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Terpene

Limonene

Limonene gives strains their zesty, citrus-peel lift and is one of the most recognizable cannabis aromas. It is commonly reported alongside bright, uplifting, mood-forward experiences, and it is the same oil pressed from lemon and orange rinds.

Aroma

Bright citrus — lemon and orange peel

Also found in

Citrus rinds, Juniper, Peppermint

Boiling point

176°C (349°F)

Commonly reported

Uplifting Mood-lifting Energizing

Strains high in Limonene

79 strains feature Limonene — the 12 most-saved are below.

Indica17–24% THC

9 Pound Hammer

SleepyRelaxedHappy
Hybrid15–21% THC

AK-47

RelaxedHappyUplifted
Sativa16–23% THC

Alaskan Thunder Fuck

EuphoricEnergeticHappy
Hybrid20–28% THC

Alien OG

EuphoricRelaxedHappy
Sativa18–25% THC

Amnesia Haze

EuphoricHappyUplifted
Hybrid18–27% THC

Animal Cookies

RelaxedHappySleepy
Indica15–22% THC

Bubba Kush

RelaxedSleepyHappy
CBD3–7% THC

Cannatonic

RelaxedHappyUplifted
Hybrid22–30% THC

Cap Junky

EuphoricRelaxedHappy
Hybrid20–27% THC

Cheetah Piss

EnergeticTalkativeHappy
Hybrid18–26% THC

Chemdawg

EuphoricHappyCreative
Sativa16–22% THC

Chernobyl

HappyUpliftedGiggly

Other terpenes

MyrceneCaryophyllenePineneHumuleneLinaloolTerpinoleneOcimeneWhat are terpenes? →

Limonene — frequently asked questions

What does Limonene smell like?
Limonene smells bright citrus — lemon and orange peel. You'll recognize it from Citrus rinds, Juniper, Peppermint.
What are the effects of Limonene?
Cannabis high in Limonene is commonly described as uplifting, mood-lifting, energizing. Terpenes shape a strain's aroma and character but aren't a medical treatment — effects vary by person and by the full mix of compounds in each strain.
Which strains have the most Limonene?
Weedtip lists 79 strains that feature Limonene, including 9 Pound Hammer. See the full list above.