The molecule is a member of the class of xanthones that is 9H-xanthen-9-one substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 1 and 3 and a methoxy group at position 7. It has a role as an EC 1.4.3.4 (monoamine oxidase) inhibitor and a plant metabolite. It is a member of xanthones, a polyphenol and an aromatic ether.
1,3-dihydroxy-7-methoxyxanthen-9-one