Compound Monograph
Para-cymene
An aromatic monoterpene and essential-oil constituent reported in muira puama.
Classification
Para-cymene 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)
Para-cymene is one of the monoterpenes, found in Muira Puama.