A new antidiabetic and anti-inflammatory biflavonoid from Schinus polygama (Cav.) Cabrera leaves

A new biflavonoid, luteolin-(6 -> 8'')-apigenin was isolated from 80% methanol extract of Schinus polygama (Cav.) Cabrera leaves (Anacardiaceae). The structure was elucidated by 1D and 2D-NMR spectroscopic data. This compound exhibited in vitro antidiabetic effect via alpha-amylase assay. Furthermore, it possesses anti-inflammatory activity through membrane stabilization effect on erythrocytes.

Automated summary

A new biflavonoid, luteolin-(6 -> 8'')-apigenin, was isolated from the leaves of Schinus polygama. This compound exhibited in vitro antidiabetic effect and anti-inflammatory activity.