2-feniletanol en las hojas de Bursera velutina Bullock (Burseraceae)

[摘要] The volatile composition of the leaves ofBursera velutinaBullock (Burseraceae) was determined by a gas chromatograph-mass spectrometer (GC–MS). The major component found was 2-phenylethanol (29.5%). This is the first report of 2-phenylethanol in the leaves of a species of the genusBursera . In addition,B .velutinaalso produces monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, diterpenes and alkanes, making it a species with one of the most complex chemical compositions in the genus. This diverse and unique blend of compounds may play an important role in plant defense against its herbivores.

[学科分类] 植物学

[关键词] Burseraceae;Bursera velutina;2-feniletanol;México;terpenos