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Terpene Profiles
Terpenes are the aromatic compounds that give cannabis its smell, flavor, and many of its effects. They work with cannabinoids to shape your experience โ the entourage effect.
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Myrcene
Earthy ยท Musky ยท Herbal
The most abundant terpene in cannabis. Responsible for the "couch lock" sedative effect. Enhances THC absorption across the blood-brain barrier.
Effects
๐ด Sedating๐ Relaxing๐ Anti-Inflammatory๐ก๏ธ Analgesic
Also Found In
Mangoes, hops, lemongrass, thyme, bay leaves
Blue DreamOG KushGranddaddy Purple
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Limonene
Citrus ยท Lemon ยท Orange
Bright citrus terpene associated with elevated mood and stress relief. May have anti-cancer properties. High bioavailability โ absorbed quickly.
Effects
๐ Mood Elevation๐ Stress Relief๐ฆ Antibacterial๐ง Focus
Also Found In
Citrus peels, juniper, rosemary, peppermint
Super Lemon HazeWedding CakeDo-Si-Dos
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Pinene
Pine ยท Fresh ยท Sharp
The most common terpene in nature. Acts as a bronchodilator (opens airways). May counteract THC-induced short-term memory loss.
Effects
๐ง Alertness๐ซ Bronchodilator๐ Anti-Inflammatory๐งฌ Memory Aid
Also Found In
Pine needles, rosemary, basil, dill, parsley
Jack HererBlue DreamCritical Mass
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Caryophyllene
Pepper ยท Spicy ยท Woody
The only terpene that directly activates CB2 receptors โ technically makes it a cannabinoid too. Strong anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving properties.
Effects
๐ Pain Relief๐ฅ Anti-Inflammatory๐ Anti-Anxiety๐ก๏ธ Gastroprotective
Also Found In
Black pepper, cloves, cinnamon, oregano, hops
GSCGorilla GlueBubba Kush
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Linalool
Floral ยท Lavender ยท Sweet
The calming terpene. Same compound that makes lavender relaxing. Strong anxiolytic and sedative properties. Used in aromatherapy for centuries.
Effects
๐ Calming๐ด Sleep Aid๐ก๏ธ Anti-Convulsant๐ Analgesic
Also Found In
Lavender, coriander, birch bark, mint
LavenderAmnesia HazeDo-Si-Dos
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Humulene
Hoppy ยท Earthy ยท Herbal
Found in hops โ gives beer its hoppy aroma. One of the few terpenes that acts as an appetite suppressant. Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial.
Effects
๐ Appetite Suppressant๐ฅ Anti-Inflammatory๐ฆ Antibacterial
Also Found In
Hops, sage, ginseng, coriander
White WidowHeadbandGSC
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Terpinolene
Fruity ยท Floral ยท Piney
A complex, multi-layered terpene. Found in less than 10% of strains. Mildly sedating despite its uplifting aroma. Antioxidant and antibacterial.
Effects
๐ง Uplifting๐ด Mildly Sedating๐ก๏ธ Antioxidant
Also Found In
Apples, cumin, tea tree, lilac, nutmeg
Jack HererDutch TreatGhost Train Haze
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Ocimene
Sweet ยท Herbal ยท Woody
A sweet, herbal terpene found in many aromatic plants. Part of the plant's natural defense system against pests. Decongestant and antiviral properties.
Effects
๐ซ Decongestant๐ฆ Antiviral๐ฅ Anti-Inflammatory
Also Found In
Mint, parsley, basil, orchids, kumquats
ClementineGolden GoatStrawberry Cough