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Thevetins are a group of poisonous cardiac glycosides. They are obtained especially from the seeds of a West Indian shrub or small tree (Cascabela thevetia syn. Thevetia nereifolia) of the dogbane family (Apocynaceae).[1] Hydrolysis products include glucose, digitalose, and a sterol.[1]

  • Thevetin A (C42H64O19)
    Thevetin A (C42H64O19)
  • Thevetin B (C42H66O18)
    Thevetin B (C42H66O18)

References

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  1. ^ a b "Thevetin". merriam-webster.com.


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