CARYOPHYLLENE (Pepper Spice Woody) is found in a variety of edible plants and herbs and smells of pepper and spice, and can also be found in black pepper, cinnamon, cloves, oregano, basil and rosemary. It has long been used in anti-inflammatory topicals and creams and is also thought to reduce anxiety, and is recommended for treating alcohol withdrawal symptoms.
GERMACRENE (Woody Spice Herbal) is a cannabis terpene with a distinct aroma often described as woody, spicy, and herbal, with subtle hints of citrus. It contributes to the complex, earthy, and slightly floral scent profiles found in certain cannabis strains.
LIMONENE (Lemon Citrus Sweet) provides a sweet lemon smell. Citrus fruits are loaded with limonene, and it's commonly extracted for use in foods, cleaning products and cosmetics. It is believed to have the potential to improve mood and relaxation, and has been known to help reduce tumor size.
MYRCENE (Musk Earthy Spice) is the most prevalent terpene in cannabis, characterized by earthy, musky, and spicy clove-like aromas. It is renowned for its sedative properties, making it ideal for relaxation and sleep (eating a mango 45 min. before smoking will increase THC effect). Beyond cannabis, myrcene is found in mangoes, hops, and lemongrass, offering anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and muscle-relaxant benefits.
SELINADIENE (Herbal Woody Spice) is a minor terpene that typically offers a bitter, herbaceous, and woody aroma, similar to yarrow or wormwood. It generally contribute to the entourage effect, potentially adding anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, or calming properties to the overall cannabis strain profile.