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Terpenes are responsible for the aroma of different cannabis strains; they are secreted in the same glands that produce cannabinoids. Terpenes developed to repel predators and lure pollinators. There are many factors that influence a plant’s development of terpenes, including climate, weather, age and maturation, fertilizers, soil type, and the time of day. There are over 100 terpenes that have been identified to this day.
The effect profile of any given terpene may change in the presence of other compounds in a phenomenon known as the entourage effect. Upon smoking or vaping cannabis, the body takes in hundreds of botanical compounds, each one arriving with unique effects and benefits and their behavior may change in the presence of other compounds.
Found in hops, thyme, mango, and lemongrass, myrcene is the most common terpene found in commercial cannabis. Myrcene is known to have calming effects and an herbal, earthy, musky aroma. This terpene vaporizes at 332ºF (167ºC). It has therapeutic effects for insomnia, pain and inflammation, and is a natural antioxidant.
Found in fruit rinds, rosemary, juniper, and peppermint, limonene is widely available in commercial cannabis. Limonene is known to relieve anxiety and stress and promote focus and an elevated mood. Vaporizes at 348ºF (176ºC). Limonene may have a part in treating anxiety, depression, inflammation, pain, and even cancer.
Found in black pepper, cloves, and cinnamon, caryophyllene is also popular in commercial cannabis. Caryophyllene is the only terpene known to act like a cannabinoid, where it activates our endocannabinoid system to provide anti-inflammatory effects. Caryophyllene may help relieve anxiety, depression, ulcers, and pain. Vaporizes at: 266ºF (130ºC).
Found in pine needles, rosemary, basil, and dill, pinene is the most common terpene in the natural world. Pinene is known to promote alertness, memory retention, and can counteract some overwhelming THC effects. Pinene is known to provide benefits for those with asthma, pain, inflammation, ulcers, anxiety, and cancer. Vaporizes at: 311ºF (155ºC).
Found in wood and hops, humulene has an herbal earthy aroma and is known to produce anti-inflammatory effects. Vaporizes at:222ºF (106ºC).
Found in lilacs, nutmeg, tea tree, conifers, apples, and cumin, terpinolene is dominant in about 1 in 10 strains. Terpinolene is known to have uplifting effects and has antioxidant, antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-cancer properties. Vaporizes at: 366ºF (186ºC).
Found in mint, orchids, and parsley, ocimene has a sweet, earthy, citrus aroma frequently used in perfume. Ocimene is known to have antiviral, antifungal, antiseptic, decongestant, and antibacterial properties. Vaporizes at: 122ºF (50ºC).
Found in lavender and birch bark, linalool has a floral aroma frequently used in perfume. Ocimene is known to promote relaxation and calming effects, including sedation and mood enhancement. Ocimene is known to be helpful for the treatment of anxiety, depression, insomnia, pain, inflammation, and neurodegentive diseases. Vaporizes at: 388ºF (198ºC).
https://www.leafly.ca/news/cannabis-101/terpenes-the-flavors-of-cannabis-aromatherapy