Top 10 Terpenes Found in Cannabis Plants
Learn about the most common types of terpenes, the unique properties of each, and which legal cannabis products contain these plant compounds.
07 December 2020
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While most people associate the cannabis industry with marijuana, there's much more to the plant than meets the eye. Popular cannabinoids like CBD and THC garner a lot of the spotlight when it comes to cannabis, but terpenes are another natural component of the Cannabis sativa plant that have unique medicinal properties relevant to health.
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Cannabis terpenes are non-psychoactive compounds that are found not only in the cannabis plant's variety of strains, but in many different types of plants across nature. Below, you can learn all about terpenes, which ones are the most common, and their biological relevance for health. We'll even share some hemp-derived CBD products known to include a variety of terpenes.
</p><h2>What are terpenes?</h2><p>
<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7181184/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Over 500 plant bioactives</a> have been discovered in cannabis. Terpenes are a major part of that discovery. You may not have known it at the time, but you've almost certainly encountered terpenes at some point in your life. Terpenes are naturally occurring phytochemical compounds found within the <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7120914/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">essential oils of cannabis and other plants</a> we consume like tea, thyme, sage, rosemary, mint, citrus fruits, and even carrots, to name a few.
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Terpenes are aromatics that help to determine the smell that each plant will give off. This serves as both a defense mechanism from hungry plant-eating animals and an enticement for pollinating insects. In some cases, terpenes can even provide the plant with protection from germs caused by bacteria or fungus. In other words, terpenes are intrinsic phytochemicals that are <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4362742/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">critical for plant survival</a>.
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Because terpenes provide the fragrant scents we've come to know and love from some of our favorite plants, manufacturers have utilized these compounds as <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3165946/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">fragrance and flavor components</a> in the production of an assortment of household, beauty, food, and biotech products. For example, think of cleaning supplies and perfumes that invoke the smell of pine trees, lavender, lemon, and orange. Terpenes.
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Different terpenes also influence the plant's appearance, along with what we taste and how we feel when we consume it. Each strain of cannabis will have more than one compound present, and the combination of those varying parts makes up the <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0168945219301190?via%3Dihub#bib0140" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">plant's terpene profile</a>. To date, a whopping <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0168945219301190?via%3Dihub#bib0010" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">150 different terpenes and 100 different cannabinoids</a> have been identified in the cannabis plant. This has relevance not only for medical cannabis (marijuana), but also for another variety of Cannabis sativa: <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4740396/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">industrial hemp and its related products</a> (e.g., CBD oils).
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Learning how terpenes work makes it easier to predict the potential physiological effects of a specific cannabis strain or hemp-derived CBD product. While terpenes have been used in Eastern medicine for millennia, the West just started taking notice in the last few decades. Because of this recency, the bulk of published research on terpenes has been conducted in animal and cell models, with just a handful of human studies completed.
</p><h2>Cannabinoids vs terpenes</h2><p>
In the same way that THC and CBD share a similar chemical structure, one could say the same for certain subsets of terpenes. With over <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5599884/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">80,000 terpenes identified</a>, it's a big family. But at their most basic form, terpenes are composed of a five-carbon organic building block, an "isoprene", and depending on the terpene, there will be varying amounts of isoprene units. These isoprene blocks are absent in cannabinoids.<br/>
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Despite chemical structure differences, both cannabinoids and terpenes originate in the same resin glands, known as trichomes, of the cannabis plant. Research indicates that when working in tandem,<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6749504/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> cannabinoids and terpenes produce enhanced biological activity</a>, more than either could produce solo. This synergistic relationship is known as the "<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3165946/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">entourage effect</a>," and it is directly pertinent to cannabis products since their terpene content can influence how cannabinoids impact the body.
</p><h2>Common terpenes</h2><p>
There are thousands of terpenes found in plants across the globe, with scientists labeling <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4740396/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">more than 100 different types within cannabis</a> alone. Despite those numbers, there are a handful that are more common than others. Let's take a closer look at some of the more prevalent terpenes, what you might smell and taste with each, and their medicinal properties.
</p><h3>Limonene</h3><p>
As its name suggests, this terpene found in cannabis touts a big, bold aroma consistent with citrus fruits like lemon and orange. But it is also thought to pack a punch to our systems, in a good way. Among the most significant biological activities uncovered in animal and cell studies, limonene has a <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7409346/#B186-cancers-12-01985" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">variety of anticancer properties</a> and is being investigated in clinical trials as a possible <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25388013/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">chemopreventive agent</a> in women with breast cancer. In addition to this promising research, limonene has <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30287506/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory</a> characteristics too.
</p><h3>Myrcene</h3><p>
With a natural musk that conjures up images of earthiness, this terpene is commonly found in cannabis, lemongrass, hops, basil, and mango. Animal research on myrcene shows potential for sleep support via <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12587690/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">sedative and relaxant properties</a> demonstrated in mice. Preliminary studies also show myrcene's <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5402865/#b74-tr-33-097" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anti-inflammatory and anticancer</a> traits.
</p><h3>Pinene</h3><p>
For you forest bathing aficionados, another terpene with a name indicative of its origin, pinene is derived from pine needles (and found in cannabis) and features an earthy taste and scent. More importantly, there is research from animal and cell studies that reveals <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5402865/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pinene's anti-inflammatory, antioxidative, anticancer, and neuroprotective</a> traits. Future research in humans will be important to understand pinene's potential impact on cancer and neurodegenerative processes.
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</p><h3>Linalool</h3><p>
Found in frankincense and cannabis, linalool dates back to antiquity. This terpene is also the compound responsible for giving lavender its sweet and rich scent, but you can find linalool in other plants like coriander and tomatoes as well. Frequently used in aromatherapy settings because of its purported calming effects, one <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26831333/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">study in patients with carpal tunnel syndrome</a> demonstrated that inhaled linalool reduced blood pressure and pulse rate, while increasing antioxidant activity. Linalool also acts as a <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5402865/#b74-tr-33-097" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">potent anti-inflammatory agent</a>, capable of inhibiting production of inflammatory cytokines. Other linalool properties discussed in early research include <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0927776518305253" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anticancer, anti-hyperlipidemic, antimicrobial, analgesic, and neuroprotective</a>.
</p><h3>Beta-Caryophyllene</h3><p>
If you've ever used black pepper, you're familiar with the spicy and robust scent of beta-caryophyllene. This terpene is also found in cannabis, cloves, hops, and rosemary. This terpene has <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24930711/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anti-anxiety and antidepressant effects</a> seen in mouse studies, and its <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30281175/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">neuroprotective potential</a> is a current area of research interest. Other experimental studies reveal an array of additional pharmacological activities for beta-caryophyllene, including <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26965491/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and immunomodulatory</a>, to name a few, along with an <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31408659/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anti-arthritic effect </a>seen in rat studies.
</p><h3>Eucalyptol</h3><p>
Eucalyptus-based soaps, beauty bars, and cleaning supplies are popular in households across America, and a terpene called eucalyptol is responsible for these products' appealing minty scent. Eucalyptol is known for its<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27771935/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties</a>, which researchers believe have promising therapeutic potential. Further, experimental studies reveal its <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7409346/#B186-cancers-12-01985" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anticancer properties</a>. Eucalyptol is not only found in eucalyptus, but also cannabis, rosemary, sage, sweet basil, bay leaves, tea tree, and cardamom.
</p><h3>Bisabolol</h3><p>
Another of the most calming scents around (and one used in a variety of personal care products and teas), chamomile, features a terpene called bisabolol. Not only is this light and sweet floral aroma appealing to the senses, but this terpene also found in cannabis has a variety of potential benefits ranging from <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31408659/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anti-inflammatory properties</a> to <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7409346/#B186-cancers-12-01985" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anti-cancer effects</a>, seen in cell studies. Furthermore, bisabolol's antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and analgesic abilities were recently shown to have<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29725846/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> clinical efficacy in patients following oral surgery</a>, with a bisabolol mouthwash achieving an improvement in "oral hygiene and wound healing, as well as in the reduction of postoperative pain."
</p><h3>Ocimene</h3><p>
Cannabis strains with an abundance of ocimene are likely to be sweeter and richer than some others. It's also possible for citrusy hints and earthy undertones to come through with this terpene, which is also found in hops, kumquats, mangoes, basil, bergamot, lavender, orchids, and pepper. More studies are needed to understand ocimene's medicinal properties, but this terpene may<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24012643/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> potentially contribute to antifungal, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory activities</a>.
</p><h3>Nerolidol</h3><p>
This terpene can be found in cannabis, ginger, jasmine, lavender, tea tree, orchid, and lemongrass, and has a distinct woodsy and occasional citrus scent. Because of its<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27136520/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> antimicrobial, anti-parasitic, and antioxidant benefits</a>, researchers believe that nerolidol could be a promising candidate for use in agriculture and medicine. A <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7409346/#B186-cancers-12-01985" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">variety of anticancer effects</a> for nerolidol have also been observed at the cellular level.
</p><h3>Caryophyllene Oxide</h3><p>
This terpene is actually the oxidized form of beta-caryophyllene, so it makes sense that it would share in its strong scent. In addition to cannabis, you're likely to find caryophyllene oxide and its spicy aroma in black pepper, oregano, cloves, lemon balm, basil, and rosemary. Interesting trivia: drug-sniffing dogs are trained to detect this terpene for <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/medicine-and-dentistry/caryophyllene-oxide" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">cannabis identification purposes</a>. Experimental research shows that caryophyllene oxide has <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5083753/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">pain-relieving</a> and <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7409346/#B186-cancers-12-01985" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anticancer properties</a>.
</p><h3>Humulene</h3><p>
Though it grabs headlines for the boldness it brings to beers described as "hoppy" in flavor, you can also find humulene in cannabis, sage, and ginseng. This terpene with a woodsy or piney aroma has shown<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5083753/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> </a>to possess <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2785529/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anti-inflammatory</a> properties. Additionally, several experimental studies support its <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7409346/#B186-cancers-12-01985" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">anticancer characteristics</a>, as well as<a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30593228/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> antibacterial and antiviral activity</a>.
</p><h2>Do terpenes get you high?</h2><p>
One of the hot button issues surrounding marijuana stems from the fact that it can induce a "high," which has led some people to wonder if high concentrations of terpenes are responsible for that sensation. While there are abundant terpenes in the cannabis plant, these compounds do not get users high. The <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5741114/#ref53" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">psychotropic effects from using marijuana</a> are due to THC, a singular cannabinoid that is totally different from terpenes in structure and function. And remember that CBD products, derived from industrial hemp, are required by US law to have less than 0.3% THC (trace levels), so the "high" conversation becomes irrelevant in that context.
</p><h3>Which cannabis products contain the most terpenes?</h3><p>When it comes to marijuana, you'll find an <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5436332/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">array of terpenes within each strain</a>. However, in hemp derived CBD oils, edibles, and topicals, terpenes may not be present in every formula. It just depends. That's why we've highlighted some high quality CBD products on the market known to contain a range of cannabinoids and terpenes, so you can tap into that synergy (aka entourage effect).</p><p><em>Each product featured here has been independently selected by the writer. If you make a purchase using the links included, we may earn commission.</em></p>
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<em><strong>Josh Hall</strong> has been professional writer and storyteller for more than 15 years. His work on natural health and cannabis has appeared in Health, Shape, and Remedy Review.</em>
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$89
CBDistillery
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$35
FAB CBD
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$39
NuLeaf Naturals
<img type="lazy-image" data-runner-src="https://assets.rebelmouse.io/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiIsInR5cCI6IkpXVCJ9.eyJpbWFnZSI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXNzZXRzLnJibC5tcy8yNDY4NjIxOS9vcmlnaW4uanBnIiwiZXhwaXJlc19hdCI6MTY1NzExNTgyMX0.D6qMGYllKTsVhEkQ-L_GzpDHVu60a-tJKcio7M1Ssmc/img.jpg?width=980" id="94e4a" class="rm-shortcode" data-rm-shortcode-id="3609a52479675730893a45a82a03c71d" data-rm-shortcode-name="rebelmouse-image" alt="nuleaf naturals organic cbd oil" data-width="600" data-height="600" /><p>As an industry-leading brand, it comes as no surprise that NuLeaf Naturals sources its CBD extract from organic hemp plants grown on licensed farms in Colorado. The comany's CBD oils only contain two ingredients: USDA certified organic hemp seed oil and full spectrum hemp extract.</p><p>NuLeaf Naturals uses one proprietary CBD oil formula for all of its products, so you will get the same CBD potency in each tincture (60mg per mL), but can purchase different bottle sizes depending on how much you intend to use.</p>
$38.50
Charlotte's Web
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$60
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