Compound Monograph
Kaurene
A diterpene hydrocarbon (ent-kaurene) found in stevia, a biosynthetic precursor to steviol glycosides.
Classification
Kaurene is one of the diterpenes, 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)
Kaurene is one of the diterpenes, found in Stevia.