Terpenes are aromatic compounds found in many plants that give them their distinctive scents, such as linalool in lavender and limonene in oranges. Some terpenes serve protective functions both in the plant and when consumed by humans.

The six most commonly found terpenes are limonene, humulene, pinene, linalool, caryophyllene, and myrcene. Understanding these terpenes can help you choose products that align with your desired effects.

Each cannabinoid and terpene offers its own set of therapeutic benefits and unique properties. When consumed together, they can enhance each other’s effects—a phenomenon known as the “Entourage Effect,” which suggests that these compounds are more effective together than when used alone.