Biochemistry of the Stilbenoids [Hardcover]

This book provides a comprehensive account of the distribution, chemistry, biological roles and pharmacological properties of this group of phenolic compounds.Introduction. Stilbenoids in bryophytes and pteridophytes. Stilbenoids in gymnosperms. Stilbenoids in angiosperms. Biosynthesis and chemical synthesis of stilbenoids. Analysis and identification. Biological activity. References. Appendix: Stilbenoid structures. Species index. Subject index.Phytochemists should be very glad with the release of this new series, and a copy of this book should be available in the library of every phytochemical laboratory - Phytochemistry; John Gorham and his collaborators are to be congratulated in doing a thorough and highly professional job. - Biochemical Systematics and Ecology