Reserpine synthesis: a protocol for the stereoselective construction of the densely functionalized ring-E

Abstract

A new approach to densely functionalized cyclohexanoid derivative 12, embodying the complete stereochemical pattern of ring-E of the complex indole alkaloid reserpine 1, from a readily available tricyclo[5.2.1.0 ^2,6]decane precursor 5 is described.

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