Compound Monograph

Umbellulone

Umbellulone is a bicyclic monoterpene ketone occurring as an essential-oil constituent reported in feverfew.

Classification

Umbellulone 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)

Umbellulone is one of the monoterpenes, found in Feverfew. It is flagged as moderately toxic.