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Terpene

Myrcene

Myrcene is the most abundant terpene in modern cannabis and sets the earthy, slightly sweet base note many strains share. It is widely associated with the relaxed, settled feeling of indica-leaning varieties, and it is the same compound that gives hops and ripe mango their musky aroma.

Aroma

Earthy, musky, herbal — with a ripe-fruit sweetness

Also found in

Mango, Hops, Lemongrass, Thyme

Boiling point

167°C (333°F)

Commonly reported

Relaxing Calming Body-heavy

Strains high in Myrcene

172 strains feature Myrcene — the 12 most-saved are below.

Indica17–24% THC

9 Pound Hammer

SleepyRelaxedHappy
Sativa15–23% THC

Acapulco Gold

EnergeticHappyUplifted
CBD1–6% THC

ACDC

RelaxedFocusedHappy
Indica14–21% THC

Afghan Kush

RelaxedSleepyHungry
Indica14–20% THC

Afghani

RelaxedSleepyHappy
Indica17–24% THC

Afgoo

SleepyRelaxedHappy
Hybrid15–21% THC

AK-47

RelaxedHappyUplifted
Hybrid20–28% THC

Alien OG

EuphoricRelaxedHappy
Sativa18–25% THC

Amnesia Haze

EuphoricHappyUplifted
Hybrid18–27% THC

Animal Cookies

RelaxedHappySleepy
Hybrid20–27% THC

Animal Mints

RelaxedHappySleepy
Hybrid22–28% THC

Apple Fritter

RelaxedHappyEuphoric

Other terpenes

CaryophylleneLimonenePineneHumuleneLinaloolTerpinoleneOcimeneWhat are terpenes? →

Myrcene — frequently asked questions

What does Myrcene smell like?
Myrcene smells earthy, musky, herbal — with a ripe-fruit sweetness. You'll recognize it from Mango, Hops, Lemongrass.
What are the effects of Myrcene?
Cannabis high in Myrcene is commonly described as relaxing, calming, body-heavy. 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 Myrcene?
Weedtip lists 172 strains that feature Myrcene, including 9 Pound Hammer. See the full list above.