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What Are Cannabinoids, and What Types Are There? Explained Simply

Cannabinoids are, at their core, chemical compounds. One of these compounds, THC, binds to specific receptors in the human body (known as cannabinoid receptors). Cannabinoids became widely known primarily through the hemp plant Cannabis sativa. More than a hundred different cannabinoids are found in this plant, including THC and CBD. Both THC and CBD are

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Laura June 22, 2026 7:30

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An Overview of the Most Important Cannabis Terpenes and Their Properties

Cannabis is often evaluated based on THC and CBD. But this approach doesn’t tell the whole story. Two cannabis flowers with comparable THC or CBD levels can be perceived completely differently—in terms of smell, taste, and aroma. The difference lies in the terpene profile. Terpenes shape the cannabis experience on a level that goes beyond the concentration of active compounds alone. Anyone who uses cannabis

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Charlotte Götz April 23, 2026 9:00 a.m.

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What Pinen Is and How This Terpene Is Classified in Cannabis

Anyone who has ever smelled a pine forest, fresh rosemary, or certain cannabis flowers has already encountered pinene—often without even realizing it. This terpene not only shapes the aroma but also influences how a plant’s profile is perceived overall. In the context of cannabis, the terpene (English: pinene) is often associated with

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Laura April 14, 2026 10:00 a.m.

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What is terpinolene and what effects are attributed to this terpene?

Terpinolene is a naturally occurring monoterpene that is produced in numerous plants and is notable for its fresh, slightly citrusy and herbal scent. It is found in herbs, spices, and essential oils, among other things, where it contributes to the characteristic aroma. However, terpinolene receives particular attention in the context of cannabis. Although it occurs

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Charlotte Götz March 11, 2026 8:00 a.m.

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All the information about the rare cannabis terpene camphene

Camphene is a rarely analyzed monoterpene in cannabis. As a terpene, it belongs to the group of aromatically active plant substances that contribute to the scent, taste, and character of a cannabis strain. In laboratory analyses, camphene usually appears in low concentrations, but is clearly identified in detailed terpene profiles. Unlike cannabinoids such as THC or CBD, camphene is

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Laura 03/02/2026 8:00

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Linalool cannabis terpene explained and classified scientifically

Linalool is a naturally occurring monoterpene that is produced in numerous plants. It is particularly well known from lavender, but it can also be a component of the terpene profile in cannabis. Terpenes characterize the scent, taste, and chemical properties of many plants. In cannabis, they complement cannabinoids and contribute to the characteristics of different strains. In

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Laura February 20, 2026 7:00

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The terpene nerolidol between science, experience, and application

Nerolidol is a natural plant substance that plays a role in various contexts: as a component of essential oils, as a fragrance in cosmetic products, and increasingly also in the medical cannabis context. The information available on this topic is correspondingly diverse—ranging from chemical basics and analytical descriptions to reports on

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Charlotte Götz February 11, 2026 7:30

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Myrcene explained in simple terms as a terpene and classified in the cannabis profile

Cannabis is more than the sum of its cannabinoids. Its properties arise from the interaction of various plant constituents, which together shape its aroma, character, and perception. In addition to well-known substances such as THC and CBD, other components are increasingly becoming the focus of research. One example of this is the terpene myrcene.

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Laura 02/02/2026 8:00

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Properties and classification of the terpene humulene in the context of cannabis

Humulene, also known as α-humulene or humulene, is a naturally occurring terpene. It characterizes the aroma and texture profile of many plants, including hops and many cannabis strains. Unlike cannabinoids such as THC, humulene is not psychoactive. Nevertheless, it is being intensively studied scientifically because it has interesting properties and is a good example of

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Laura January 25, 2026 10:00

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Limonene terpene with all its properties and cannabis classification

Limonene is one of the best known and most common terpenes in nature and is one of the most regularly detected cannabis terpenes. In cannabis, the limonene terpene primarily characterizes the distinctive citrus aroma of certain strains and is described in connection with various sensory and functional properties. In addition to its importance for smell and

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Charlotte Götz January 12, 2026 12:30