Cis-Citral – Terpene Profile
Citral has a strong citrus scent. Neral’s lemon odor is less intense, but sweeter. this small molecule is therefore an relaxing aroma used in perfumery for its citrus effect. Citral is also used as a flavor and for fortifying lemon oil. It also has strong anti-microbial qualities, and pheromonal effects in insects
Medicinal qualities:
In vitro
Anti-tumor
Formulation, Characterization, and Antitumor Properties of Trans- and Cis-Citral in the 4T1 Breast Cancer Xenograft Mouse Model.
Zeng S, Kapur A, Patankar MS, Xiong MP.(2015)