What Are The Terpinolene & Terpineol Terpene Effects?

Terpinolene

Terpinolene is used as an aroma agent in soaps and perfumes, and as a component of some insect repellents. As opposed to other terpenes found in cannabis, terpinolene is neither an analgesic nor an anti-inflammatory. However, this terpene is studied for its antifungal and antibacterial properties, and for its mild sedative action. It is one of the actors in the synergetic performance that enhances the action of THC and CBD. Terpinolene is most commonly found in strains with a sativa dominance.

• Also found in: nutmeg, tea tree, apples, cumin, lilacs, sage
• Aroma: herbal, fresh, woody, pine, citrus, sweet
• Effects: sedative, antibacterial, antifungal, antioxidant; studied for possible anti-cancer properties
• Recommended Cannabis Strains: Jack Herer, Royal Jack Automatic, Pineapple Kush
• Boiling Point: 361-428°F (183-220°C)

Terpineol

Terpineol occurs naturally in many plants including marijuana. It has a lilac aroma and often found in high proportions in marijuana with high pinene levels. This monoterpene is a highly useful essential oil and it’s used as a fragrance in the cosmetics and perfume industry. It is one of the primary ingredients of all perfumes made from the lily. It is also used as an insecticide and a pesticide. Terpineol tastes like mint and its complex aroma can sometimes be confused with the smell of eucalyptus. However, terpineol is hard to perceive in marijuana because of its large amounts of pinene. As a result of this, the pinecones of pinene dominate the pleasant aroma that gives off terpineol.

This terpene is being studied for its potential medicinal and therapeutic value. It is one of the terpenes that create the popular entourage effect. Since terpineol so often travels with pinene, see our pinene terpene guide too.

A study that was published in the Anticancer Research journal suggested terpineol may inhibit the growth of tumor cells. That laboratory research looked at small cell lung carcinoma cells; it has not been shown to treat cancer in people.

• Also found in: yellow root, chamomile, St. John’s wort, mugwort, basil, oregano, geranium, parsley, mother’s skin, laurel, cloves, anise, thyme, ginger
• Aroma: floral, lilacs, pine
• Effects: sedative, anti-anxiety, antioxidant, analgesic; studied for possible anti-tumor properties
• Recommended Cannabis Strains: Jack Herer, OG Kush, White Widow, Girl Scout Cookies
• Boiling Point: 361-428°F (183-220°C)

There is so much to learn regarding terpenes & cannabinoids. Bloom tries to break down the information & help our patients understand the DNA in which their medicine is made of.