Myrcene

Myrcene is one of the most common terpenes found in cannabis. It's usually found in higher concentration in indica strains. Which contributes to the relaxing and sedating effects that are associated with indica strains.

The aroma of Myrcene can be described as dank. It is musky with an earthy undertone. The same compound can be found in tropical fruits like mangoes and in herbs like thyme and bay leaves. Its  strong sedating effects are the key contributor to the classic calming effects in cannabis. 

Aroma & Flavor Profile

Myrcene delivers a very deep, musky aroma. You can describe it as soil-like. Myrcene can also be found in mangoes. The riper the mango, the more myrcene it contains. But due to this, Myrcene can also give you a hint of tropical fruit-like aroma. Some say it even tastes like lychee.

Flavors you will notice in Myrcene:

• Musky and Earthy: complex flavors like truffles and fermented foods.
• Tropical and fruity: Mangoes, lychees, and lemongrass-like.
• Herbal flavors: subtle herb like undertones like bay leaves and thyme.

Effects & Benefits

As mentioned before, myrcene has sedating and relaxing effects. The well-known effect of cannabis, which we call couch-lock, is primarily caused by this compound.  

This compound is great at helping you to rest. Its strong sedating and relaxing effects will help you clear your mind while relaxing your body. Especially after a long day of physically and mentally hard work.

Myrcene terpene can help with relieving muscle tension, and it's often associated with pain-relieving effects. It can stimulate your appetite. 

Compounding effects

Myrcene is a deeply relaxing compound; it makes sense to pair this with terpenes to enhance this effect to get the best out of it.

Myrcene + Linalool
This combination enhances existing effects and adds a pleasant, relieving effect.

Myrcene + Caryophyllene
This combination will enhance the body-relaxing effects with enhanced mental calming properties.

Myrcene + Humulene
A more balanced body relaxation, the focusing effects of humulene will make this combination less sedating.

Will I like it?

Myrcene can help with easing pain, reducing inflammation, stimulating appetite, and easing insomnia. So it's a great terpene if you want to grow something that promotes rest and recovery.