Pinene is known as a terpenoid which is the essential oil which gives plants a protective shield against attack from microbes and parasites and gives off a pine like aroma which is a repellent warning to insects.
Pinene has powerful anti-bacterial, antifungal and antivirus properties and can also relieve stress and fatigue when ingested and inhaled. Alpha pinene, recognised for its potential anti-inflammatory and bronchodilator properties, is believed to enhance focus, alertness, and memory. Beta pinene is associated with potential anti-anxiety and neuroprotective pinene terpene effects.
See also>> Terpenes
Natural sources of pinene in alphabetical order
- Basil
- Bay leaf
- Cannabis
- Cinnamon
- Curry leaf
- Eucalyptus
- Dill
- Grapefruit
- Hops
- Lemon
- Lime
- Nutmeg
- Orange
- Oregano
- Parsley
- Peppercorns
- Peppermint
- Pine needles
- Rosehips
- Rosemary
- Sage
- Spearmint
- Tea tree oil
- Thyme
- Yarrow
Essential oils that contain pinene in alphabetical order
- Fir Balsam (Abies balsamea)
- Labrador tea (Ledum groenlandicum)
- Myrtle (Myrtus communis)
- Niaouli (Melaleuca quinquenervia)
- Rosemary camphor (Rosmarinus officinalis)
- Rosemary cineol (Rosmarinus officinalis)
- Rosemary verbenon (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Natural disinfectant
To make a natural disinfectant spray to clean surfaces in the home add some drops of any of the above essential oils to a spray bottle of water and shake well. Alternatively add some chopped leaves of any of the above herbs to water and leave to steep overnight then strain and add to a spray bottle.
NOTE: Essential oils are toxic to dogs and cats. Avoid using on surfaces that these animals may frequent.
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