Terpene Tuesday: Limonene
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Terpene Tuesday: Limonene

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by Susan Lyn

TERPENE: Limonene \ ˈli-mə-ˌnēn \ monoterpene

Limonene has two types: d-limonene and a-limonene. This terpene is the third most common terpene in cannabis, and the second most common terpene in nature.

FOUND IN: 

Rind of citrus fruit (lemons, limes, oranges and grapefruit to name a few). 

USED IN:

Food, perfume, essential oil and soap.

AROMA/FLAVOR: 

Citrus

EFFECTS: 

  • Uplifted
  • Happy
  • Euphoric

BENEFITS: 

  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Antioxidant
  • Antianxiety
  • Antidepressant

SUPPORTIVE FOR: 

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Pain

STRAINS:

  • Sunset Sherbert – melts away stress, tension and a bad mood while giving you a carefree mindset and physical relaxation. (Hybrid) This is one of Nurse Susan’s favorites!
  • Super Sour Diesel – high in THC giving off a strong cerebral high. (Sativa)
  • Wedding Cake – calms the body promoting a relaxing euphoric mind. (Hybrid)
  • Berry White – relaxation, euphoric moods that can lead to creativity and great conversation. (Indica)

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