Cannabis terpenes are secreted the same glands as cannabinoids such as THC and CBD, and are aromatic oils that provide all of the taste, smell, and effects of cannabis. Some terpenes might promote relaxation, while some potentially promote energy and focus.
The Most Common Cannabis Terpenes
Myrcene
Taste: earthy, woody, herbal
Aroma: cardamom, cloves, musky, earthy, herbal
Also Found In: mango, lemongrass, thyme, hops
Potential Effects: sedating, relaxing, anti-inflammatory
Strains high in Myrcene: Cthulhu, Chem Pie OG, Blueberry Spacecake, Afghani
Limonene
Taste: citrus
Aroma: citrus
Also Found In: lemon rind, orange rind, juniper
Potential Effects: elevate mood, relieve stress
Strains high in Limonene: Chem De La Chem, Brownie Scout, Banana Kush, Cinderella 99
Caryophyllene
Taste: spicy, woody, peppery
Aroma: pepper, woody, clove
Also Found In: black pepper, clove, cinnamon
Potential Effects: stress relief, anti-inflammatory, gastro-protectant
Strains high in Caryophyllene: GG#4, City Slicker, 3 Chems, Gelato #33
Terpinolene
Taste: fruity, herbal, floral
Aroma: piney, floral, herbal
Also Found In: lilac, nutmeg, cumin
Potential Effects: uplifting, anti-cancer, antibacterial
Strains high in Terpinolene: Jack Herer, Cherry Diesel, Golden Goat, Durban
Pinene
Taste: pine
Aroma: pine, rosemary
Also Found In: pine needles, rosemary, basil
Potential Effects: alertness, memory retention, bronchodilator, relaxing
Strains high in Pinene: Kunduz D, Mazar, Str8 Lemonade, Thai Sap
Humulene
Taste: herbal, woody, earthy
Aroma: hops, earthy, woody
Also Found In: hops, wood
Potential Effects: anti-inflammatory, appetite suppressant
Strains high in Humulene: Green Kush, Mandarin Cookies, Trainwreck, Layer Cake, Tropicana Cookies
Ocimene
Taste: sweet, herbal, woody
Aroma: woody, herbal
Also Found In: mint, parsley, orchids
Potential Effects: decongestant, antiviral, antibacterial
Strains high in Ocimene: Pyromancy, Green Cush, Clementine, Mimosa
Linalool
Taste: floral
Aroma: lavender
Also Found In: lavender, birch bark
Potential Effects: mood enhancement, sedative
Strains high in Linalool: Axilla, Banana Cream, Kosher Kush, Bubba Diagonal
If you are wondering which terpenes will energize you and which will calm you, this graphic I created is a great tool.
