Total Synthesis of the Caged Diterpenoid Atropurpuran

Abstract In this account, we wish to share some stories behind our 13-step synthesis of the caged complex diterpenoid atropurpuran. Although our approach might appear to have proceeded smoothly, the unraveling of the core-construction puzzle and late-stage decorations was full of drama. 1 Introduction 2 Total Synthesis of Atropurpuran 3 Conclusion