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?
God Bud
HybridRed Tropicana Cookies
SativaTD x E-Rocket / DP x DC
HybridMandarine Auto
HybridGlue Fire OG
HybridAfghan Skunk
HybridSanta Marta Haze
SativaRamblin’ Rose
HybridHot Toddy
IndicaPrivate Reserve OG
HybridTangie Zest v1
HybridWedding Bukkake Auto
HybridFrost Boss
HybridHalabama Sundae
HybridChocolate Fondue
HybridL.A. Vanilla Cake
HybridValley Rose
HybridClowns Cookies
HybridWhite Truffle x Kush Mints
HybridStrawberry Gelato
HybridCherry Pie Automatic
HybridJedi Cookies Auto
HybridCookie's Revenge
HybridPudim
HybridMochi
HybridSonic Slurrincane
HybridBlunicorn
HybridPuffo Gelato
HybridFace Off OG
HybridHeime Cheeba's Purple Afghan Kush
IndicaFire OG
HybridSkunk XXX
HybridApollo Haze
HybridSour Dubb
HybridKashmir Lolab Valley
HybridGrape Breath
HybridPurple Juice Auto
HybridCream Candy Auto
HybridBubble Gummy Auto
HybridInfinite Chi
HybridGirl Scout Cookies Twister
HybridBlue Widow
HybridSundae Cookies
HybridMagma
HybridBetter Made Cookies
HybridSherbet BX
HybridLas Vegas Purple Kush
HybridJoe's Lemonade F2
HybridMr. + Runtz
HybridIn Z Air
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 God Bud, Red Tropicana Cookies, TD x E-Rocket / DP x DC, Mandarine Auto, Glue Fire OG, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.