Caryophyllene
Spicy, peppery, woody
What is Caryophyllene?
Caryophyllene is a terpene found in cannabis known for its spicy, peppery, woody aroma, also present in Black pepper, Cloves, Cinnamon, Oregano, with reported effects including anti-inflammatory and pain relief.
The only terpene known to interact with the endocannabinoid system. Has a spicy, peppery aroma.
How does Caryophyllene affect the cannabis experience?
Caryophyllene is one of the most important terpenes in cannabis, contributing to both the aroma and the overall effects through what researchers call the entourage effect — the synergistic interaction between cannabinoids and terpenes.
When you smell spicy, peppery, woody notes in a cannabis strain, Caryophyllene is likely a dominant terpene. This aroma is not just a sensory experience — it indicates the presence of compounds that may influence how the strain affects you.
Caryophyllene is not unique to cannabis. It is also naturally present in Black pepper, Cloves, Cinnamon, Oregano, which is why some cannabis strains may remind you of these familiar scents.
What are the effects of Caryophyllene?
- Anti-inflammatory
- Pain relief
- Anti-anxiety
Which strains are high in Caryophyllene?
Silver 99
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IndicaFruity Pebbles
HybridGG1
HybridDiesel XXL Auto
HybridWishing Tree
HybridChoco Kush Auto
HybridAlien Dojo F2
HybridGrape Rips
HybridGrandaddy Confidential
IndicaBlack Cherry Delight Auto
HybridiPot
HybridJam D
HybridSchrom X Romulan Bx3
IndicaDark Dreams
IndicaBuckeye Pie
IndicaRaining Banana's
HybridBlueberry Temple
HybridRoadkill Afghani
IndicaO Z Runtz
HybridGoat Gas
HybridExodus Cheese Automatic CBD
HybridBanana Chem
IndicaZukua
HybridGTR
HybridFrosted Tot Parts
HybridExodus Kush
HybridPoisonous Pineapples
HybridDiego
HybridShiskaberry
HybridChocolatina
HybridExtreme Cream
HybridColonel Crunch
HybridRuntz Punch
IndicaThe Funk From Mars
HybridStrawberry Pebbles Punch
HybridJerry's Cherry Berries
HybridSour Lemon Punch
HybridDiesel Moonshine
HybridFanta Sea RBX
HybridZkittalicious
HybridFast Eddy
HybridWest Coast Sour Diesel x Girl Scout Cookies
HybridCritical Raskera
IndicaLive Long and Prosper
HybridCherry Louis
HybridExodus Cheese Bx1
HybridFrosted Cake
HybridPuna Diesel IBL
SativaJuJu Royal
HybridFrequently Asked Questions
What is Caryophyllene and what does it do?
The only terpene known to interact with the endocannabinoid system. Has a spicy, peppery aroma.
What does Caryophyllene smell like?
Caryophyllene is known for its Spicy, peppery, woody aroma. This terpene is also commonly found in Black pepper, Cloves, Cinnamon, Oregano, which gives these plants similar aromatic qualities.
Which cannabis strains are high in Caryophyllene?
Cannabis strains high in Caryophyllene include Silver 99, Blue Candy Truffles, Fruity Pebbles, GG1, Diesel XXL Auto, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.