Record Information
Version1.0
StatusDetected and Quantified
Creation Date2021-05-14 23:37:58 UTC
Update Date2025-10-07 16:05:09 UTC
Metabolite IDMMDBc0006409
Metabolite Identification
Common NameAlpha-Muurolene
DescriptionAlpha-Muurolene is a sesquiterpene, a class of terpenes consisting of three isoprene units and characterized by a 15-carbon skeleton. This compound has been identified as a metabolite in various biological contexts, contributing to the chemical diversity of plant secondary metabolites. In a study analyzing the essential oil composition of LSCF, alpha-muurolene was highlighted as one of the primary components alongside cis-calamenene, beta-eudesmol, and cyclododecane, indicating its potential significance in the plant's chemical profile (PMID:39101096 ). Sesquiterpenes like alpha-muurolene are known for their roles in plant defense mechanisms, attracting pollinators, and exhibiting various biological activities, including antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. The presence of alpha-muurolene in essential oils suggests its involvement in ecological interactions and potential applications in pharmacology and aromatherapy. Further research into its biosynthesis and biological functions could elucidate its roles in plant biology and its potential therapeutic benefits in human health.
Structure
Synonyms
ValueSource
(+)-a-MuuroleneGenerator
(+)-Α-muuroleneGenerator
Molecular FormulaC15H24
Average Mass204.357
Monoisotopic Mass204.187800773
IUPAC Name(1R,4aR,8aS)-4,7-dimethyl-1-(propan-2-yl)-1,2,4a,5,6,8a-hexahydronaphthalene
Traditional Name(4R,4aS,8aR)-4-isopropyl-1,6-dimethyl-3,4,4a,7,8,8a-hexahydronaphthalene
CAS Registry NumberNot Available
SMILES
[H][C@@]1(CC=C(C)[C@]2([H])CCC(C)=C[C@]12[H])C(C)C
InChI Identifier
InChI=1S/C15H24/c1-10(2)13-8-6-12(4)14-7-5-11(3)9-15(13)14/h6,9-10,13-15H,5,7-8H2,1-4H3/t13-,14+,15-/m1/s1
InChI KeyQMAYBMKBYCGXDH-QLFBSQMISA-N