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The Complete Terpene Chart: Every Cannabis Terpene Explained

Everything you need to know about cannabis terpenes — from the science of how they work to detailed profiles with aromas, effects, and vaping temperatures.

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If you've ever wondered why one cannabis strain smells like fresh pine forest while another hits you with a wave of tropical citrus, the answer lies in terpenes — the aromatic compounds that give cannabis (and thousands of other plants) their distinctive scents and flavors.

Terpene Chart — editorial scene
Terpene Chart — editorial scene

But terpenes do far more than just smell good. A growing body of new research into cannabis biosynthesis suggests they play a significant role in shaping the overall cannabis experience through what scientists call the entourage effect. In this comprehensive guide, we break down everything you need to know.

What Are Terpenes?

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Frequently Asked Questions

A terpene chart is a visual reference that lists cannabis terpenes alongside their aromas, effects, and potential benefits. You read it by finding a terpene, then checking its flavor profile and associated effects to understand how it may influence your experience. Start with our overview of how terpenes work in cannabis or our German guide on was sind Terpene.
The most common cannabis terpenes are myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, and humulene. Myrcene is the most abundant, found in nearly every cannabis strain, and is known for its earthy, musky aroma.
Terpenes alone do not produce a high. However, they can influence the cannabis experience through the entourage effect, where terpenes and cannabinoids work together to modulate effects like relaxation, focus, or euphoria. Learn more about how terpenes affect the high.
The entourage effect is the theory that cannabis compounds — including terpenes, cannabinoids, and flavonoids — work synergistically to produce effects greater than any single compound alone. Research suggests terpenes play a key role in this interaction. Read more about how different cannabis consumption methods affect the entourage effect.
Yes, terpenes are found throughout nature. Limonene is abundant in citrus fruits, pinene in pine trees, and linalool in lavender. Cannabis simply produces a uniquely diverse combination of these aromatic compounds. Explore lesser-known examples like ocimene, found in basil and orchids.

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