The molecule is a member of the class of chalcones that is trans-chalcone substituted by a hydroxy group at position 4. It has a role as a plant metabolite and an antihypertensive agent. It is a member of chalcones and a member of phenols. It derives from a trans-chalcone.
(E)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1-phenylprop-2-en-1-one