Lavandulol Explained

Lavandulol is a monoterpene alcohol found in a variety of essential oils such as lavender oil.[1] The term refers to either of two enantiomers. The (R)-enantiomer is natural and has an aroma described as "weak floral, herbal odor with slightly lemon-like, fresh citrus fruity nuance"; the (S)-enantiomer has only a weak odor.

Lavandulol and its esters are used in the perfume industry and have been identified as insect pheromones.[2] [3] [4]

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Notes and References

  1. Web site: Lavandulol . Merriam-Webster.
  2. 11504023. 2001. Innocenzi. PJ. Hall. DR. Cross. JV. Components of male aggregation pheromone of strawberry blossom weevil, Anthonomus rubi herbst. (Coleoptera:Curculionidae). 27. 6. 1203–18. Journal of Chemical Ecology. 10.1023/A:1010320130073. 40743068.
  3. Web site: Semiochemical - lavandulol. pherobase.com. 14 January 2014.
  4. 10.1111/j.1439-0418.2008.01277.x. Attraction of Planococcus ficus males to racemic and chiral pheromone baits: Flight activity and bait longevity. 2008. Zada. A.. Dunkelblum. E.. Assael. F.. Franco. J. C.. Silva. E. B. da. Protasov. A.. Mendel. Z.. Journal of Applied Entomology. 132. 6. 480. 10400.5/5591. 1141741. free.

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