Terpene Atlas · by TerpAlerts

The molecules behind the aroma

Ten commercially recognizable cannabis terpenes · their chemistry, aroma, and what the research actually shows. Every effect is labeled by evidence strength. No hype, no promised effects.

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Myrcene

Monoterpene

Earthy · Musky · Herbal · Balsamic · Clove-like · Ripe tropical fruit

Limonene

Monoterpene

Orange peel · Lemon · Lime zest · Sweet · Light turpentine

Pinene

Monoterpene

Pine needles · Fresh resin · Fresh forest · Rosemary · Turpentine

Linalool

Monoterpene alcohol

Lavender · Floral sweetness · Citrus blossom · Coriander · Soft spice

Beta-Caryophyllene

Sesquiterpene

Black pepper · Clove · Cinnamon · Dry wood · Faint citrus

Alpha-Humulene

Sesquiterpene

Hops · Dry wood · Earthy · Sage · Bitter herbs

Terpinolene

Monoterpene

Tea tree · Fresh herbs · Pine · Citrus peel · Flowers · Sweet wood

Ocimene

Monoterpene

Tropical fruit · Sweet herbs · Green leaves · Flowers · Citrus · Fresh wood

Alpha-Bisabolol

Sesquiterpene alcohol

Chamomile · Honey · Soft flowers · Apples · Wood · Mild pepper

Nerolidol

Sesquiterpene alcohol

Fresh bark · Floral wood · Jasmine · Green apple · Lemongrass

A careful note. More than 200 terpenes have been reported in cannabis, and a terpene panel cannot predict how a product will affect any individual. THC and other cannabinoids usually matter more for intoxication; dose, route, tolerance, freshness, and personal biology all count. This Atlas is educational · not medical advice. See the full site disclaimer.