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Accessories The Terpenes of Cannabis
Terpenes are aromatic compounds produced by all plants — they're why lavender calms, why lemons energize, and why a walk through a pine forest clears your head. In cannabis, terpenes shape the flavor, aroma, and effects of every strain. Together with cannabinoids, they create the entourage effect — a synergy that makes the whole plant greater than the sum of its parts.
Primary Terpenes
The most abundant terpenes in cannabis — found in the majority of strains and products.
Myrcene
Relaxation & physical calm
Limonene
Mood elevation & stress relief
Caryophyllene
Anti-inflammatory (CB2 active)
Linalool
Calming & anti-anxiety
Pinene
Alertness & mental clarity
Humulene
Anti-inflammatory & grounding
Secondary Terpenes
Common in many strains, contributing complexity and nuance to flavor and effect profiles.
Terpinolene
Uplifting & creative
Ocimene
Energetic & anti-inflammatory
Bisabolol
Soothing & gentle
Geraniol
Antioxidant & neuroprotective
Camphene
Potential cardiovascular support
Tertiary Terpenes
Less common but distinctive — found in specific cultivars, contributing unique character.
Nerolidol
Relaxation & sedation
Eucalyptol
Mental clarity & respiratory support
Valencene
Uplifting & anti-inflammatory
3-Carene
Anti-inflammatory & bone support
Guaiol
Antimicrobial & anti-inflammatory
Beta-Pinene
Bronchodilator & focus
Caryophyllene Oxide
Antifungal & analgesic
Beta-Eudesmol
Deep relaxation
Terpinene
Antioxidant & antimicrobial
The Entourage Effect
Terpenes don't work in isolation. They interact with cannabinoids like THC and CBD to modulate and enhance the overall experience — a phenomenon researchers call the entourage effect. This is why two strains with similar THC levels can produce very different experiences: their terpene profiles are telling different stories.
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Browse the MenuCommon Questions
What are terpenes?
Terpenes are aromatic compounds produced by plants, including cannabis. They're responsible for the distinct smells and flavors of different strains — from citrusy and floral to earthy and piney. Beyond aroma, terpenes may influence the effects of cannabis through the entourage effect.
Do terpenes get you high?
Terpenes themselves don't produce a "high" in the way THC does. However, they can influence how cannabinoids interact with your body. For example, myrcene may help THC take effect faster, while pinene may support alertness. Beta-caryophyllene is unique in that it directly activates CB2 receptors in the endocannabinoid system.
What's the most common terpene in cannabis?
Myrcene is the most abundant terpene in modern cannabis, often making up over 20% of a strain's terpene profile. It's associated with earthy, musky aromas and relaxing effects. Limonene, caryophyllene, and pinene are also extremely common.
How do I find a strain's terpene profile?
Lab-tested cannabis products list their terpene profiles on the packaging or certificate of analysis (COA). At Yerba Buena, our product pages show terpene information when available, and our budtenders can help you find strains with the terpene profiles you're looking for.
