(+)-Usnic Acid

Published date: Oct 17, 2018   Tags: Usnic acid usnea extract 7562-61-0 antibiotic

Usnic acid is uniquely found in lichens, It is a potent antibiotic effective against Gram-positive bacterias and other batcterias. It also exhibits antiviral, antiprotozoal, antimitotic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic activity. Other characteristics, like ultraviolet absorption, preserving properties, antigrowth, antiherbivore and anti-insect properties, have also been demonstrated.