Metabolism of Monoterpenes in Mint (Mentha) Species

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Abstract
Commercial mint (Mentha) species produce either C3-oxygenated or C6-oxygenated p-menthane monoterpene as the major essential oil components. The biosynthetic origin of both of these monoterpene families from the common precursor (-)-limonene is described. The metabolic turnover of monoterpenes occurs during late stages of plant development, and the pathway for the transport and catabolism of (-)-menthone in peppermint is reviewed as a model for this general process. The developmental regulation of monoterpene metabolism is briefly outlined.

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