Dank Cannabis Terpenes

What’s a terpene?

You know those super sparkly things that make cannabis look frosty or white? Those are called trichomes. Trichomes are like capsules; they hold all the plant’s medicine, including cannabinoids and terpenes, inside.

Terpenes are what make up the overall flavor, smell, and effect of the strain you’re consuming. If you can learn to identify terpenes, you can learn to understand what kind of high experience a strain will provide before actually using it.

At Robust, we chase terps — not just THC.

Why? A 99.9% THC distillate may sound great, but the absence of terpenes means your cannabis will have no flavor and no Entourage Effect — leading to a less intense and less enjoyable high.

What’s the Entourage Effect, you ask?

The Entourage Effect refers to the concept that all the compounds in cannabis, including cannabinoids and terpenes, create stronger effects when used together. Cannassieurs report that of two strains with equal or similar THC, the strain with a higher terpene percentage creates a stronger and better high.

Robust is the first organically grown company to cultivate dynamic and high-testing terp profiles that were all hunted and propagated from seed. We’re on a mission to cultivate the most clean and dank flower and rosin in Missouri — and revolutionize cannabis as we know it.

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A Closer Look at Cannabis Terpenes

Myrcene

Earthy touches of cloves provide calming and relaxing effects.

Also found in: parsley, wild thyme, hops, lemongrass, mango

Medical Attributes: antibacterial, anticarcinogenic, anti-inflammatory, anxiety relief, diuretic, muscle relaxant, sedating

Ocimene

Sweet herbal touches provide energizing and uplifting effects.

Also found in: parsley, mint, mango, orchids, oregano, tarragon

Medical Attributes: anticonvulsant, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral, decongestant, mood elevating

Limonene

Pungent and fruity touches of citrus provide energizing and uplifting effects.

Also found in: citrus fruit rinds, juniper, rosemary, peppermint

Medical Attributes: anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anxiety relief, appetite suppressant, digestion, immune support, mood elevating

Guaiol

Wood and pine touches provide tranquil and calming effects.

Also found in: cypress pine trees, guaiacum plant

Medical Attributes: antibacterial, anticarcinogenic, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, diuretic, menstrual support

Terpinolene

A mixture of piney and floral touches provide relaxing, sedative, and euphoric effects.

Also found in: lilac, nutmeg, tea tree, all spice, juniper

Medical Attributes: analgesic, antibacterial, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiseptic, mood elevating

Linalool

Floral and lavender touches provide calming and relaxing effects.

Also found in: lavender, rosewood, jasmine, birch trees, soap

Medical Attributes: anticonvulsant, anti-inflammatory, anxiety relief, immune support, mood elevating, muscle tension, sedating

Nerolidol

Fresh wood and floral touches provide calming and relaxing effects.

Also found in: ginger, lemongrass, jasmine, roses, citronella, tea tree

Medical Attributes: antibacterial, anticancer, antifungal, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anti-ulcer, sedating

Caryophyllene

Spicy touches of pepper provide calming and relaxing effects.

Also found in: black pepper, basil, oregano, cloves, cinnamon

Medical Attributes: anticonvulsant, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anxiety relief, mood elevation, muscle tension, nausea relief

Pinene

Deep pine touches of wood provide calming and relaxing effects.

Also found in: pine needles, rosemary, eucalyptus, dill

Medical Attributes: antibiotic, anticancer, anti-inflammatory, antiviral, anxiety relief, bronchodilator, memory support