08/25/2026
TERPENE TUESDAY 🌱 MYRCENE
If you’ve ever noticed that certain cannabis strains have a deep, earthy, musky, herbal aroma - and tend to feel more relaxing - myrcene may be part of the reason.
Myrcene (β-myrcene) is one of the most abundant terpenes found in cannabis. It’s also naturally present in plants such as hops, lemongrass, basil, and thyme.
Research on myrcene suggests possible:
🧘 Relaxing/anxiolytic effects
🔥 Anti-inflammatory activity
🩹 Pain-relieving/analgesic activity
🛡️ Antioxidant properties
😴 Potential sedative or sleep-related effects
💪 Potential effects on muscle relaxation
And one myth worth clearing up: having more myrcene doesn’t automatically mean a strain will produce a particular “indica” or “couch-lock” effect. Cannabis effects depend on the entire cannabinoid and terpene profile, dose, and individual response.
Strains associated with higher myrcene levels include:
•Trainwreck 🚂💥
•Blue Dream 🔵💤
•Granddaddy Purple 👴🟣
•Grape Ape 🍇🦍
•Northern Lights🎇
•9 Pound Hammer🔨🔨
•Harlequin (1:1 CBD:THC)
•White Widow 🕷️
Don’t just shop by strain name or THC alone. If you’re interested in myrcene, look at the terpene profile on the Product Availability Card next to the sample or ask to see the COA!
Warning: Cannabis products are not for use by anyone under the age of 21. Cannabis use may cause drowsiness, affect focus, reaction time, and decision-making. These products are not evaluated or approved by the FDA. Pregnant people should avoid cannabis due to the risk of low birth weight, premature birth, stillbirth, and harm to fetal brain development.
