Lolitrem B and Indole Diterpene Alkaloids Produced by Endophytic Fungi of the Genus Epichloë and Their Toxic Effects in Livestock

Different group of alkaloids are produced during the symbiotic development of fungal endophytes of the genus Epichloë in grass. The structure and toxicity of the compounds vary considerably in mammalian herbivores and in crop pests. Alkaloids of the indole-diterpene group, of which lolitrem B is the...

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Main Author: Guerre Philippe
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-02-01
Series:Toxins
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6651/8/2/47