Farnesene
Also known as: Alpha Farnesene, Beta Farnesene, Farnesene, alpha farnesene, beta farnesene
Sesquiterpene
C15H24
Abundance: Trace
Responsible for the familiar scent of green apple skin, farnesene offers a fruity, warm, and sweet aroma. In the natural world, it acts as an aphid alarm pheromone. In humans, it is renowned for its calming, sedative, and antispasmodic effects.
Pharmacology & Effects
- Sedative
- Antispasmodic
- Anti-inflammatory
- Antibacterial
Aroma Profile
Green Apple
Fruity
Warm Wood
Sweet
Chemistry Specs
- Molar Mass
- 204.36 g/mol
- CAS Number
- 502-61-4
Vaporization Data
Boiling Point
260 °C
500 °F