The molecule is a member of the class of 2-benzofurans that is 2-benzofuran-1(3H)-one substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 5 and 6, a methyl group at position 7 and a propylidene group at position 3. It has been isolated from Penicillium purpurogenum. It has a role as a metabolite and a Penicillium metabolite. It is a gamma-lactone, a member of 2-benzofurans and a member of catechols.
(3Z)-5,6-dihydroxy-7-methyl-3-propylidene-2-benzofuran-1-one