What is Nerolidol?
Nerolidol aka trans-nerolidol is a terpene found in many strong aromatic plants such as jasmine, tea tree, and lemongrass, and it can also be found in some cannabis strains. It’s known for a floral aroma with notes of citrus, apples, and rose. It is often used as a fragrance or food additive. Researchers have also found evidence that nerolidol has sedative, anti-anxiety, antimicrobial, anti-parasitic, anti-oxidant, and pain-relieving properties, and may be an insect repellent.
What is Trans-Nerolidol?
Trans-nerolidol is a secondary terpene found in many strong aromatics like jasmine, tea tree, and lemongrass. As such, it delivers a subdued and nuanced floral aroma with notes of fruity citrus, apples, and rose. This terpene is believed to produce sedating effects, and is being investigated for the following medical benefits:
- Inhibits growth of leishmaniasis
- Antiparasitic
- Antifungal
- Antimicrobial
References
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nerolidol
https://www.royalqueenseeds.com/blog-cannabis-terpenes-nerolidola-versatile-sesquiterpene-n1188
https://aac.asm.org/content/49/5/1679.long
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC201169/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17174049
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23765368
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4980937/
Author Bio:
Dr. Wright Penniman M.D. is a board certified family physician with 15 years of clinical experience and 4 years of experience as a medical director with a major health insurance company.
Article written by Dr. Wright Penniman M.D.
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