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?
Alaskan Super Skunk
HybridSweet Tooth x NLX Autoflowering
HybridAfghan Kush Special
IndicaAladdin Kush
HybridAfrican Spirit
SativaFY9
HybridSuper Panama Haze
SativaAJ's Cookies
IndicaAfrican Buzz
SativaVeteran OG
HybridAcai & Bananas
HybridAcai Sherb
HybridBacchus Juice
IndicaPrada Belt
Hybrid5 Alive
HybridQuebec CBD 20:1
HybridAustralian Dead Head
HybridSour Skunk
HybridCake Bomb
IndicaSweet Cream
HybridSensi Cheese
HybridAC/OG
HybridLemon Space Cake
HybridBerries & Cheese
HybridSnowcap
HybridAK-47 Auto
HybridSwamp Skunk
HybridAchilles
HybridStrawberry Jack
HybridSunset Sherbet Automatic
HybridF.I.G. x Super TC91
HybridThundersnow
HybridSweet Tooth
HybridPurple Voodoo
HybridSour Dream
SativaHazelnut Circus
HybridBlissful Breath
HybridSquid Ink
HybridPurple Lemon Dog
Indica187
HybridLemmon Supreme
HybridTopanga OG
HybridKamikaze
HybridFruit Salad
HybridBlack Dog Auto
HybridStrawberry Glue
HybridShark Infested Custard
HybridJedi Kush
IndicaKahuna
HybridNight Hound
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 Alaskan Super Skunk, Sweet Tooth x NLX Autoflowering, Afghan Kush Special, Aladdin Kush, African Spirit, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.