The molecule is a hydroxyisoflavanone that is 2,3-dihydro-2'H,4H-3,8'-bichromen-4-one substituted by hydroxy groups at positions 5' and 7 and geminal methyl groups at position 2'. Isolated from the roots of Erythrina lysistemon, it exhibits anti-HIV activity. It has a role as a metabolite and an anti-HIV agent. It is a polyphenol and a hydroxyisoflavanone.
7-hydroxy-3-(5-hydroxy-2,2-dimethylchromen-8-yl)-2,3-dihydrochromen-4-one