The terpene reference guide
Twelve terpenes.
Everything you need
to shop with precision.
Each profile includes aroma, effects, natural sources, which terpenes it pairs with, and what that pairing produces. This is the reference you bring to the dispensary.
Myrcene
"The Grounder"
Earthy · Musky · Clove · Herbal
Also found in: Mangoes, Lemongrass, Hops, Thyme
Pairs with Pinene → Relaxation without fog · Pairs with Caryophyllene → Full-body relief · High Myrcene may increase THC absorption
Limonene
"The Brightener"
Citrus · Lemon · Orange · Bright
Also found in: Citrus peels, Juniper, Peppermint, Rosemary
Pairs with Linalool → Calm optimism · Pairs with Pinene → Clear focus · Best daytime mood-lift terpene
Linalool
"The Softener"
Lavender · Floral · Sweet · Herbal
Also found in: Lavender, Coriander, Birch, Rosewood
Pairs with Limonene → Anxious energy dissolved · Pairs with Nerolidol → Deep sleep protocol
Caryophyllene
"The Bodyguard"
Peppery · Spicy · Woody · Clove
Also found in: Black pepper, Cloves, Basil, Oregano
The only terpene known to bind CB2 directly · Pairs with Myrcene for body relief
Pinene
"The Clarifier"
Pine · Rosemary · Fresh Forest
Also found in: Pine needles, Rosemary, Dill, Basil
Pairs with Myrcene → Clear body relaxation · Pairs with Limonene → Peak mental clarity
Terpinolene
"The Creative Spark"
Fresh · Herbal · Floral · Apple
Also found in: Apples, Lilac, Nutmeg, Tea Tree
Pairs with Ocimene → Creative energy · Often appears in energetic, daytime strains
Humulene
"The Appetite Whisperer"
Hoppy · Earthy · Woody · Herbal
Also found in: Hops, Sage, Ginger, Ginseng
Pairs with Caryophyllene → Anti-inflammatory stack · Often present in full-bodied relief strains
Ocimene
"The Uplifter"
Sweet · Herbal · Woody · Tropical
Also found in: Mint, Parsley, Orchids, Pepper, Basil
Pairs with Terpinolene → Daytime creative energy · Rare in high concentrations
Bisabolol
"The Soother"
Floral · Sweet · Chamomile · Soft
Also found in: Chamomile, Candeia tree, Sweet basil
Pairs with Linalool → Deep calming · Pairs with Caryophyllene → Skin soothing with systemic relief
Nerolidol
"The Sedator"
Woody · Citrus · Rose · Fresh Bark
Also found in: Neroli, Jasmine, Lemongrass, Tea tree, Ginger
Pairs with Linalool → The most targeted sleep combination · Pairs with Myrcene → Deep body sedation
Terpineol
"The Relaxer"
Floral · Pine · Lilac · Slightly citrus
Also found in: Lilac, Pine, Lime blossom, Eucalyptus
Pairs with Myrcene → Enhanced sedative relaxation · Pairs with Linalool → Gentle anxiety relief
Valencene
"The Citrus Energizer"
Sweet Orange · Grapefruit · Fresh · Tangy
Also found in: Valencia oranges, Grapefruits, Tangerines
Pairs with Limonene → Amplified citrus mood lift · Pairs with Terpinolene → Bright, uplifting, creative