Compound Monograph
4-Terpineol
A monoterpene alcohol (terpinen-4-ol) common in essential oils such as houttuynia, with antimicrobial activity.
Classification
4-Terpineol is one of the monoterpenes, part of the terpenoids class. The largest class of plant compounds, built from five-carbon isoprene units — the essential-oil aromatics, resins, bitter principles, saponins, and plant sterols.
Where Does It Come From? (1)
4-Terpineol is one of the monoterpenes, found in Fish Mint.