Compound Monograph

Terbangelene

A sesquiterpene hydrocarbon reported in angelica, contributing to its essential oil terpenoid profile.

Classification

Terbangelene 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)

Terbangelene is one of the sesquiterpenes, found in Angelica.