| Bioactivity | Ascr#18, an ascaroside, is a hormone of nematodes. Ascr#18 is expressed during nematode development. Ascr#18 increases resistance in Arabidopsis, tomato, potato and barley to viral, bacterial, oomycete, fungal and nematode infections[1]. |
| Invitro | Ascr#18 (0.1-10 μM; pretreated 24 h) enhances pathogen resistance and activates defense responses in Arabidopsis[1]. |
| Name | Ascr#18 |
| CAS | 1355681-10-5 |
| Formula | C17H32O6 |
| Molar Mass | 332.43 |
| Transport | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
| Storage | 4°C, sealed storage, away from moisture and light *In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture and light) |