Abstract

The phorbol esters belong to the group of natural products based upon the hydrocarbon nucleus known as tigliane. Phorbol esters have been the focus of current synthetic endeavor since these noncarcinogenic compounds amplify the effect of certain carcinogens in animals. This review describes recent progress in the synthetic approach to tiglianes and the first total synthesis of phorbol (1).

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