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What Are Terpenes?

Key Facts:

  • Terpenes are fragrant oils that give fruits, vegetables, flowers, and herbs their distinct taste and smell.
  • Cannabis has many terpenes specific to the plant. There are over 100 terpenes unique to the cannabis plant. These chemical compounds give cannabis its scent. For example, myrcene is solely found in the cannabis plant and is responsible for the prevailing smell of all weed varieties.
  • Terpenes, like cannabinoids, are concentrated in the flowers of the female cannabis plant.

Generally, Cannabis is identified to have a musky aroma, but some strains can be described as being floral, earthy, spicy, etc. This difference is attributed to the terpenes present in each type of cannabis plant.

If you find this interesting and want to learn more, please consult with our highly-knowledgeable retail staff.

Why Are Terps Important?

Terpenes give the cannabis plant its aroma. Having the terpene profile of a product is important in choosing a scent and flavor profile that one may prefer.

In addition, the terpene profile can be an important consideration because some terpenes are effective for pain and others for inflammation. 

For example, linalool is a good remedy for reducing symptoms of arthritis. 

They can also work more effectively in tandem with cannabinoids like THC and CBD for our holistic wellbeing, in a phenomenon known as the “Entourage Effect.”