Compound Monograph
Volatile oil
A collective term for the aromatic, readily evaporating essential-oil fraction of a plant — chiefly terpenes and related volatiles — that carries its scent and much of its antimicrobial, carminative, and aromatic activity.
Classification
Volatile oil is one of the other constituents. Compounds outside the major chemical classes — nucleosides, simple amines, mixed volatile oils, and as-yet uncategorised constituents.
Where Does It Come From? (6)
Volatile oil is one of the other constituents, found in Juniper, Lavender, Peppermint and 3 other sources.