The molecule is a lignan isolated from the roots and stems of Kadsura longipedunculata and has been shown to exhibit inhibitory activity against HIV-1 protease. It has a role as a metabolite and a HIV protease inhibitor. It is a cinnamate ester, an aromatic ether, a lignan and an organic heterotetracyclic compound.
[(9R,10R,11R)-3-hydroxy-4,5,19-trimethoxy-9,10-dimethyl-15,17-dioxatetracyclo[10.7.0.02,7.014,18]nonadeca-1(19),2,4,6,12,14(18)-hexaen-11-yl] (E)-3-phenylprop-2-enoate