Terpenes are naturally occurring found in the leaves, flowers, stems, and sap of plants.
Think of terpenes as the essential oils of the plant world.
When you smell a pine tree, a lemon, or even a rose, what you're actually sensing are terpenes!
Terpenes not only give different strains their distinctive aromas, but they also play a role in how each strain affects you.
Some terpenes might make you feel more relaxed while others could make you feel more alert.
So, terpenes are a big part of what makes each strain of cannabis unique and how it interacts with your body!
The cannabis plant holds a fragrance fiesta of more than 200 terpenes. There are 8 most commonly found terpenes and a few more sub-terpenes with known smells, effects, medical use, and more!
Introducing the magical terpene wheel! Your quick and easy guide to the 8 main terpenes and how they can match your needs. Save it, share it, and let the aromas guide your experience!
It's smell and taste are considered floral with the effects of sedating & calming. It is also found in geranium, lemon, & rose oil.
Medical Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-fungal, & neuroprotectant.
It's smell and taste are considered spicy with the effects of sedating & calming. It is also found in bell peppers, cedar, & rosemary.
Medical Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, memory retention, bone repair, & brain stimulant
It's smell and taste are considered minty with the effects of stress relief & calming. It is also found in camphor, rosemary, & wood.
Medical Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, anti-anxiety, pain reliever, insecticide, & anti-insomnia
It's smell and taste are considered fruity with the effects of calming. It is also found in oranges, grapefruits, & tangerines.
Medical Benefits: Anti-inflammatory, skin repair, anti-fungal, insecticide, & anti-allergy
