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Terpene Explorer

Discover how terpenes shape aroma, flavor, and effect. Each terpene profile links to the strains where it dominates.

Myrcene

The most abundant terpene in cannabis. Associated with the couch-lock effect in indica-dominant strains.

earthymuskyherbalclove
relaxingsedatinganti inflammatory
579 strainsTop: Cake Baby

Also in: mangoes, hops, lemongrass

Limonene

Citrus-forward terpene linked to elevated mood and stress relief. Common in sativa-leaning strains.

citruslemonorange
upliftingstress reliefmood elevation
487 strainsTop: Dirty Taxi

Also in: citrus rinds, juniper, rosemary

Caryophyllene

The only terpene known to bind to CB2 receptors. Delivers spicy, peppery notes and targeted relief.

pepperyspicywoody
anti inflammatorypain reliefanti anxiety
500 strainsTop: Gorilla Pie

Also in: black pepper, cloves, cinnamon

Linalool

Floral terpene with powerful calming properties. The same compound that makes lavender soothing.

florallavendersweet
calminganti anxietysedating
101 strainsTop: Lavender

Also in: lavender, birch bark, coriander

Pinene

Sharp pine aroma associated with alertness and mental clarity. May counteract some THC-induced memory impairment.

pinefreshearthy
alertnessfocusanti inflammatorybronchodilator
92 strainsTop: Romulan Kush

Also in: pine needles, rosemary, basil

Humulene

Earthy, hoppy terpene. Unlike most cannabis associations, humulene may suppress appetite rather than stimulate it.

hoppyearthywoody
appetite suppressantanti inflammatoryantibacterial
42 strains

Also in: hops, sage, ginseng

Terpinolene

Complex multi-note terpene found in many sativa strains. Herbal, floral, and slightly citrusy.

floralherbalpineycitrus
upliftingcreativemildly sedating
157 strainsTop: Diesel Train

Also in: nutmeg, tea tree, apples

Ocimene

Sweet, herbaceous terpene often found in energizing sativa cultivars.

sweetherbalwoody
upliftingantiviralantifungaldecongestant
39 strainsTop: Apres

Also in: mint, parsley, orchids

Bisabolol

Gentle floral terpene with soothing properties. Common in skincare for its anti-irritation effects.

floralsweetnutty
calminganti irritationanti inflammatory
3 strains

Also in: chamomile, candeia tree