CHEBI:10357 - (−)-β-caryophyllene

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ChEBI Name (−)-β-caryophyllene
ChEBI ID CHEBI:10357
ChEBI ASCII Name (-)-beta-caryophyllene
Definition A β-caryophyllene in which the stereocentre adjacent to the exocyclic double bond has S configuration while the remaining stereocentre has R configuration. It is the most commonly occurring form of β-caryophyllene, occurring in many essential oils, particularly oil of cloves.
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Biological Role(s): insect attractant
A chemical that attracts insects.
metabolite
Any intermediate or product resulting from metabolism. The term 'metabolite' subsumes the classes commonly known as primary and secondary metabolites.
Application(s): non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug
An anti-inflammatory drug that is not a steroid. In addition to anti-inflammatory actions, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs have analgesic, antipyretic, and platelet-inhibitory actions. They act by blocking the synthesis of prostaglandins by inhibiting cyclooxygenase, which converts arachidonic acid to cyclic endoperoxides, precursors of prostaglandins.
fragrance
A substance, extract, or preparation for diffusing or imparting an agreeable or attractive smell.
Related Structures
(−)-β-caryophyllene is a Enantiomer of
(+)-beta-caryophyllene
Mass : 204.35110
Formula : C15H24
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