The general structure of the kavalactones, without the R1-R2 -O-CH2-O- bridge and with all possible C=C double bonds shown.
Kavalactones are a class of lactone compounds found in kava roots and Alpinia zerumbet (shell ginger).[1] Some kavalactones are bioactive.[2][3]
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