The main biologically active component in Epilobium taxa is Oenothein B (a dimeric macrocyclic ellagitannin) which is present in high concentrations in Epilobiumspecies. Earlier studies on Oenothein B has been revealed significant antioxidant, antitumor, antibacterial, and antiviral activities. 3
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