lignin

Introduction

A random polymer of coniferyl alcohol, accompanying cellulose in plant sources. It is one of the most abundant polymers in nature. Lignins are derived from lignans.

More general terms

• polysaccharide (complex carbohydrate, glycan)
• plant-specific molecule

Additional terms

• lignan; enterodiol; enterolactone

Database

• Kegg: http://www.genome.jp/dbget-bin/www_bget?