Compound Monograph
trans-beta-Farnesene
A sesquiterpene found in many essential oils and emitted by plants as an insect-signalling compound; contributes green, woody aromatic notes.
Classification
trans-beta-Farnesene 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? (3)
trans-beta-Farnesene is one of the sesquiterpenes, found in Chaste Tree, Chinese Skullcap and German Chamomile.