Porcelain fungus

In 1969, Vladimir MusUek isolated a substance from Porcelain fungus (Oudemansiella mucida), which he called mucidin. [37] In the now Czech Republic, formerly Czechoslovakia, this compound was used as the active ingredient of an antimycotic ointment (Mucidertnin ), manufactm-ed by Spofa a.s. for the treatment of skin infections. Musilek was however never able to elucidate the structm e imequivocaUy... 

In the course of their attempt to establish the identity of mucidin, Anke and Steglich isolated from the Porcelain fungus, apart from strobilurin A, also (-)-oudemansin A, which possesses hkewise potent fungicidal activity. 

Prodncts and Uses The mineral sassolite in the form of crystals, powder, or granules. A flame retardant, ingredient in glass and porcelain enameling, medical ointments, and eye washes. In coatings, for hobby work, and pharmaceuticals. A fungus preventer on citrus fruit. 

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