ISSN:
0018-019X
Keywords:
Chemistry
;
Organic Chemistry
Source:
Wiley InterScience Backfile Collection 1832-2000
Topics:
Chemistry and Pharmacology
Notes:
Novel Alkaloids from the Poison Glands of Ants LeptothoraciniNovel pyrrolidine alkaloids were isolated from the poison glands of ants Leptothoracini(Myrmicinae) and identified as a mixture of N-alkylated 3-methylpyrrolidines. The females of these species produce male-attracting pheromones in their poison glands. The basic compounds in the secretions were found to be active. The major alkaloid, 3-methyl-1-(3-methylbutyl)pyrrolidine (5), is present in only ng quantities per gland.
Additional Material:
1 Ill.
Type of Medium:
Electronic Resource
URL:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/hlca.19950780107