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Borneol
General Description:
Borneol is a bicyclic organic compound found in several plants. It has a characteristic minty, camphor-like scent.
Aroma Description:
Borneol has a fresh, camphoraceous aroma with hints of pine and mint.
Alternative Names:
Borneolum
Borneo camphor
Alternative Phytochemicals
Phytochemicals with alternative use cases
Camphor
Description
Camphor is a white, waxy substance with a strong, aromatic odor. It is commonly used in traditional medicine and aromatherapy.
Menthol
Description
Menthol is a naturally occurring compound found in mint plants, particularly peppermint and spearmint. It has a characteristic cooling sensation when inhaled or applied to the skin.
Eucalyptol
Description
Eucalyptol, also known as cineole, is a natural organic compound that is a colorless liquid and a cyclic ether. It is commonly found in the oils of eucalyptus trees and other medicinal plants.
Related Plants
Plants related to Borneol
Sambong
Latin Name:
Blumea balsamifera
Description of Appearance:
Sambong is a shrub that typically grows up to 1 to 3 meters in height. It has serrated leaves that are green and lance-shaped. The plant produces small white flowers in clusters at the tips of the branches.
Common Names:
Sambong
Ngai camphor
Lagundi
Ngai camphor tree
Turbinated Dipterocarp
Latin Name:
Dipterocarpus turbinatus
Description of Appearance:
Dipterocarpus turbinatus is a tall tropical tree known for its large, spreading crown and distinctive turbinated fruits. The leaves are typically glossy green and leathery.
Common Names:
Turbinated Dipterocarp
Gurjan
Camphor Laurel
Latin Name:
Cinnamomum camphora
Description of Appearance:
The Camphor Laurel tree is an evergreen tree with glossy, lance-shaped leaves that have a strong camphor scent when crushed. The tree can grow up to 30 meters tall and produces small white flowers that turn into black berries.
Common Names:
Camphor
White Camphor
Camphor Laurel
