Cytogenotoxic effects of 3-epicaryoptin in Allium cepa L. root apical meristem cells.

Diterpenoid 3-epicaryoptin (CHO) is abundant in the leaves of Clerodendrum inerme, a traditionally used medicinal plant, and has insect antifeedant activities. Here, we aim to explore the cytogenotoxic effects of compound 3-epicaryoptin in Allium cepa root apical meristem cells. 3-epicaryoptin (concentrations of 100, 150, and 200 µg mL) and the standard compound colchicine (200 µg mL) were applied to A.