Get to know the Terps in your Bud.
Terpenes are organic hydrocarbons that occur naturally in the essential oils of plants. They are a combination of carbon & hydrogen, giving marijuana its unique properties that create your favorite strains.
With a wide variety of aromas, tastes, & textures, Terpenes are integral to how we experience cannabis.
From anti-inflammatory to sedative properties, we have only begun to scratch the surface of the potential medicinal benefits these aroma compounds can unlock.
CARYOPHYLLENE
Pepper, Wood, Spice. This terpene profile contains anti-inflammatory, anti-septic, & anti-convulsant properties. It is analgesic, meaning it relieves pain, protects digestive tract cell lining, & used as treatment for epileptic seizures.
FEEL STATE: RELIEF
MYRCENE
Earthy, Cloves, Herbal. This terpene profile contains anti-psychotic, anti-spasmodic, & hypnotic properties. It’s a mood stabilizer, & sedative. Meaning it’s good for sleep, used to manage psychosis, & schizophrenia.
FEEL STATE: CALM
LIMONENE
Citrus, Lemon, Orange. This terpene profile contains anti-fungal, anti-microbial, & gastro-protective properties. By stimulating the immune system & antibacterial activity, it prevents nausea & has potential benefits for colon cancer. The antispasmodic, anxiolytic properties suppress muscle spasms, & reduces anxiety.
FEEL STATE: RELAX
A-PINENE
Pine, Wood, Cool. This terpene profile contains anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, & gastro-protective properties. It’s also a bronchodilator, energy booster, & aids with memory. Meaning it makes breathing easier, promotes gut health, & can help prevent degenerative brain diseases like Alzheimer’s.
FEEL STATE: SOOTH
LINALOOL
Floral, Sweet, Citrus. This terpene profile contains anti-neoplastic, anxiolytic, & anticonvulsant properties. Meaning it’s good for all cancer patients doing treatment, it reduces anxiety, head aches, stress, & emotional fatigue.