i didn’t see a medical section so i posted this here
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webster’s definition: Terpene-any of various isomeric hydrocarbons C10H16 found present in essential oils (as from conifers) and used especially as solvents and in organic synthesis; broadly :any of numerous hydrocarbons (C5H8)n found especially in essential oils, resins, and balsams
simple definition is they give the flowers their smells and to some extent flavors.
Terpenes and Their Medicinal Properties
Limonene – citrus type with a lemon, lime, or orange aroma
Stress relief
Anti-fungal
Anti-Bacterial
Anti-Carcinogen
Pinene – Pine tree aroma, most common terpene in cannabis
Increased alertness
Expectorant
Bronchodilator
Topical antiseptic
Borneal – Menthol aroma
Stress relief
Myrcene – Earthy musty aroma, like parsley or hops
Sedative
Antioxidant
Anti-carcinogen
Pain/inflammation relief
Linalool – Floral or citrus like lavender aroma
Anti-convulsing
Anti-anxiety
Anti-depressant
Delta 3 Carene – Sweet cedar aroma
Dry excess fluids (tears, mucus)
Relieve excess menstrual flow
Eucalypto – spicy minty aroma
Balancing
Stimulating
Increased circulation
Pain relief
Beta Caryopyllene – sweet, woody, spicy or peppery aroma
Pain relief
Anti-inflammatory
Humulene- hops like aroma.
Terpineol- Floral, lime or citrus aroma
Sedative
Thiols(secondary flavonoid) – skunky, garlic, fuel/kerosene aroma
Pain relief
Strains high in thiols show promise in reducing opioid use.