Scalaradial is a terpenoid that serves as a major metabolite in sponges of the
Cacospongia genus (Pacific). It is very useful therapeutically because it serves
as a potent inhibitor of enzymes that cause inflammation, especially those in
bee venom. In nature, scalaradial is ingested by mollusks which transform it
into various metabolites that are used for defensive purposes. Research is
currently underway to determine if Cacospongia sponges can be grown and
harvested for their scalaradial.
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