Compound Monograph
Valencene
Valencene is a sesquiterpene hydrocarbon contributing aroma to citrus and reported in cannabis.
Classification
Valencene 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)
Valencene is one of the sesquiterpenes, found in Cannabis.