Compound Monograph

Nerolidol

A sesquiterpene alcohol and essential-oil constituent of cannabis with a floral aroma.

Classification

Nerolidol 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? (1)

Nerolidol is one of the sesquiterpenes, found in Cannabis.