Linalool
Floral, lavender, spicy
What is Linalool?
Linalool is a terpene found in cannabis known for its floral, lavender, spicy aroma, also present in Lavender, Birch bark, Coriander, with reported effects including calming and sedating.
A floral terpene with calming properties. Known for its lavender aroma and potential sedating effects.
How does Linalool affect the cannabis experience?
Linalool 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 floral, lavender, spicy notes in a cannabis strain, Linalool 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.
Linalool is not unique to cannabis. It is also naturally present in Lavender, Birch bark, Coriander, which is why some cannabis strains may remind you of these familiar scents.
What are the effects of Linalool?
- Calming
- Sedating
- Anti-anxiety
Which strains are high in Linalool?
Galleta
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HybridLa Blanca
HybridTropicana Cookies Auto
HybridJigsaw
HybridTrop Cookies x Sherbcake
HybridStar Child
HybridGMO
HybridRemedio Caseiro
HybridGuava Gelato S1
HybridZikigai
HybridGorilla Glue
HybridPrivate Reserve OG
HybridChem 4 OG
HybridPink Animal Crackers
IndicaPurple Lemon Haze
HybridChocolate Marshmallows
HybridPeaceful Child
HybridPamelina
HybridMatty Cakes
HybridSuper Silver Pupil
SativaColombian Gold Highland
SativaFire OG Bx3
HybridMagnoliaPie
SativaRaunchy Runtz
HybridAphrodite
HybridWhite Sherb
HybridSavage Headband
HybridBanana Punch
HybridAnimal Zkittlez
HybridWombat
HybridStrawberry Cake Auto
HybridHalf&Half Cookies
HybridBen & Gary's
HybridBluntz
HybridSnooze Button
HybridHoney Bananas
HybridPudding Pop
IndicaFresca Melon
HybridHoney Banana
HybridSomango Fast Version
HybridFace Off OG
HybridPluto
HybridSilver Lotus
HybridLava Fuel
HybridReCon
HybridCandy Runtz
HybridLa Niña
HybridLa Marquise
HybridDosidoss #4 x Tropicanna Punch F3
HybridFrequently Asked Questions
What is Linalool and what does it do?
A floral terpene with calming properties. Known for its lavender aroma and potential sedating effects.
What does Linalool smell like?
Linalool is known for its Floral, lavender, spicy aroma. This terpene is also commonly found in Lavender, Birch bark, Coriander, which gives these plants similar aromatic qualities.
Which cannabis strains are high in Linalool?
Cannabis strains high in Linalool include Galleta, Rain Bird, La Blanca, Tropicana Cookies Auto, Jigsaw, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.