Limonene
Citrus, lemon, orange
What is Limonene?
Limonene is a terpene found in cannabis known for its citrus, lemon, orange aroma, also present in Citrus fruits, Juniper, Peppermint, with reported effects including mood elevation and stress relief.
A citrus-scented terpene that may elevate mood and provide stress relief. Common in sativa-dominant strains.
How does Limonene affect the cannabis experience?
Limonene 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 citrus, lemon, orange notes in a cannabis strain, Limonene 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.
Limonene is not unique to cannabis. It is also naturally present in Citrus fruits, Juniper, Peppermint, which is why some cannabis strains may remind you of these familiar scents.
What are the effects of Limonene?
- Mood elevation
- Stress relief
- Energizing
Which strains are high in Limonene?
East Coast Stardawg
HybridEarly Grape Berry
HybridColombian Jack
HybridPremier Sweet
HybridBlackberry Moonshine
HybridSherb Appeal
HybridElk Wallow
HybridGardens Rubicite
HybridSecretz
HybridFruity Jack x Animal Cookies
HybridCream Puff
HybridGarlic Golden Grapes
IndicaSuga' Shine
HybridPURPetrator
HybridThai Chiang Rai
SativaSugarpop
HybridPocono Kush
HybridMilk and Qookies
HybridCookie Caleidoscope
HybridCoal Creek Kush x Star Dawg
HybridUBC Chemo
IndicaTaison Auto
HybridTimanfaya Auto
HybridCliff Area
HybridWhite FX
HybridAmnesium
SativaTexas Terpz
HybridMichelle Moist
HybridPink Zkittlez
HybridSMO
HybridGirl Scout Cookies Forum Cut
HybridJane Dope
HybridCancer's Nightmare
HybridAfghan OG
IndicaBetty Boo
HybridMilk Bone
Hybrid3x Purple
HybridGran Flora
HybridSkywalker OG Auto
HybridIsland Tour
HybridOrange Hill Special
HybridKEMO
HybridShamanic Haze
HybridWitches Weed
HybridClockwork Ghost OG
HybridCitrus Soda
IndicaPermanent Applez
HybridSir Jack
HybridWhite Ghost Dawg
HybridBanana Crush
SativaFrequently Asked Questions
What is Limonene and what does it do?
A citrus-scented terpene that may elevate mood and provide stress relief. Common in sativa-dominant strains.
What does Limonene smell like?
Limonene is known for its Citrus, lemon, orange aroma. This terpene is also commonly found in Citrus fruits, Juniper, Peppermint, which gives these plants similar aromatic qualities.
Which cannabis strains are high in Limonene?
Cannabis strains high in Limonene include East Coast Stardawg, Early Grape Berry, Colombian Jack, Premier Sweet, Blackberry Moonshine, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.