Fenchol

Fenchol is an organic alcohol terpene found in some cultivars of cannabis which emits a distinct herbal, piney, camphorous aroma. Beyond cannabis, fenchol naturally occurs in plants such as basil, fennel, and aster flowers. It is also commonly utilized in the fragrance industry as an additive in perfumes. According to existing research, fenchol possesses antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties that could have therapeutic potential. One study in 2014 demonstrated fenchol’s ability to inhibit the growth of foodborne pathogenic bacteria, though its effects were inferior compared to common antibiotics like penicillin. An earlier study in 2007 showed that an essential oil containing a significant concentration of fenchol exhibited both antimicrobial and antioxidant activity effects. However, more robust research is still needed investigating fenchol in isolation to further confirm its specific pharmacological effects and safety.