Terpene: Farnesene
Type: Sesquiterpene
Found In: Cannabis, Hops, Apple + Pear Skins, Turmeric, Ylang-Ylang
Flavor: Woody, Earthy, Citrus Notes with Green Apple Aroma
Fun Fact: Natural Insecticide
The main terpene in green apple skin, farnesene is also found in relaxing essential oils like cedarwood, sandalwood, myrrh and patchouli. This sesquiterpene is soothing for the mood with its calming and sedative effects. Besides inducing a relaxed state of mind, farnesene is also a muscle relaxant and antispasmodic. If you’ve been feeling a bit tense emotionally or physically, give cultivars higher in farnesene a try.
Like many other terpenes, farnesene is an anti-inflammatory.
If you’re in favor of a more relaxed high, strains high in farnesene may be for you. And if you like the high energy that a good sativa brings but don’t like to be on edge, look for a sativa high in farnesene.
If you’re in favor of a more relaxed high, strains high in Farnesene may be for you. And if you like the high energy that a good sativa brings but don’t like to be on edge, look for a sativa high in farnesene.
Chemistry Products Containing Farnesene: