Tropane is a bicyclic organic compound with a chemical formula of C₇H₁₃N. It consists of a seven-membered ring containing one nitrogen atom, making it a type of alkaloid. Tropane is found in various plants, particularly in the Solanaceae family, which includes species like belladonna and henbane. This compound serves as a precursor for several important alkaloids, such as atropine and scopolamine, which have medicinal uses. Tropane derivatives are often utilized in pharmaceuticals for their effects on the nervous system, including muscle relaxation and motion sickness treatment.