Caryophyllene

/ˌkær.i.oʊˈfɪl.iːn/ noun

A fragrant compound found in many plants like cloves, hops, and cannabis, known for its peppery, woody scent.

From 'caryophyll-' (relating to cloves, from Greek 'karyon' meaning nut and 'phyllon' meaning leaf) plus '-ene' (a chemical suffix for hydrocarbons).

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