Monocrotaline N-oxide is an adequate precursor for the production of the courtship pheromone hydroxydanaidal, it is a phagostimulant for larvae and it stimulates the growth and development of adult male androconial organs called coremata.Monocrotaline N-oxide fed to larvae also affects the courtship behavior of adult males.

Alisol C Monoacetate is a triterpenoid. Alisol C monoacetate(Alisol C 23-acetate) has antibacterial activity.