Each phosphorus centre, which is pyramidal, bears three different substituents-anisyl, phenyl, and the ethylene group.
Mature melon fly males are attracted to several attractants e . g . anisyl acetone, cue-lure, raspberry ketone and zingerone.
"' Anisyl alcohol "'( "'4-methoxybenzyl alcohol "') is an organic compound with the chemical formula CH 3 OC 6 H 4 CH 2 OH . It is a colorless liquid that is used as a fragrance and flavorant.