Myrcene
Earthy, musky, fruity, clove-like
What is Myrcene?
Myrcene is a terpene found in cannabis known for its earthy, musky, fruity, clove-like aroma, also present in Mangoes, Lemongrass, Hops, Thyme, with reported effects including relaxing and sedating.
The most common terpene in cannabis. Known for its earthy, musky aroma with hints of fruit. Often associated with sedating, relaxing effects.
How does Myrcene affect the cannabis experience?
Myrcene 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 earthy, musky, fruity, clove-like notes in a cannabis strain, Myrcene 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.
Myrcene is not unique to cannabis. It is also naturally present in Mangoes, Lemongrass, Hops, Thyme, which is why some cannabis strains may remind you of these familiar scents.
What are the effects of Myrcene?
- Relaxing
- Sedating
- Pain relief
Which strains are high in Myrcene?
Stink Berry Kush
IndicaArnes Rocket Passion
IndicaLil Mermaid AA10
HybridStrawberry Cheesecake
HybridWhite Widow Autoflower
HybridLemon G Bx
HybridBubba Purple Chunk
IndicaSour Bubblin' Crack
HybridXena OG
HybridThe Atom Bomb
HybridSpace Mutiny
HybridHappy Amnesia
HybridMT Grown Kush
IndicaTrichome Reign
HybridCold Heat
HybridLemendhaze
HybridSuper Melonaid
HybridSkunk Auto
HybridSunset Sherbert Bx
HybridPurple Project
HybridJaggen
SativaWhite Runtz Fast Flowering
HybridAlien Poison
HybridIzno CBG Auto
HybridBlueberry Zkittlez
HybridPrayer Pupil F2
HybridSpooky Sunset
HybridViolet BAG
HybridFresh Pressed Runtz
HybridRed Hot CAP Junky
HybridSnowLAnd
HybridFrench Cookies 710
HybridWitch of Eastham
HybridJungle Fever Auto
HybridPower Plant
SativaJack Herer x SCBDx
HybridUnification
HybridBrain Gum
HybridZmäkdaun
HybridPetrol Rainbow
HybridBlueberry Space Cadet
IndicaLemon Chemical
HybridNL2 x Tom Hill's Haze
HybridRainbow
HybridSatori
SativaSour Breath
HybridPurple Afghan Kush
IndicaWhite Spanish
SativaRoyal Cookies Automatic
HybridZK Fruit
HybridFrequently Asked Questions
What is Myrcene and what does it do?
The most common terpene in cannabis. Known for its earthy, musky aroma with hints of fruit. Often associated with sedating, relaxing effects.
What does Myrcene smell like?
Myrcene is known for its Earthy, musky, fruity, clove-like aroma. This terpene is also commonly found in Mangoes, Lemongrass, Hops, Thyme, which gives these plants similar aromatic qualities.
Which cannabis strains are high in Myrcene?
Cannabis strains high in Myrcene include Stink Berry Kush, Arnes Rocket Passion, Lil Mermaid AA10, Strawberry Cheesecake, White Widow Autoflower, and more. The terpene content can vary based on growing conditions and harvest timing.