α-Terpinene

Molecular formula

C₁₀ H₁₆

Molar mass

136.24 g

Physical state

liquid

Solubility

soluble in ethanol, virtually insoluble in water

Occurrence

alpha-terpinene is found in larger quantities in the oil of the tea tree as well as in the oils of oranges, bergamot, mandarin, nutmeg, oregano, cardamom, and coriander.

Medicinal properties

This terpene has anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antimicrobial, expectorant, bronchodilator, and general healing properties.