Which among the following sources contains caryophyllene?

Which among the following sources contains caryophyllene?
  1. Peppermint
  2. Oil of roses
  3. Oil of ginger
  4. Oil of cloves

Solution

Caryophyllene is a natural bicyclic sesquiterpene that is a constituent of many essential oils, especially clove oil, the oil from the stems and flowers of Syzygium aromaticum (cloves), the essential oil of Cannabis sativa, rosemary, and hops.

Asked in: MHT CET 2020 (15 Oct Shift 1)

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