Top Terpene in Hemp Flower: Caryophyllene
Terpenes are the aromatic compounds in cannabis that give the plant it’s unique smell, and unique benefits. They give the different CBD strains their unique flavor profiles. The presence of these terpenes along with secondary cannabinoids like THC, CBDa, CBG, CBN, and others activate a therapeutic phenomenon known a the “entourage effect.” But science also shows us that terpenes contain compounds that can affect many systems in the body to boost immunity, relieve pain as well as produce a long list of other positive healthful effects. More information at: What are Terpenes?
Caryophyllene is one of the top terpenes found in the cannabis hemp plant.
Caryophyllene (CARRY-off-uh-leen) CR (Peppery) โ Scientists have discovered it is the only terpene to also act as a cannabinoid. It directly interacts with the endocannabinoid system, activating the brain’s CB2 receptors that regulate inflammation and pain, which typically only interact with psychoactive cannabinoids like THC.
Therapeutic Effects:
- Analgesic and anti-inflammatory
- Protects cells lining the digestive tract
- Boosts immune system function in protecting the brain and body from disease
- GI tract disorders such as Chron’s, Colitis, and IBD
- Neuro-protectant
- Anti-oxidant
- Focus
- Pain relief
- Anti-anxiety, anti-depressant, stress relief
- Stimulates cancer apoptosis,
- suppresses tumor growth
Aroma Profile: Spicy, pepper-like, woodsy, clove, camphor, smoky, warm with citrus tones.
Caryophyllene is also found in hops, cloves, black pepper, oregano, cinnamon, and basil, lavender, black caraway, rosemary, ylang-ylang.
RESTART Strains High in Caryophyllene:
CBD HEMP FLOWER:
- Sour Space Candy
- Elektra
- Hawaiian Haze
- Frosted Lime
- Lifter
- Wine Widow
- Suver Haze
- White CBG
- Bubba Kush
- Special Sauce
- Siskiyou Gold
CBD WAX AND VAPE:
- Pineapple Express
- Blue Dream
- Durban Poison
- Granddaddy Purple
- Green Crack
- Jack Herer
- Super Lemon Haze
- OG Kush
- Orange Cookies
- White Widow