Plectranthus amboinicus (Lamiaceae family) is a fleshy succulent herb with distinct oregano like flavour and odour traditionally used as folk medicine and culinary purpose. This plant is rich with terpenoids that contributes to its numerous pharmacological properties. This invention is about microbial cell factory production of linalool and nerolidol compounds using engineered cells carrying P. amboinicus linalool/nerolidol synthase. As flavour and fragrances in food, cosmetics, household items, bio-pesticides, pharmaceutical agents