic quinolizidine alkaloids (mostly sparteine, lupanine, scoparin and hydroxy-derivatives), which defend the plant against insect infestation...
- including homoorientin, orientin, taxifolin deoxyhexose, isovitexin, scoparin, as well as proanthocyanidins (12.89 mg/g), and low levels of resveratrol...