Terpenes
Cannabis enthusiasts in Denver, CO, may be interested in learning more about what makes their favorite strains of cannabis unique. Expand your cannabis lexicon and develop an understanding of what terpenes are, how they may elevate your cannabis experience and more.
What Are Cannabis Terpenes?
Cannabis terpenes are chemical compounds found in all cannabis plants. Each plant will have its specific composition of terpenes, and these compounds give different strains their own unique flavor and aroma. Learn more about what makes your favorite strains unique by reading through the following facts.
How Are Terpenes Related to Essential Oils?
When the cannabis plant secretes terpenes, they give off a scent. Other plants produce terpenes, too: Think of your favorite naturally scented products such as lavender, jasmine, or pine. Terpenes are components of many plants, but because we don’t smoke or ingest several of the plants that are popular for their scents, we likely do not fully understand their effects on the human body.
What Are Full-Spectrum Terpenes?
Each cannabis plant has its own unique blend of cannabinoids and terpenes that work together to produce an effect on the body or brain. It’s thought that a full-spectrum extract, meaning any form of cannabis that has been distilled or concentrated into a resin, oil, or another form, is superior to an isolate like “plain” CBD oil. Many consumers may choose full-spectrum CBD in hopes that its unique terpene profile would result in greater health benefits.
The Benefits of Terpenes in Cannabis
It’s important to make the distinction between cannabis terpenes and cannabinoids. Cannabinoids are psychoactive compounds, like THC and CBD, that you can also find in the cannabis plant. THC is known for resulting in euphoria, and while CBD is usually not psychoactive in the same way, it is being studied for its purported health effects.
Terpenes are well-known for their scent potential as manufacturers have been sourcing them from lavender, citrus peels, and pine trees for their fragrances for a long time. Terpenes are also what give certain strains of cannabis, such as Blue Dream, its distinct flavor — and they may even promote relaxation or better focus. The terpenes in cannabis, however, may interact synergistically with cannabinoids in the cannabis plant to produce a combined, elevated effect on your health.
Contact Greenfields Cannabis Co. Today
Understanding the jargon behind cannabis culture can enrich your world and connect you to your local cannabis community in a deeper way. If you have questions about cannabis terpenes or you need a recommendation for your personal use, reach out to Greenfields Cannabis Co. today!
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