Perfil de compuestos fenólicos y actividad antioxidante de Rhynchostele rossii (Orchidaceae) silvestre y cultivada in vitro

Background and Aims: Rhynchostele rossii is an orchid native to Mexico known as gallinitas (little chickens) that is threatened due to overexploitation for ornamental purposes, as a consequence of which it is necessary to realize efforts for its conservation. To date there are no reports of phytochemical studies of this orchid, although it is well known that species of the Orchidaceae family are a good source of bioactive and nutraceutical compounds (e. g. vanillin). Therefore, the main objective of this research was to establish a R. rossii in vitro germination protocol for propagation and determination of phenolic compounds that contribute to its phytochemical knowledge.Methods: A specimen of a wild plant and some seedlings obtained by in vitro culture were dried, milled and their components extracted with MeOH; anti-free radical activity (DPPH), total phenols and flavonoids were determined by spectrophotometric methods, and individual phenolic compounds were identified and quantified by liquid chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (LC-MS).Key results: The root of the wild plant showed the highest content of total phenols and flavonoids with 121.60 mg GAE g-1 and 108.73 mg CE g-1, respectively, and the best anti-free radical activity with an IC50 53.63 μg ml-1. Extracts from seedlings obtained by in vitro culture also produced phenolic compounds, showing a total phenolic and flavonoid content of 37.35 mg GAE g-1 and 0.16 mg CE g-1, respectively. One coumarin (scopoletin) , three cinnamic acids (4-coumaric acid, ferulic acid and trans-cinnamic acid), three benzoic acids (vanillic acid, vanillin and 4-hydroxybenzoic acid) and three flavonoids (quercetin-3-D-galactoside, quercetin-3-glucoside and kaempferide) were identified and quantified by LC-MS.Conclusions: This study demonstrates that R. rossii is a potential source of antioxidant metabolites that can be obtained by in vitro culture, without harming the wild specimens.Antecedentes y Objetivos: Rhynchostele rossii es una orquídea nativa de México conocida como gallinitas, que está amenazada debido a su sobreexplotación con fines ornamentales, lo que hace necesario realizar esfuerzos para su conservación. A la fecha, no hay estudios fitoquímicos de esta orquídea, aunque se sabe que las especies de la familia Orchidaceae son una buena fuente de compuestos bioactivos y nutracéuticos (p. ej. vainillina). Por lo anterior, el objetivo principal de esta investigación fue establecer el protocolo de geminación in vitro de R. rossii para la propagación de la especie y la determinación de compuestos fenólicos que contribuyan al conocimiento fitoquímico de esta planta.Métodos: Un ejemplar silvestre y algunas plántulas obtenidas por cultivo in vitro se secaron, molieron y extrajeron con MeOH; se determinó la actividad de anti-radicales libres (DPPH), fenoles y flavonoides totales por métodos espectrofotométricos y algunos fenoles se identificaron y cuantificaron por cromatografía de líquidos acoplada a espectrometría de masas (LC-MS).Resultados clave: La raíz de la planta silvestre mostró el mayor contenido de fenoles y flavonoides totales con 121.60 mg GAE g-1, y 108.73 mg CE g-1, respectivamente, y la mejor actividad anti-radicales libres con una IC50 de 53.63 μg ml-1. Los extractos de las plántulas obtenidas in vitro también produjeron compuestos fenólicos, mostrando un contenido de fenoles y flavonoides totales de 37.35 mg GAE g-1 y 0.16 mg CE g-1, respectivamente, mientras que por LC-MS se identificaron y cuantificaron una cumarina (escopoletina), tres ácidos cinámicos (ácido 4-cumárico, ácido ferúlico y ácido trans-cinamico), tres ácidos benzoicos (ácido vainillico, vainillina y acido 4-hidroxibenzoico) y tres flavonoides (quercetina-3-D-galactósido, quercetina-3-glucósido y kaempferide).Conclusiones: Este estudio muestra que R. rossii es una fuente potencial de metabolitos antioxidantes que pueden obtenerse mediante cultivo in vitro, sin perjudicar a los ejemplares silvestres

Compuestos bioactivos, propiedades antioxidantes y antibacterianas de pulpa, piel y arilo de la fruta de Clusia quadrangula (Clusiaceae)

Background and Aims: The Clusiaceae family is known for its bioactive compounds with beneficial antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. The objectives of this study were to 1) identify and quantify the individual polyphenol compounds in the methanolic extract from peel, pulp and aril of the fruit of Clusia quadrangula by UPLC-MSMS, evaluate their antioxidant properties, 2) analyze the fatty acid profile, minerals composition and 3) determine the antibacterial activity against pathogenic bacteria of the methanolic extract.Methods: Physicochemical properties, antioxidants and bioactive compounds, fatty acid profile and mineral content were analyzed using a Microplate Spectrophotometer, Ultra High Performance Liquid Chromatography coupled with a triple quadrupole Mass Spectrometer, Gas Chromatography coupled with a Mass Spectrometer and Microwave Plasma Atomic Emission Spectroscopy.Key results: Twenty phenolic compounds were identified and quantified plus the precursor shikimic acid (103.55 µg/g solids). Procyanidin B2 (41.56 µg/g solids), (−)-epicatechin (34.07 µg/g solids), and ellagic acid (27.58 µg/g solids) were found in greater quantity in the methanolic extract of the pulp. Palmitic and linoleic acid were the most abundant fatty acids in the pulp, peel, and aril, and linolenic acid was present in the pulp. The pulp also exhibited the highest amount of total polyphenolic compounds (24.33 mg GAE/g) and reducing power evaluated by FRAP (18.697 mg ET/g). Analysis of the minerals revealed that all fractions are rich in magnesium, potassium, sodium, and calcium. The results showed that the methanolic extract of the different parts of the fruit had antibacterial properties against Salmonella typhi, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, and Enterococcus faecalis. Conclusions: These results indicate that different parts of the C. quadrangula fruit are a rich source of natural antioxidants and possess antibacterial properties. Therefore, it can be considered for use as ingredient or additive in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical, or food industries.Antecedentes y Objetivos: La familia Clusiaceae es conocida por sus compuestos bioactivos con propiedades antioxidantes y antiinflamatorias beneficiosas. Los objetivos de este estudio fueron: 1) identificar y cuantificar compuestos polifenólicos individuales en el extracto metanólico de cáscara, pulpa y arilo del fruto de Clusia quadrangula por UPLC-MSMS, evaluar sus propiedades antioxidantes, 2) analizar el perfil de ácidos grasos, la composición mineral y 3) determinar la actividad antibacteriana contra bacterias patógenas del extracto metanólico. Métodos: Las propiedades fisicoquímicas, antioxidantes y compuestos bioactivos, perfil de ácidos grasos y contenido de minerales fueron analizados utilizando un Espectrofotómetro de Microplaca, Cromatografía de Líquidos de Ultra Alta Resolución acoplado a un Espectrómetro de Masas triple cuadrupolo, Cromatografía de Gases acoplada a un Espectrómetro de Masas y Espectroscopia de Emisión Atómica de Plasma de Microondas.Resultados clave: Se identificaron y cuantificaron 20 compuestos fenólicos más el precursor ácido shikímico (103.55 µg/g sólidos). Procianidina B2 (41.56 µg/g sólidos), (−)-epicatequina (34.07 µg/g sólidos) y ácido elágico (27.58 µg/g sólidos) se encontraron en mayor cantidad en el extracto metanólico de la pulpa. Los ácidos palmítico y linoleico fueron los ácidos grasos más abundantes en la pulpa, cáscara y arilo, y el ácido linolénico estuvo presente en la pulpa. La pulpa también exhibió la mayor cantidad de compuestos polifenólicos totales (24.33 mg GAE/g) y poder reductor evaluado por FRAP (18.697 mg ET/g). El análisis de los minerales reveló que todas las fracciones son ricas en magnesio, potasio, sodio y calcio. Los resultados mostraron que el extracto metanólico de las diferentes partes del fruto tenían propiedades antibacterianas contra Salmonella typhi, Escherichia coli, Staphylococcus aureus, y Enterococcus faecalis.Conclusión: Estos resultados indican que las diferentes partes del fruto de C. quadrangula son una rica fuente de antioxidantes naturales y poseen propiedades antibacterianas, por lo que se puede considerar para su uso como ingrediente o aditivo en la industria cosmética, farmacéutica o alimentaria

Phytochemical characterization of Izote (Yucca elephantipes) flowers

Flowers of the Izote (Yucca elephantipes) are traditionally consumed in different dishes in the Mexican cuisine. Although the use of the flowers in Salvador, Guatemala and México is quite popular, there are no scientific reports of their physicochemical properties and phytochemical composition of petals, carpels and stamens. As part of our research program on characterization of edible wild plants, we have analysed the composition and content of phenolic com-pounds in methanol crude extracts of petals, carpels and stamens from Y. elephantipes. The petals exhibited eighteen phenolic compounds, including 4-coumaric acid, rutin, ferulic acid, 4-hydroxybenzoic acid, caffeic acid, quercetin 3-glucoside, trans-cinnamic acid, among others. The principal phenolic compound found in petals, carpels and stamens was 4-coumaric acid, with 1154.20, 526.19 and 484.50 μg/g, respectively. In addition, carpel and petals were found to be rich in fatty acids, including linoleic, oleic, and palmitic acid. The petals also contained the highest amount of total dietary fiber. Based on these results, the flowers of Y. elephantipes appear to be a good source of phenolic compounds. This information may be useful in identifying these types of flowers and contribute in future research related to their use in the food area

Análisis fitoquímico y actividad antidiabética, antibacteriana y antifúngica de hojas de Bursera simaruba (Burseraceae)

Background and Aims: Bursera simaruba leaves are traditionally used to treat various illnesses. Nonetheless, there are few reports on the description of the phytochemicals potentially responsible for such biological activities. Therefore, this study aimed to describe the antifungal, antibacterial, and antidiabetic potential by using in vitro experiments, and to contribute to the knowledge of the chemical composition of B. simaruba leaves. Methods: A methanolic extract (MeOH-Ex) of B. simaruba leaves was tested for antibacterial, antifungal, and antidiabetic activities, and different groups of secondary metabolites were detected by qualitative assays. Furthermore, phytochemical analysis of MeOH-Ex was carried out by ultra-high performance liquid chromatography coupled to high-resolution mass spectrometry (UHPLC-ESI+-MS-QTOF), and putative identifications were performed using public spectral databases. Key results: The MeOH-Ex of the leaves of B. simaruba qualitatively contains alkaloids, terpenes and steroids, saponins, tannins, coumarins and phenolic compounds, such as caffeic acid, chlorogenic acid, apigenin, kaempferol, phlorizin, quercitrin, quercetin-glucoside and apigenin-glycoside. In addition, burseran and yatein lignans were tentatively identified. MeOH-Ex exhibited low antifungal activity against Fusarium solani (16.3% mycelial growth inhibition) and a high antidiabetic effect by in vitro inhibition of α-amylase (87.7%) and α-glucosidase (75.9%) enzymes. Finally, chlorogenic acid standard exhibited a significant inhibition of α-amylase (49.5%) and α-glucosidase (85.1%) enzymes. Conclusions: The MeOH-Ex of B. simaruba leaves represents a source of secondary metabolites with potential antidiabetic activity. The phenolic compounds tentatively identified could play important roles in preventing disorders due to post-prandial hyperglycemia by inhibiting the enzymes α-amylase and α-glucosidase. Chlorogenic acid presence is highlighted as one of the main potential bioactive compounds in B. simaruba leaves.Antecedentes y Objetivos: Las hojas de Bursera simaruba se utilizan tradicionalmente para tratar diversas enfermedades. Sin embargo, existen pocos reportes sobre la descripción de los fitoquímicos potencialmente responsables de tales actividades biológicas. Por lo tanto, este estudio tuvo como objetivo describir el potencial antifúngico, antibacteriano y antidiabético mediante experimentos in vitro, así como contribuir al conocimiento de la composición química de las hojas de B. simaruba. Métodos: Se analizó la actividad antibacteriana, antifúngica y antidiabética de un extracto metanólico (MeOH-Ex) de hojas de B. simaruba, y se detectaron diferentes grupos de metabolitos secundarios mediante ensayos cualitativos. Además, el análisis fitoquímico de MeOH-Ex se determinó con cromatografía líquida de ultra alta resolución acoplada a espectrometría de masas de alta resolución (UHPLC-ESI+-MS-QTOF), y las identificaciones putativas se realizaron utilizando bases de datos espectrales públicas. Resultados clave: El MeOH-Ex de las hojas de B. simaruba contiene cualitativamente alcaloides, terpenos y esteroides, saponinas, taninos, cumarinas y compuestos fenólicos, tales como ácido cafeico, ácido clorogénico, apigenina, kaempferol, florizina, quercitrina, quercetina-glucósido y apigenina-glucósido. Además, se identificaron tentativamente los lignanos burseran y yatein. El MeOH-Ex exhibió una baja actividad antifúngica contra Fusarium solani (16.3% de inhibición del crecimiento micelial) y un alto efecto antidiabético por inhibición in vitro de las enzimas α-amilasa (87.7%) y α-glucosidasa (75.9%). Finalmente, el estándar de ácido clorogénico mostró una inhibición significativa de las enzimas α-amilasa (49.5%) y α-glucosidasa (85.1%). Conclusiones: El MeOH-Ex de las hojas de B. simaruba representa una fuente de metabolitos secundarios con potencial actividad antidiabética. Los compuestos fenólicos tentativamente identificados podrían desempeñar un papel importante en la prevención de trastornos por hiperglucemia posprandial al inhibir las enzimas α-amilasa y α-glucosidasa. Destaca la presencia de ácido clorogénico como uno de los principales compuestos bioactivos potenciales en las hojas de B. simaruba

Unravelling Chemical Composition of Agave Spines: News from Agave fourcroydes Lem.

Spines are key plant modifications developed to deal against herbivores; however, its physical structure and chemical composition have been little explored in plant species. Here, we took advantage of high-throughput chromatography to characterize chemical composition of Agave fourcroydes Lem. spines, a species traditionally used for fiber extraction. Analyses of structural carbohydrate showed that spines have lower cellulose content than leaf fibers (52 and 72%, respectively) but contain more than 2-fold the hemicellulose and 1.5-fold pectin. Xylose and galacturonic acid were enriched in spines compared to fibers. The total lignin content in spines was 1.5-fold higher than those found in fibers, with elevated levels of syringyl (S) and guaiacyl (G) subunits but similar S/G ratios within tissues. Metabolomic profiling based on accurate mass spectrometry revealed the presence of phenolic compounds including quercetin, kaempferol, (+)-catechin, and (-)-epicatechin in A. fourcroydes spines, which were also detected in situ in spines tissues and could be implicated in the color of these plants' structures. Abundance of (+)-catechins could also explain proanthocyanidins found in spines. Agave spines may become a plant model to obtain more insights about cellulose and lignin interactions and condensed tannin deposition, which is valuable knowledge for the bioenergy industry and development of naturally dyed fibers, respectively

Integrated Analysis of the Transcriptome and Metabolome of Cecropia obtusifolia: A Plant with High Chlorogenic Acid Content Traditionally Used to Treat Diabetes Mellitus

This investigation cultured Cecropia obtusifolia cells in suspension to evaluate the effect of nitrate deficiency on the growth and production of chlorogenic acid (CGA), a secondary metabolite with hypoglycemic and hypolipidemic activity that acts directly on type 2 diabetes mellitus. Using cell cultures in suspension, a kinetics time course was established with six time points and four total nitrate concentrations. The metabolites of interest were quantified by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), and the metabolome was analyzed using directed and nondirected approaches. Finally, using RNA-seq methodology, the first transcript collection for C. obtusifolia was generated. HPLC analysis detected CGA at all sampling points, while metabolomic analysis confirmed the identity of CGA and of precursors involved in its biosynthesis. Transcriptome analysis identified differentially expressed genes and enzymes involved in the biosynthetic pathway of CGA. C. obtusifolia probably expresses a key enzyme with bifunctional activity, the hydroxycinnamoyl-CoA quinate hydroxycinnamoyl transferase and hydroxycinnamoyl-CoA shikimate/quinate hydroxycinnamoyl transferase (HQT/HCT), which recognizes shikimic acid or quinic acid as a substrate and incorporates either into one of the two routes responsible for CGA biosynthesis

Comprehensive profiling and identification of bioactive components from methanolic leaves extract of Juniperus deppeana and its in vitro antidiabetic activity

Juniperus plant species are rich sources of bioactive secondary metabolites and are traditionally used for the treatment of several illnesses, including those related to hyperglycemia and diabetes. The major bioactive compounds identified in certain species of this genus are terpenes and phenolics. Juniperus deppeana Steud. is mainly used as a wood resource and its chemical composition has been partially established. Our goal was to perform a comprehensive profiling of a methanolic extract of leaves of J. deppeana and determine its potential as a source of α-amylase and α-glucosidase inhibitors. Terpene and phenolic compounds were putatively identified based on their accurate mass spectrometric data. Regarding terpenes, we found mainly diterpenes, specifically dehydroabietic acid-like, hinokiol-like, agathic acid-like, and dihydroxyabietatrienoic acid-like compounds. Isopimaric acid was also identified and its identity was confirmed by coelution with an authentic standard via comparing retention time, mass spectrum, and collisional cross section values. For phenolic compounds, we identified mainly compounds with a chemical structure similar to the biflavonoids amentoflavone and bilobetin. Besides, the methanolic extract of J. deppeana leaves show inhibition of α-amylase (IC50 = 85.11 ± 11.91 μg mL−1) and α-glucosidase (IC50 = 32.50 ± 3.40 μg mL−1) enzymes, demonstrating a potential alternative for the search of antidiabetic natural products.The accepted manuscript in pdf format is listed with the files at the bottom of this page. The presentation of the authors' names and (or) special characters in the title of the manuscript may differ slightly between what is listed on this page and what is listed in the pdf file of the accepted manuscript; that in the pdf file of the accepted manuscript is what was submitted by the author

Actividad antibacteriana y perfil fenólico del extracto metanólico de las partes aéreas de Hyptis suaveolens (Lamiaceae)

Background and Aims: Hyptis suaveolens is a well-known plant in Latin America for its medicinal properties. Despite its diverse uses in traditional medicine, there are few reports concerning its chemical composition. In addition, the antimicrobial activity against human-pathogen bacteria is known, but there are few reports about its activity on phytopathogenic bacteria, specifically for those affecting important crops. In this context, the main aims of this work were to determinate the antibacterial activity of H. suaveolens leaves on phytopathogenic bacteria, and their phenolic profile, in order to contribute to the knowledge of the phytochemical composition and bioactivity of H. suaveolens for phytosanitary applications.Methods: The plant material was collected, and the aerial parts were dried, milled, and extracted with methanol. The crude extract was tested against two phytopathogenic bacterial strains (Chryseobacterium sp. and Pseudomonas sp.). Finally, phenolic compounds were identified and quantified using ultra-high performance liquid chromatography coupled with mass spectrometry. Key results: The crude extract of H. suaveolens exhibited a moderate antibacterial activity against Chryseobacterium sp., and 14 phenolic compounds were identified and quantified, highlighting rosmarinic acid, which showed the highest concentration followed by quercetin-3-glucoside and rutin. Six phenolic compounds were identified and quantified for the first time in H. suaveolens.Conclusions: In this work, the antibacterial activity of H. suaveolens leaves was demonstrated and it may correlate with the identification and quantification of 14 phenolic compounds, particularly with the presence of rosmarinic acid.Antecedentes y Objetivos: Hyptis suaveolens es una planta bien conocida en América Latina por sus propiedades medicinales. A pesar de sus diversos usos en la medicina tradicional, hay pocos reportes de su composición química. Además, se conoce su actividad contra bacterias que afectan al ser humano, pero existen pocos reportes acerca de su actividad sobre bacterias fitopatógenas, específicamente sobre aquellas que afectan cultivos. En este contexto los principales objetivos de este trabajo fueron determinar la actividad antibacteriana de hojas de H. suaveolens en bacterias fitopatógenas y su perfil fenólico, con el fin de contribuir al conocimiento de la composición fitoquímica y bioactividad de H. suaveolens para aplicaciones fitosanitarias.Métodos: El material vegetal fue colectado y las partes aéreas se secaron, molieron y extrajeron con metanol. El extracto crudo fue probado contra dos cepas bacterianas fitopatógenas (Chryseobacterium sp. y Pseudomonas sp.). Finalmente, se identificaron y cuantificaron compuestos fenólicos utilizando cromatografía de líquidos de ultra alta resolución acoplada a espectrometría de masas. Resultados clave: El extracto crudo de H. suaveolens mostró una actividad antibacteriana moderada en contra de Chryseobacterium sp., y se identificaron y cuantificaron 14 compuestos fenólicos, destacando al ácido rosmarínico, el cual mostró ser el más abundante, seguido de quercetina-3-glucósido y rutina. Seis compuestos fenólicos fueron identificados y cuantificados por primera vez en H. suaveolens.Conclusiones: En este estudio se demostró la actividad antibacteriana de las hojas de H. suaveolens y su correlación con la identificación y cuantificación de 14 compuestos fenólicos, particularmente con la presencia del ácido rosmarínico

Phenolic profile and antioxidant activity from wild and in vitro cultivated Rhynchostele rossii (Orchidaceae)

Background and Aims: Rhynchostele rossii is an orchid native to Mexico known as gallinitas (little chickens) that is threatened due to overexploitation for ornamental purposes, as a consequence of which it is necessary to realize efforts for its conservation. To date there are no reports of phytochemical studies of this orchid, although it is well known that species of the Orchidaceae family are a good source of bioactive and nutraceutical compounds (e. g. vanillin). Therefore, the main objective of this research was to establish a R. rossii in vitro germination protocol for propagation and determination of phenolic compounds that contribute to its phytochemical knowledge.Methods: A specimen of a wild plant and some seedlings obtained by in vitro culture were dried, milled and their components extracted with MeOH; anti-free radical activity (DPPH), total phenols and flavonoids were determined by spectrophotometric methods, and individual phenolic compounds were identified and quantified by liquid chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry (LC-MS).Key results: The root of the wild plant showed the highest content of total phenols and flavonoids with 121.60 mg GAE g-1 and 108.73 mg CE g-1, respectively, and the best anti-free radical activity with an IC50 53.63 μg ml-1. Extracts from seedlings obtained by in vitro culture also produced phenolic compounds, showing a total phenolic and flavonoid content of 37.35 mg GAE g-1 and 0.16 mg CE g-1, respectively. One coumarin (scopoletin) , three cinnamic acids (4-coumaric acid, ferulic acid and trans-cinnamic acid), three benzoic acids (vanillic acid, vanillin and 4-hydroxybenzoic acid) and three flavonoids (quercetin-3-D-galactoside, quercetin-3-glucoside and kaempferide) were identified and quantified by LC-MS.Conclusions: This study demonstrates that R. rossii is a potential source of antioxidant metabolites that can be obtained by in vitro culture, without harming the wild specimens.Antecedentes y Objetivos: Rhynchostele rossii es una orquídea nativa de México conocida como gallinitas, que está amenazada debido a su sobreexplotación con fines ornamentales, lo que hace necesario realizar esfuerzos para su conservación. A la fecha, no hay estudios fitoquímicos de esta orquídea, aunque se sabe que las especies de la familia Orchidaceae son una buena fuente de compuestos bioactivos y nutracéuticos (p. ej. vainillina). Por lo anterior, el objetivo principal de esta investigación fue establecer el protocolo de geminación in vitro de R. rossii para la propagación de la especie y la determinación de compues-tos fenólicos que contribuyan al conocimiento fitoquímico de esta planta.Métodos: Un ejemplar silvestre y algunas plántulas obtenidas por cultivo in vitro se secaron, molieron y extrajeron con MeOH; se determinó la actividad de anti-radicales libres (DPPH), fenoles y flavonoides totales por métodos espectrofotométricos y algunos fenoles se identificaron y cuantificaron por cromatogra-fía de líquidos acoplada a espectrometría de masas (LC-MS).Resultados clave: La raíz de la planta silvestre mostró el mayor contenido de fenoles y flavonoides totales con 121.60 mg GAE g-1, y 108.73 mg CE g-1, respectiva-mente, y la mejor actividad anti-radicales libres con una IC50 de 53.63 μg ml-1. Los extractos de las plántulas obtenidas in vitro también produjeron compuestos fenólicos, mostrando un contenido de fenoles y flavonoides totales de 37.35 mg GAE g-1 y 0.16 mg CE g-1, respectivamente, mientras que por LC-MS se identifi-caron y cuantificaron una cumarina (escopoletina), tres ácidos cinámicos (ácido 4-cumárico, ácido ferúlico y ácido trans-cinamico), tres ácidos benzoicos (ácido vainillico, vainillina y acido 4-hidroxibenzoico) y tres flavonoides (quercetina-3-D-galactósido, quercetina-3-glucósido y kaempferide).Conclusiones: Este estudio muestra que R. rossii es una fuente potencial de metabolitos antioxidantes que pueden obtenerse mediante cultivo in vitro, sin perjudicar a los ejemplares silvestres