Humulene

Chembox new
Name = Humulene
ImageFile = Humulene.png ImageName = Humulene
IUPACName = 2,6,6,9-tetramethyl-
1,4-8-cycloundecatriene
Section1 = Chembox Identifiers
CASNo = 6753-98-6
SMILES = CC1(C)/C=C/C/C(C)
=C/CC/C(C)=C/C1
Section2 = Chembox Properties
Formula = C₁₅H₂₄
MolarMass = 204.36 g/mol
Density = 0.886 g/cm³
MeltingPt =
BoilingPt = 106-107 °C at 5 mmHg

Humulene, or α-humulene or α-caryophyllene, is a naturally occurring monocyclic sesquiterpene. It is found in the essential oils of "Humulus lupulus" (hops) from which it derives its name, "Lindera strychnifolia" and others. It is an isomer of β-caryophyllene and the two are often found together as a mixture in nature. It is one of the chemical compounds that contribute to the taste of the spice Vietnamese coriander. It also contributes to the characteristic aroma of "Cannabis sativa", where it is present in the essential oil of the plant.

References

*"Merck Index", 12th Edition, 4789.