Hemp Terpene and Its Effect: Ocimene

Hemp Terpene and It’s Effect: Ocimene

Terpenes are the aromatic compounds in cannabis that give the plant it’s unique smell, and unique benefits. They give the different CBD strains their unique flavor profiles. The presence of these terpenes along with secondary cannabinoids like THC, CBDa, CBG, CBN, and others activate a therapeutic phenomenon known a the “entourage effect.”  But science also shows us that terpenes contain compounds that can affect many systems in the body to boost immunity, relieve pain as well as produce a long list of other positive healthful effects. More information at: What are Terpenes?

Ocimene is a terpene found in the cannabis hemp plant.

What is Ocimene?

Ocimene (OH-sih-meen)ON (Minty) – A sweet and powerful medical compound.

Therapeutic Effects: 

• Anti-viral
• Anti-fungal
• Anti-inflammatory
• Antiseptic
• Decongestant
• Anti-bacterial

Aroma: Sweet, fragrant, herbaceous, and woodsy aromas,

Ocimene also found in mint, parsley, pepper, basil, mangoes, orchids, kumquats, figs, cornmint, tarragon and hyssop.

Strains High in Ocimene

HEMP FLOWER:

• Frosted Lime
• Lifter
• Elektra
• Sour Space Candy
• Special Sauce
• Suver Haze

CBD WAX AND VAPE:

• Green Crack
• Super Lemon Haze
• OG Kush