What is a Terpene?
Terpenes are natural compounds that are found in plants and insects. More than 200 terpenes have been identified in the marijuana plant.With a wide variety of therapeutic effects, terpenes can help the body destroy bacteria, detoxify, relax and more.
Myrcene
Supports sleep and reduced muscle tension, insomnia, and pain.
Smells: Clove-like with notes of citrus fruit
Tastes: Sweet citrus
Found in: Balsamic, Fruit, Geraniums, Herbs
Limonene
Helps with depression, anxiety, reflux, and defense against free radicals.
Smells: Citrus lemon and orange
Tastes: Lemon and mint
Found in: Orange, juniper, peppermint
Linalool
Eases anxiety and inflammation. Supports motor control and pain management.
Smells: Floral with a hint of spice
Tastes: Coriander, Floral, Lavender, Lemon, Rose
Found in: Lavender,Mint, Cinnamon, Citrus Fruit
b-Caryophyllene
Helps defend against free radicals, insomnia, nerve pain and inflammation.
Smells: Wood, cinnamon and cloves
Tastes: Hops and spices
Found in: Basil, all-spice, fig, black pepper
Humulene
Suppresses appetite, aids with inflammation and pain.
Smells: Spicy and earthy
Tastes: Hops, pepper and spices
Found in: Coriander, basil, clove
a-Pinene
Eases asthma, supports memory and destroys bacteria.
Smells: Pine forest and Rosemary
Tastes: Rosemary, cedarwood, pine
Found in: Conifer trees, parsley, orange peels
Eucalyptol
Helps relieve inflammation and pain. Detoxifies and helps relieve inflammation and pain.
Smells: Eucalyptus and mint
Tastes: Spicy and cooling, like camphor
Found in: Bay leaves, eucalyptus, tea tree
Terpineol
Aids in reduction of morphine dependency and inflammation.
Smells: Floral and lilac
Tastes: Sweet lime and slightly floral
Found in: Lime blossoms, pine trees, lilacs
Geraniol
Helps to relieve spasms, get rid of bacteria and fight free radicals.
Smells: Rose and citronella
Tastes: Passionfruit, lemon peel, peach
Found in: Geranium, lemon