COMMON TERPENES IN CANNABIS
MYRCENE is the most common terpene found in cannabis . Alongside creating the dank smell associated with many indicas , myrcene also relieves pain , serves as an antiinflammatory and may fight tumors . A unique characteristic of myrcene is its ability to carry other compounds into the brain , allowing cannabinoids to quickly take effect . High concentrations of myrcene are also the culprit behind the couch lock effect , according to Steep Hill Labs , a commercial cannabis laboratory in the United States . Hence why strains with a low concentration of myrcene , like many sativas , generate an uplifting or energizing high .
LIMONENE is the second most common terpene found in cannabis and is responsible for providing the citrus smell found in many strains . Several studies have found limonene is an effective treatment for stress , depression , and anxiety . It is also known for its antibacterial properties and as an aid in the digestive tract . Limonene also helps with the absorption or digestion of other terpenes .
PINENE is the most common terpene found throughout all plant species and creates a pine or turpentine aroma and flavor in cannabis . Therapeutically , pinene helps decrease resistance in the respiratory system and increases airflow to the lungs . While cannabis is often associated with short-term forgetfulness , pinene actually helps preserve memory formation . Additionally , several studies have found pinene is an effective anti-inflammatory .
BETA CARYOPHYLLENE is the lone terpene in cannabis know to interact with the body ’ s endocannabinoid system , which assists cells in the brain , organs , and tissue communicate with one another . Alongside preventing infection , beta caryophyllene is cited as an antiinflammatory and holds antibacterial and tumor-preventing properties . Also found in cinnamon , oregano , and Thai basil , beta caryophyllene gives cannabis a strong , spicy aroma .
HUMULENE , which is also found in hops , has been used for thousands of years in Chinese medicine . On its own , this terpene works to suppress appetite as well as fight bacteria and cancer cells . Combined with beta caryophyllene , humulene generates an effective treatment for inflammation . Strains with an earthy odor likely have a high concentration of humulene .
LINALOOL is another terpene used for thousands of years in medicine , mainly as a sedative . Also found in lavender and rosewood , linalool gives cannabis a floral , yet spicy aroma and flavor . It also holds anti-anxiety , antidepressant , and anti-epileptic properties .
So , when making your next strain selection , pay attention to how it smells . Your nose may help decipher which strain is right for you .
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COMMON TERPENES
IN CANNABIS
MYRCENE is the most common
terpene found in cannabis. Alongside
creating the dank smell associated
with many indicas, myrcene also
relieves pain, serves as an anti-
inflammatory and may fight tumors.
A unique characteristic of myrcene is
its ability to carry other compounds
into the brain, allowing cannabinoids
to quickly take effect. High
concentrations of myrcene are also
the culprit behind the couch lock
effect, according to Steep Hill Labs,
a commercial cannabis laboratory in
the United States. Hence why strains
with a low concentration of myrcene,
like many sativas, generate an
uplifting or energizing high.
decrease resistance in the respira-
tory system and increases airflow to
the lungs. While cannabis is often
associated with short-term forgetful-
ness, pinene actually helps preserve
memory formation. Additionally,
several studies have found pinene is
an effective anti-inflammatory.
BETA CARYOPHYLLENE is the lone
terpene in cannabis know to interact
with the body’s endocannabinoid
system, which assists cells in the
brain, organs, and tissue communicate
with one another. Alongside
preventing infection, beta
caryophyllene is cited as an anti-
inflammatory and holds antibacterial
and tumor-preventing properties.
Also found in cinnamon, oregano, and
Thai basil, beta caryophyllene gives
cannabis a strong, spicy aroma.
LIMONENE is the second most HUMULENE, which is also found in
PINENE is the most common
terpene found throughout all plant
species and creates a pine or tur-
pentine aroma and flavor in can-
nabis. Therapeutically, pinene helps LINALOOL is another terpene used for
thousands of years in medicine, mainly
as a sedative. Also found in lavender
and rosewood, linalool gives cannabis
a floral, yet spicy aroma and flavor. It
also holds anti-anxiety, antidepressant,
and anti-epileptic properties.
common terpene found in cannabis
and is responsible for providing
the citrus smell found in many
strains. Several studies have found
limonene is an effective treatment
for stress, depression, and anxiety.
It is also known for its antibacterial
properties and as an aid in the
digestive tract. Limonene also
helps with the absorption or
digestion of other terpenes.
hops, has been used for thousands
of years in Chinese medicine. On its
own, this terpene works to suppress
appetite as well as fight bacteria and
cancer cells. Combined with beta
caryophyllene, humulene generates an
effective treatment for inflammation.
Strains with an earthy odor likely have
a high concentration of humulene.
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