Thujopsene
# Thujopsene

Thujopsene is a natural chemical compound, classified as a sesquiterpene, with the molecular formula $C_{15}H_{24}.$

Thujopsene is found in the essential oil of a variety of conifers, in particular Juniperus cedrus and Thujopsis dolabrata in which it comprises around 2.2% of the weight of the heartwood.

## Biosynthesis

Thujopsene is biosynthesized from farnesyl pyrophosphate (FPP):

