Which two compounds dominate the leaf essential oil of Corymbia citriodora?
Answer
citronellal and citronellol
Citronellal and citronellol are the primary chemical constituents found in the leaf essential oil of Corymbia citriodora. These compounds are largely responsible for the well-documented insect-repellent capacity of the tree, although their high volatility means that the repellent effect can be relatively short-lived when applied in field conditions.
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