4-Methoxyphenethyl alcohol is an aromatic alcohol, identified as a major component of the anise-like odor produced by Amorphophallus. It inhibits protein, RNA, and DNA synthesis, demonstrating a complete bacteriostatic concentration of 4.8 mM against Escherichia coli.
- Aromatic alcohol
- Major component of anise-like odor
- Inhibits protein, RNA, and DNA synthesis
- Bacteriostatic against Escherichia coli at 4.8 mM