Compound Monograph
alpha-Farnesene
An acyclic sesquiterpene hydrocarbon responsible for part of the green, woody-floral aroma of many plants and the natural coating on apple skins; it functions chiefly as a scent and signalling compound.
Classification
alpha-Farnesene is one of the sesquiterpenes, 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? (3)
alpha-Farnesene is one of the sesquiterpenes, found in Apple, German Chamomile and Ylang ylang.