Used in biochemical research for its anti-inflammatory, antitumor, and cytotoxic properties. It exhibits activity against certain cancer cell lines by inhibiting growth and inducing apoptosis, making it of interest in oncology studies. Additionally, it is investigated for its antifungal effects, particularly in controlling plant-based pathogens. Due to its natural origin from plant extracts and structural complexity, it serves as a model compound in the development of new synthetic analogs for drug discovery, potentially leading to low-cost therapeutics with reduced side effects.