Common Terpenes in Cannabis

Selinadiene

Found in liverwort and a variety of plants, also known as Eudesmadiene.

Taste
astringent, herbal
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

Bisabolol

Commonly found in chamomile flowers, bisabolol is tranquilizing, soothing and calming.

Taste
Sweet, floral, light
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

a-Maaliene

Woody sesquiterpene that is naturally present in herbs used in traditional Uyghur medicine. Also found in annona sylvatica plants.

Taste
woody, herbal, eucalyptus, sweet
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

Valencene

A fresh squeeze of energy and brightness, like breaking into the juiciest of oranges.

Taste
Valencia Orange
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

Terpinolene

A hate-it-or-love-it aroma that dominates strains like Dutch Treat, terpinolene supports a calm mental state with potential anticancer and antioxidant benefits.

Taste
Piney, floral, herbal and gasoline.
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

Linalool

Dominant in lavender, linalool is a stress-reducer that brings calm and many other healing effects.

Taste
Floral, sweet, rosy, woody, blueberry smell.
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

Limonene

Common in all citrus, this terpene helps boost mood (antidepressant) with potential gastrointestinal benefits.

Taste
Citrus and sour lemon.
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

Beta-Caryophyllene

Best-known as the kick behind black pepper, cloves and cinnamon, Caryophyllene is a strong anti-inflammatory agent.

Taste
Sweet, woody, spicy, clove dry scent
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

Humulene

First found in the essential oils of Humulus lupulus (hops), from which it was named.

Taste
Earthy, woody aroma
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

Myrcene

The most abundant terpene in Cannabis. Calming, therapeutic and sedative. Known for producing "couch-lock" and anti-cancer potential.

Taste
Musky and earthy.
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep

Alpha-Pinene

Delightful taste and energy, this terpene forms the biosynthetic base for CB2 ligands in the endocannabinoid system

Taste
The main terpene in pine trees.
Effects
Anti-fungal
Calming
Energy
Focus
Inflammation
Pain
Sleep