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Pulegone

Pulegone

General Description: Pulegone is a naturally occurring organic compound classified as a monoterpene. It is commonly found in mint plants and has a strong minty aroma.
Aroma Description: Pulegone has a characteristic minty aroma, often described as cooling and refreshing.
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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.

Carvone

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.

Related Plants

Plants related to Pulegone

Pennyroyal

Pennyroyal
Latin Name: Mentha pulegium
Description of Appearance: Pennyroyal is a creeping perennial herb with small, oval-shaped leaves and small purple flowers. It has a strong minty aroma.
Common Names:
  • Pennyroyal
  • European Pennyroyal
  • Pudding grass

Field Mint

Field Mint
Latin Name: Mentha arvensis
Description of Appearance: Mentha arvensis is a perennial plant with fragrant leaves that are lance-shaped and serrated along the edges. It produces small white or lilac flowers in dense clusters.
Common Names:
  • Field Mint
  • Corn Mint
  • Wild Mint

American Pennyroyal

American Pennyroyal
Latin Name: Hedeoma pulegioides
Description of Appearance: Hedeoma pulegioides is a low-growing perennial herb with small, fragrant leaves and purple flowers. It belongs to the mint family.
Common Names:
  • American Pennyroyal
  • American false pennyroyal
  • Dittany
  • Mock Pennyroyal