Compound Monograph

p-Cymen-8-ol

An oxygenated monoterpene derivative of p-cymene reported in feverfew essential oil.

Classification

p-Cymen-8-ol 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)

p-Cymen-8-ol is one of the monoterpenes, found in Feverfew.