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?
High Ball
HybridGrape Greatful Cherries
HybridCBD+ Jack Diesel
HybridYumbolt 47
HybridDanish Gold
HybridNina's Haze
SativaBanana Puddintain
HybridDeep Durban
SativaRobocrop
HybridFireman Jack
IndicaSterling Kush
IndicaEinstein's Pipe
HybridSweet Tooth Auto
HybridLimon Y Pina #1
HybridKazakhstan
HybridBlueDawg Auto
HybridRed Lebanese
HybridCrippy Killer
HybridLoran's Dream
HybridBC King Haze
HybridGolden Strawberry
HybridFG13
SativaPurple Unicorn
HybridBlack Domina x Larry OG
HybridDucksfoot Bx
HybridCanna-Tsu
HybridCrimson Quack
IndicaOrange Goo
HybridAuto Moon Rock
HybridDeep Purple Querkle
IndicaStromboli Auto
HybridBubble Gum x Purple Punch
HybridWonder Kush
HybridChemdog 91 X Triangle Kush
HybridThai x Panama
SativaBogglegum
HybridShiva Shanti
IndicaBanana Nose Candy
SativaGranite Haze
HybridPurple Wookie
HybridOaxaca x Panama
SativaPink Runtz Auto
HybridGorilla Glue
HybridCherry Wine Spectrum CBD
SativaBodhi Tree
HybridGhost Train Haze Automatic
SativaBarbara Biker
HybridRebel God Smoke
HybridAmnesia Auto
HybridBlue Grape Fuel
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 High Ball, Grape Greatful Cherries, CBD+ Jack Diesel, Yumbolt 47, Danish Gold, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.