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ReviewChemistry & biodiversity2026

Research Progress in the Chemical Composition and Bioactivity of Taiwania (Taxodiaceae).

Liangrui Yang, Zhaofei Wen, Xijing Wang, Tingcai Dong, Yaxin Liu, Yao Huang, Yongfan Zi, Tianpeng Yin, Le Cai

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Liangrui YangKey Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry for Natural Resource, Ministry of Education, Yunnan Characteristic Plant Extraction Laboratory, Functional Molecules Analysis and Biotransformation Key Laboratory of Universities in Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, People's Republic of China.
Zhaofei WenKey Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry for Natural Resource, Ministry of Education, Yunnan Characteristic Plant Extraction Laboratory, Functional Molecules Analysis and Biotransformation Key Laboratory of Universities in Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, People's Republic of China.
Xijing WangFaculty of Bioengineering, Zunyi Medical University, Zhuhai, Guangdong, People's Republic of China.
Tingcai DongKey Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry for Natural Resource, Ministry of Education, Yunnan Characteristic Plant Extraction Laboratory, Functional Molecules Analysis and Biotransformation Key Laboratory of Universities in Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, People's Republic of China.
Yaxin LiuSchool of Agriculture, Yunnan University, Kunming, Yunnan, People's Republic of China.
Yao HuangKey Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry for Natural Resource, Ministry of Education, Yunnan Characteristic Plant Extraction Laboratory, Functional Molecules Analysis and Biotransformation Key Laboratory of Universities in Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, People's Republic of China.
Yongfan ZiKey Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry for Natural Resource, Ministry of Education, Yunnan Characteristic Plant Extraction Laboratory, Functional Molecules Analysis and Biotransformation Key Laboratory of Universities in Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, People's Republic of China.
Tianpeng YinFaculty of Bioengineering, Zunyi Medical University, Zhuhai, Guangdong, People's Republic of China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-4326-2900
Le CaiKey Laboratory of Medicinal Chemistry for Natural Resource, Ministry of Education, Yunnan Characteristic Plant Extraction Laboratory, Functional Molecules Analysis and Biotransformation Key Laboratory of Universities in Yunnan Province, Kunming, Yunnan, People's Republic of China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0970-4920

Funding

an Undergraduate Innovation Training Program from Yunnan University 20247040Natural Science Foundation of China 82260835the Science and Technology Innovation Team of Zhuhai Campus of Zunyi Medical University ZHTD2024-2Yunnan Characteristic Plant Screening and R&D Service CXO Platform 2022YKZY001Zunyi Medical University Zhuhai Campus Key Construction Discipline ZHGY2024-1
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Abstract

Taiwania Hayata, an ancient relict genus within the family Taxodiaceae, comprises only two species, Taiwania cryptomerioides Hayata and Taiwania flousiana Gaussen, which exhibit significant economic and ecological value. In recent years, the secondary metabolites of Taiwania have attracted considerable attention due to their diverse chemical structures and biological activities. Taiwania is rich in various chemical constituents, including terpenoids, lignans, flavonoids, sterols, and phenolic acids. These components not only confer excellent decay resistance and durability to the timber but also demonstrate multiple biological activities, such as antitumor, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties, along with biocontrol potential. Notably, these compounds display tissue-specific distribution patterns within the plants, with substantial accumulation, particularly in the heartwood. This review systematically summarizes the research progress on the structural characteristics, tissue distribution, and biological activities of chemical constituents in Taiwania, aiming to provide guidance for future research directions and offer insights into the sustainable conservation and efficient utilization of these rare tree species.

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AntioxidantsAnti-Infective AgentsAnti-Inflammatory AgentsAntineoplastic Agents, PhytogenicFlavonoidsHumansLignansMolecular StructureTerpenesAnti-Infective AgentsAnti-Inflammatory AgentsAntineoplastic Agents, PhytogenicAntioxidantsFlavonoidsLignansTerpenesbioactivitieschemical constituentsTaiwaniaTaiwania cryptomerioidesTaiwania flousiana

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PMID41205204
PMCPMC13421877

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