Used in research for its potential anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic properties, including inhibition of certain proteins related to inflammation and immune responses. Shows activity in studies related to cancer cell inhibition, particularly in liver and breast cancer lines. Also investigated for its role in biochemical mechanisms of enzyme function and natural product synthesis pathways in plants. Serves as a natural product lead in developing new pharmaceutical agents for chronic inflammatory diseases and cancer treatments. Found in certain medicinal plants, it contributes to the plant’s biological activity and is studied for traditional medicine validation. Additionally, used as a standard reference in analyzing plant extracts for pharmacological research.