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Carvone

Carvone

General Description: Carvone is a naturally occurring terpenoid that is commonly found in essential oils of caraway, dill, spearmint, and other aromatic plants. It has a characteristic minty aroma and taste.
Aroma Description: Carvone has a distinctive minty aroma, which can be described as cooling, fresh, and slightly sweet.
Alternative Names:

Alternative Phytochemicals

Phytochemicals with alternative use cases

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.

Limonene

Description Limonene is a natural compound commonly found in the rind of citrus fruits.

Thymol

Description Thymol is a natural monoterpene phenol compound found in plants such as thyme and oregano.

Related Plants

Plants related to Carvone

Caraway

Caraway
Latin Name: Carum carvi
Description of Appearance: Caraway is a biennial plant with finely divided feathery leaves and small white or pink flowers.
Common Names:
  • Caraway
  • Caraway Seed

Dill

Dill
Latin Name: Anethum graveolens
Description of Appearance: Dill is a feathery green herb with thin, delicate leaves that grow on long, slender stems. It produces small yellow flowers that eventually turn into seeds.
Common Names:
  • Dill
  • Dill Weed
  • Dill Seed

Mint

Mint
Latin Name: Mentha
Description of Appearance: Mint plants typically have bright green leaves that are often toothed or serrated. They have a refreshing aroma and are commonly used in culinary and medicinal applications.
Common Names:
  • Mint
  • Spearmint
  • Peppermint
  • Mentha piperita