Humulene
Earthy, woody, spicy
What is Humulene?
Humulene is a terpene found in cannabis known for its earthy, woody, spicy aroma, also present in Hops, Coriander, Cloves, Basil, with reported effects including appetite suppressant and anti-inflammatory.
An earthy, woody terpene also found in hops. May have appetite-suppressant properties.
How does Humulene affect the cannabis experience?
Humulene 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 earthy, woody, spicy notes in a cannabis strain, Humulene 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.
Humulene is not unique to cannabis. It is also naturally present in Hops, Coriander, Cloves, Basil, which is why some cannabis strains may remind you of these familiar scents.
What are the effects of Humulene?
- Appetite suppressant
- Anti-inflammatory
Which strains are high in Humulene?
Lashkar Gah
IndicaWhite Inferno
HybridBanana Punch
HybridPuna Buddaz
IndicaLemon Tree x Purple Punch
HybridCritical Neville Haze 2.0
HybridPurple Biscotti
HybridSour Sage OG
HybridHot Zawtz
HybridGrandaddy Purple x Bruce Banner
HybridDark Star
IndicaBruce Banner #3 Auto
HybridGold Leaf Autoflower
HybridRed Rum
HybridGorilla Butter
HybridKnightsBridge OG Haze
HybridEthiopian Tribute
SativaWhite Cherry Wedding Cake
HybridSour Maui
HybridSmurfette
HybridTriple Scoop
HybridBubblegum Cookies
HybridApollo Haze
HybridGorilla Fuck
HybridPeanut Butter Breath
HybridOreoz Sour
HybridCreme OG
IndicaGeisha Girl
HybridGeist OG
HybridDevil's Glue
HybridCrouching Tiger Hidden Alien
IndicaMango Biche
SativaCream D' Mint
HybridJazz Queen
HybridStarry Night
HybridBlack Banana F2
Hybrid60 Day Wonder
IndicaSkullcap
HybridCaly Wompus
HybridAuto Black Domina Explosion
IndicaPlatinum Lemon Cherry Gelato S1
HybridBubble Bath
HybridCherry Do-Si-Dos
HybridThai Haze
SativaBlue Widow
HybridLolab Valley
HybridCritical Neville Haze
SativaNorthern Lights x Big Bud Autoflowering
HybridZupreme
HybridBlue Crush
HybridFrequently Asked Questions
What is Humulene and what does it do?
An earthy, woody terpene also found in hops. May have appetite-suppressant properties.
What does Humulene smell like?
Humulene is known for its Earthy, woody, spicy aroma. This terpene is also commonly found in Hops, Coriander, Cloves, Basil, which gives these plants similar aromatic qualities.
Which cannabis strains are high in Humulene?
Cannabis strains high in Humulene include Lashkar Gah, White Inferno, Banana Punch, Puna Buddaz, Lemon Tree x Purple Punch, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.