citronellic
Citronellic is a term that can refer to a few different chemical compounds, primarily related to citronellol. Most commonly, it refers to citronellal, an organic compound found in the oils of several plants, particularly citronella grass and rose bushes. Citronellal is a key component responsible for the characteristic lemony scent of these plants. It is an aldehyde and is widely used in the fragrance and flavor industries.
Another related compound is citronellic acid, also known as 3,7-dimethyl-6-octenoic acid. This carboxylic acid is derived
The term might also occasionally be used loosely to describe derivatives or related compounds of citronellol,