The molecule is a monoterpenoid indole alkaloid with formula C21H24N2O3, isolated from Strychnos icaja and Strychnos nux-vomica. It has a role as a plant metabolite. It is a delta-lactam, a monoterpenoid indole alkaloid, an olefinic compound, an organic heterohexacyclic compound, a primary alcohol, a tertiary amino compound and a secondary alcohol.
(1R,11R,12R,13R,14E,19S,21S)-11-hydroxy-14-(2-hydroxyethylidene)-8,16-diazahexacyclo[11.5.2.11,8.02,7.016,19.012,21]henicosa-2,4,6-trien-9-one