Terpenes
Terpenes are naturally occurring chemical compounds found in plants and are responsible for different scents, flavours and even colouring.Terpenes are naturally-occurring compounds found in the trichomes of female cannabis plants. Trichomes are sticky, translucent glands that cover the surface of buds, and in much smaller amounts, on leaves and stems. Critically, trichomes contain resin glands that produce terpenes.
Alpha-Pinene
Aroma: Forest, herbal, and wood
Vaporizes at: 155°C (311°F)
Potential effects: Alertness, memory retention, counteracts some THC effects
Also found in: Pine needles, rosemary, basil, parsley, dill
Beta-Pinene
Aroma: Forest, herbal, and wood
Vaporizes at: 155°C (311°F)
Potential effects: Alertness, memory retention, counteracts some THC effects
Also found in: Pine needles, rosemary, basil, parsley, dill
Bisabolol
Aroma: Sweet, floral aroma
Vaporizes at: 153°C (307 °F)
Potential effects: Anti-irritant, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, pain-reliever
Also found in: Chamomile
Camphene
Aroma: Forest, wood, and diesel
Vaporizes at: 159°C (318°F)
Potential effects: Alertness, elevated mood.
Also found in: Holy basil, nutmeg, and rosemary
Carene
Aroma: Sweet, earthy, woodsy
Vaporizes at: 172°C (341°F)
Potential effects: Stress relief
Also found in: Ginger, blackcurrant, orange bell pepper, tarragon
Caryophyllene
Aroma: Spice, wood, and herbal
Vaporizes at: 130°C (266°F)
Potential effects: Stress relief
Also found in: Black pepper, clove, black, caraway, cinnamon
Cedrene
Aroma: Forest, woody, and sweet
Vaporizes at: 262°C (503°F)
Potential effects: Mood enhancer
Also found in: Cedar, China-fir
Eucalyptol
Aroma: Minty, earthy, slightly spicy
Vaporizes at: 176°C (348°F)
Potential effects: Anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antioxidant, analgesic
Also found in: Eucalyptus oil, bay leaves, tea tree, mugwort
Farnesene
Aroma: Wood, herbal, and citrus
Vaporizes at: 123°C (253°F)
Potential effects: Calming, sedative, focus
Also found in: Green apples, turmeric, potatoes
Fenchol
Aroma: Earthy, piney
Vaporizes at: 201°C (393°F)
Potential effects: Invigorating, antibacterial, antimicrobial, and antioxidant
Also found in: Basil, aster flower, fennel
Germacrene
Aroma: Forest, herbal, and wood
Vaporizes at: 287°C (546°F)
Potential effects: Reduces anxiety
Also found in: Angelica root, bergamot, basil, bay leaf, caraway seed, clary sage, and chicory root.
Guaiol
Aroma: Floral, wood, and sweet
Vaporizes at: 92°C (198°F)
Potential effects: Alertness, memory retention
Also found in: Guaiacum wood and cypress pine
Humulene
Aroma: Forest, wood, and spice
Vaporizes at: 106°C (222°F)
Also found in: Hops, sage, ginseng, cloves
Limonene
Aroma: Citrus, Forest, and Diesel
Vaporizes at: 176°C (348°F)
Potential effects: Elevated mood, stress relief
Also found in: Lemon, orange, grapefruit, tangerine
Linalool
Aroma: Floral, fruity, and sweet
Vaporizes at: 198°C (388°F)
Potential effects: Mood enhancement, sedation
Also found in: Lavender, coriander, sage, grapevine
Menthol
Aroma: Herbal, sweet, and forest
Vaporizes at: 214°C (421°F)
Potential effects: Alertness, stimulant
Also found in: Corn mint, peppermint, camphor tree, and eucalyptus
Myrcene
Aroma: Sweet, herbal, diesel
Vaporizes at: 167°C (332°F)
Potential effects: Sedating, relaxing
Also found in: Mango, lemongrass, thyme, hops
Nerolidol
Aroma: Forest, citrus, and sweet
Vaporizes at: 122°C (252°F)
Potential effects: Antifungal, sedative
Also found in: Ginger, jasmine, lavender, lemongrass, tea tree
Ocimene
Aroma: Herbal, sweet, and floral
Vaporizes at: 66°C (150°F)
Also found in: Mint, parsley, pepper, basil, mangoes, orchids, and kumquats
P-Cymene
Aroma: Spice, wood, and sweet
Vaporizes at: 177°C (351°F)
Potential effects: Relaxing, calming
Also found in: Cumin, coriander, thyme, anise
Phellandrene
Aroma: Forest, herbal, and wood
Vaporizes at: 172°C (340°F)
Potential effects: Energetic, focus
Also found in: Water fennel, mint, dill, black pepper, cinnamon, parsley, pine
Selinene
Aroma: Herbal, forest, and citrus
Vaporizes at: 263°C (505°F)
Potential effects: Antifeedant
Also found in: Helichrysum, celery seeds, calamondin orange, priyangu shrub, hops, and nutgrass
Terpineol
Aroma: Wood, floral, and sweet
Vaporizes at: 219°C (426°F)
Potential effects: Sedative, relaxing, tranquilizer
Also found in: Oregano, marjoram, narcissus, freesias
Terpinolene
Aroma: Fruits, floral, sweet
Vaporizes at: 186°C (366°F)
Potential effects: Relaxing
Also found in: Nutmeg, tea tree, conifers, red apples, cumin, and lilacs
valencene
Aroma: Sweet, citrus, and diesel
Vaporizes at: 123°C (253°F)
Potential effects: Insect repellent, alertness, energy booster
Also found in: Grapefruits, nectarines, mandarins, and tangerines