Ocimene
Sweet, herbal, woody
What is Ocimene?
Ocimene is a terpene found in cannabis known for its sweet, herbal, woody aroma, also present in Mint, Parsley, Pepper, Basil, Mangoes, with reported effects including antiviral and antifungal.
A sweet, herbal terpene with woody undertones. Known for its pleasant fragrance.
How does Ocimene affect the cannabis experience?
Ocimene 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 sweet, herbal, woody notes in a cannabis strain, Ocimene 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.
Ocimene is not unique to cannabis. It is also naturally present in Mint, Parsley, Pepper, Basil, Mangoes, which is why some cannabis strains may remind you of these familiar scents.
What are the effects of Ocimene?
- Antiviral
- Antifungal
- Decongestant
Which strains are high in Ocimene?
White Cookies
HybridVery Cherry
HybridTuna OG
HybridUK Cheese
HybridSupaFreak
HybridStrawberry Shortcake
HybridSweet Purple
HybridPlatinum Purple
IndicaSour Cookies
HybridSour Maui
HybridSour Blue Diesel
SativaSnowdawg
HybridBlack Afghan
IndicaSour Breath
HybridStrawberry Diesel
HybridSojay Haze
SativaGrapefruit Diesel
HybridPink 2.0
HybridPurple Diesel
HybridRed Congolese
SativaHarle-Tsu
HybridGarlic Breath
HybridPurple Trainwreck
HybridPineapple Skunk
HybridGrape Stomper
HybridHigh Octane OG
IndicaHippie Crippler
HybridHorchata
HybridIce
HybridPlatinum Girl Scout Cookies
HybridIncredible Hulk
HybridIngrid
IndicaCheese
HybridDurban Poison
SativaCookie Glue
HybridJungle Juice
HybridCrescendo
HybridLemon Jack
HybridDouble Dream
HybridMandarin Sunset
HybridDragon OG
HybridMango Tango
HybridMataro Blue
IndicaMemory Loss
HybridMoonshine Haze
SativaNorthern Berry
HybridOil Spill
HybridOrange Dream
HybridGreen Ribbon
HybridWhite Poison
HybridFrequently Asked Questions
What is Ocimene and what does it do?
A sweet, herbal terpene with woody undertones. Known for its pleasant fragrance.
What does Ocimene smell like?
Ocimene is known for its Sweet, herbal, woody aroma. This terpene is also commonly found in Mint, Parsley, Pepper, Basil, Mangoes, which gives these plants similar aromatic qualities.
Which cannabis strains are high in Ocimene?
Cannabis strains high in Ocimene include White Cookies, Very Cherry, Tuna OG, UK Cheese, SupaFreak, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.