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?
Granddad's Lavender
IndicaCandy Cream Auto
HybridPuro Loco
HybridLemon Oreoz
HybridCake Crasher
HybridWatermelon Gelato
HybridMango Tango
HybridKnockout Runtz
HybridBluenana
HybridPurple Maze Kush
IndicaGrape Frosty
HybridPurple Star Killer
HybridBaOx
HybridJack Cloudwalker
HybridBlue Iguana
HybridC99 F2
SativaPanama Red x Colombian Gold
SativaPhoton
HybridSlurmint IX
IndicaApples and Bananas
HybridMango Haze
HybridAnimal Killer
HybridGodfather OG Autoflower
HybridZeetah Pizz
HybridBanana Bliss
HybridAtreyu
HybridBlueberry Pie
HybridFault Line
HybridRose Especial
HybridLemon Splash
HybridPurple Gorilla
HybridStimulus Check
HybridGorilla Runtz Bx1
HybridStrawberry Smoothie
HybridBananaconda
HybridBlack ZZ
HybridImperial Dank
HybridMack Truck
Hybrid91 Royale
HybridAtomic Apple
HybridIrene Apricot
HybridEthos Apex
HybridZwoosh
Hybrid710 Stick Icky
HybridDandy Dance
HybridIce Cream Zoap
Hybrid78
HybridPurple Punch x Jungle Cake
HybridPunch Drunk Runtz
HybridJelly Donut
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 Granddad's Lavender, Candy Cream Auto, Puro Loco, Lemon Oreoz, Cake Crasher, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.