The molecule is an olefinic fatty acid that is (9E)-octadec-9-enoic acid substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 8, 11 and 12. It has been isolated from Allium fistulosum and Ophiopogon japonicus. It has a role as a plant metabolite and an antifungal agent. It is an olefinic fatty acid and a hydroxy monounsaturated fatty acid.
(E)-8,11,12-trihydroxyoctadec-9-enoic acid