Orientin

• Lutexin
• Luteolin 8-C -glucoside

White to yellow odorless solid

Fixed

265-267 ° C

• Partially soluble in water
• Soluble in 1 M sodium hydroxide solution

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Orientin is a naturally occurring, glycosylated flavonoid, specifically a glycosylated flavone. As an isolated substance there is in the form of a yellow solid.

Occurrence

Orientin is in many plants, including the passion flower, rooibos, some species of bamboo and Japanese marsh iris, occurring.

Biological Significance

Orientin has an antioxidant effect. In animals, it acts also anti-inflammatory.

Isomers

The regioisomer isoorientin is also as a natural product found in various plants, including bamboo and passion fruit available.