Myrcene
Earthy, musky, fruity, clove-like
What is Myrcene?
Myrcene is a terpene found in cannabis known for its earthy, musky, fruity, clove-like aroma, also present in Mangoes, Lemongrass, Hops, Thyme, with reported effects including relaxing and sedating.
The most common terpene in cannabis. Known for its earthy, musky aroma with hints of fruit. Often associated with sedating, relaxing effects.
How does Myrcene affect the cannabis experience?
Myrcene 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, musky, fruity, clove-like notes in a cannabis strain, Myrcene 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.
Myrcene is not unique to cannabis. It is also naturally present in Mangoes, Lemongrass, Hops, Thyme, which is why some cannabis strains may remind you of these familiar scents.
What are the effects of Myrcene?
- Relaxing
- Sedating
- Pain relief
Which strains are high in Myrcene?
Blessings OG
HybridJack Orange
HybridJamaican Berry
HybridRemedio Caseiro
HybridAlien Dojo F2
HybridZkittalicious
HybridFanta Sea RBX
HybridFast Eddy
HybridCitric Acid
HybridPost Traumatic Purple
IndicaBanana Chem
IndicaPuna Diesel IBL
SativaChoco Kush Auto
HybridFruit Jam
HybridPoisonous Pineapples
HybridJock Horror Automatic
SativaDark Dreams
IndicaBlueberry Temple
HybridEvil Bastard (F1 Durban x Sour Diesel)
HybridDiesel Moonshine
HybridGoat Gas
HybridFruity Pebbles
HybridWest Coast Sour Diesel x Girl Scout Cookies
HybridExodus Cheese Automatic CBD
HybridExodus Cheese Bx1
HybridFrosted Tot Parts
HybridGTR
HybridEpsilon F1
HybridExodus Kush
HybridBulk Smash Auto
HybridDiego
HybridShiskaberry
HybridSchrom X Romulan Bx3
IndicaExtreme Cream
HybridChocolatina
HybridChef Blasian
SativaJam D
HybridThe Funk From Mars
HybridStrawberry Pebbles Punch
HybridJerry's Cherry Berries
HybridSour Lemon Punch
HybridColonel Crunch
HybridRaining Banana's
HybridRoadkill Afghani
IndicaFrosted Cake
HybridFat Axl
HybridCritical Raskera
IndicaLive Long and Prosper
HybridCherry Louis
HybridAuto Candy
IndicaFrequently Asked Questions
What is Myrcene and what does it do?
The most common terpene in cannabis. Known for its earthy, musky aroma with hints of fruit. Often associated with sedating, relaxing effects.
What does Myrcene smell like?
Myrcene is known for its Earthy, musky, fruity, clove-like aroma. This terpene is also commonly found in Mangoes, Lemongrass, Hops, Thyme, which gives these plants similar aromatic qualities.
Which cannabis strains are high in Myrcene?
Cannabis strains high in Myrcene include Blessings OG, Jack Orange, Jamaican Berry, Remedio Caseiro, Alien Dojo F2, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.