Synonym: Volemitol

Volemitol is one of a number of naturally occurring seven carbon sugars.

Volemitol is primarily found in the roots of Primula species¹ and has also been found in low amount in avocados.²

1. R. Begbie, N. K. Richtmeyer, Carbohyrdr. Res. 1966, 2, 272-278.
2. N. K. Richtmeyer, ibid. 1970, 12, 135-138.