cyclopamine
English
Molecular structure of cyclopamine
Etymology
cyclops + -amine. So called for its ability to induce cyclopia in certain animals.
Noun
cyclopamine
- A naturally-occurring alkaloid that belongs to the group of steroidal jerveratrum alkaloids and has the molecular formula C27H41NO2
Usage notes
- Not to be confused with ciclopramine.
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