Pinene
Pine, fresh, woody
What is Pinene?
Pinene is a terpene found in cannabis known for its pine, fresh, woody aroma, also present in Pine needles, Rosemary, Basil, Parsley, with reported effects including alertness and memory retention.
One of the most abundant terpenes in nature with a fresh pine scent. May help with alertness and memory retention.
How does Pinene affect the cannabis experience?
Pinene 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 pine, fresh, woody notes in a cannabis strain, Pinene 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.
Pinene is not unique to cannabis. It is also naturally present in Pine needles, Rosemary, Basil, Parsley, which is why some cannabis strains may remind you of these familiar scents.
What are the effects of Pinene?
- Alertness
- Memory retention
- Anti-inflammatory
Which strains are high in Pinene?
Scott's OG x Kreamdog
HybridRocket Fuel Autoflowering
HybridMorning Glory
HybridDereks Stash
HybridK-2 x Mexican Haze x Victorie
HybridStrawberry Pie Auto
IndicaGilled Gorilla
HybridMataro Blue
IndicaAlien SinMint
HybridMimosa Cake
HybridKush Mountains
HybridWailing Valley x Samangan Province f1
HybridGunsmoke
SativaRoof 95
Indica12 Assed Raven
HybridRoyal Medic
HybridRidick
HybridLavender Sour Diesel
SativaJack Smack
HybridJesus OG
HybridSkid Marks
HybridJacob Green
HybridKourtney Luv
HybridPyK7 #4
HybridPurple Mango
HybridGrapefruit CBD
HybridGreen Dream
HybridGorilla Diesel
HybridIndian Sommer
HybridPeach Dream
HybridAppalachian Trail Mix
HybridRed Pomegranate Afghan
IndicaSentinel
HybridKing's Kush Automatic
HybridThe One x Paki Hash/Chocolate Thai
HybridLady Cane F3
SativaShoog
HybridJailbait
SativaRed Pine Kush
IndicaPolar Dawg
HybridSuper CAM
HybridHollywood
IndicaFlawless
HybridPurple Tangie
HybridSingapore Sling
HybridHoney Banana
HybridIguana
HybridBrake Pad Breath
HybridCBD Cheese Auto
HybridRootdawg
HybridFrequently Asked Questions
What is Pinene and what does it do?
One of the most abundant terpenes in nature with a fresh pine scent. May help with alertness and memory retention.
What does Pinene smell like?
Pinene is known for its Pine, fresh, woody aroma. This terpene is also commonly found in Pine needles, Rosemary, Basil, Parsley, which gives these plants similar aromatic qualities.
Which cannabis strains are high in Pinene?
Cannabis strains high in Pinene include Scott's OG x Kreamdog, Rocket Fuel Autoflowering, Morning Glory, Dereks Stash, K-2 x Mexican Haze x Victorie, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.