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What are cannabis terpenes and why do they matter?
Terpenes are aromatic compounds that give cannabis its smell and significantly influence its effects.
What Are Terpenes?
- •Natural compounds found in all plants
- •Responsible for aroma and flavor
- •Over 200 terpenes identified in cannabis
- •Work with THC/CBD to shape your experience
Why Terpenes Matter: - Determine the TYPE of high (not just intensity) - Can be relaxing, energizing, or balanced - Provide therapeutic benefits - Help you predict how a strain will affect you
Common Cannabis Terpenes:
Myrcene (Earthy, Musky)
- •Most common terpene
- •Sedating, relaxing effects
- •Found in: indicas, mangoes, hops
- •Good for: sleep, pain, relaxation
Limonene (Citrus)
- •Uplifting, energizing
- •Mood-boosting
- •Found in: citrus fruits, sativas
- •Good for: depression, anxiety, energy
Pinene (Pine)
- •Alert, focused
- •May help memory
- •Found in: pine trees, rosemary
- •Good for: focus, creativity
Linalool (Floral, Lavender)
- •Calming, anti-anxiety
- •Sedating at higher levels
- •Found in: lavender
- •Good for: anxiety, sleep, stress
Caryophyllene (Peppery, Spicy)
- •Anti-inflammatory
- •Stress-relieving
- •Found in: black pepper, cloves
- •Good for: pain, inflammation
How to Use Terpene Knowledge: 1. Smell before you buy (use sample jars) 2. If it smells good to you, you'll likely enjoy it 3. Track what terpene profiles work for you 4. Ask budtenders about terpene content
At The Library: Many of our products list terpene profiles. Our budtenders can explain what each terpene does and recommend strains based on your desired effects!
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