Compound Monograph
Verbenone
A bicyclic monoterpene ketone with a fresh, camphoraceous aroma, found in rosemary and verbena oils; used in aromatherapy and noted as an insect semiochemical.
Classification
Verbenone 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? (2)
Verbenone is one of the monoterpenes, found in Rosemary and Spanish sage.
Rosemary Rosmarinus officinalis Spanish sage