Crystal structure of Staudtienic acid, a diterpenoid from Warb. (Myristicaceae).

This title compound, CHO, was isolated from the benzene fraction of the stem bark of Warb. (Myristicaceae) using column chromatography techniques over silica gel. The compound was fully characterized by single-crystal X-ray diffraction, one and two-dimensional NMR spectroscopy, IR and MS spectrometry.

Chemical profiling, bio-guided purification, and cytotoxic effect of two African spices: Hypodaphnis zenkeri Engl. Stapf (Lauraceae) and Staudtia kamerunensis warb (Myristicaceae) on human prostate cancer cell lines.

Ethnopharmacological Relevance: Prostate cancer remains a significant burden in low- and middle-income countries and the second leading cause of death around the world. Spices used in daily cuisine contain interesting phytochemical components capable of helping prevent and cure cancer.

Aim: This study aims to give sufficient phytochemical information on two understudied species, Staudtia kamerunensis Warb.