Cannabis Terpene Chart
Terpenes are the aromatic compounds that give every cannabis strain its smell and flavor, the citrus, pine, pepper, or lavender notes you pick up before you taste anything. They are the same compounds that make lemons smell like lemons and pine trees smell like pine. Start with an aroma you already like, or tap any terpene for its full profile and a matching strain to grow.
Want the full science on how terpenes shape your grow? Read cannabis terpenes explained.
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- Myrcene
- Aroma: earthy, musky, clove. Also found in mangoes, lemongrass, hops, thyme. The most common terpene in cannabis, commonly associated with relaxing, sedating effects. Often dominant in indica-leaning varieties.
- Limonene
- Aroma: citrus, lemon, sour. Also found in citrus rinds, dill, caraway, juniper. Commonly associated with uplifting, mood-brightening effects.
- Caryophyllene
- Aroma: peppery, spicy, warm. Also found in black pepper, cloves, cinnamon, basil. The only terpene known to interact directly with the body's cannabinoid receptors. Commonly associated with calming, soothing effects.
- Pinene
- Aroma: pine, fresh, sharp. Also found in pine needles, rosemary, sage, cedar. Commonly associated with a clear, alert feeling.
- Linalool
- Aroma: floral, lavender, sweet. Also found in lavender, mint, thyme, basil. Commonly associated with calming, relaxing effects.
- Terpinolene
- Aroma: fresh, floral, citrus, pine. Also found in apples, cumin, lilac, nutmeg. Commonly associated with uplifting effects.
- Humulene
- Aroma: woody, earthy, hoppy. Also found in hops, cloves, sage, ginseng. Often appears alongside caryophyllene, commonly associated with a grounded, earthy character.
- Ocimene
- Aroma: sweet, woody, herbal. Also found in basil, parsley, mint, orchids. Commonly associated with uplifting, energizing effects.
- Terpineol
- Aroma: floral, lilac, pine. Also found in lilac, pine, eucalyptus, apple blossom. Commonly associated with relaxing, calming effects.
- Bisabolol
- Aroma: floral, chamomile, nutty. Also found in chamomile and the candeia tree. Commonly associated with soothing, gentle effects.
Frequently Asked Questions
A terpene chart is a reference guide that lists the most common terpenes found in cannabis alongside their aromas, the other plants they occur in, and the effects people commonly associate with them. It helps you connect how a strain smells to what you might expect from it.
Myrcene, limonene, and caryophyllene are three of the most common terpenes in cannabis. Myrcene is the most abundant overall and is commonly associated with relaxing effects, limonene brings citrus aromas and uplifting associations, and caryophyllene is peppery and is the only terpene known to interact directly with the body's cannabinoid receptors.
Terpenes are commonly associated with shaping the overall experience of a strain, working together with cannabinoids in what is often called the entourage effect. They are not intoxicating on their own, but many users report that the terpene profile influences how a strain feels, which is why two strains with similar THC percentages can feel different.
No. Terpenes are not intoxicating by themselves. The same terpenes found in cannabis are also present in common fruits, herbs, and spices. They are commonly associated with influencing the character of a strain rather than producing intoxication on their own.
Every strain has its own terpene profile, and it can shift based on genetics and growing conditions. Many Triangle Seeds strain pages list the dominant terpenes for that variety. If you are choosing what to grow, following the aromas you already enjoy is a reliable starting point.
