Myrcene is one terpene, not a category of terpenes, so a myrcene chart does not list terpenes hidden inside it. The chart shows myrcene as the leading compound, then lists the terpenes that commonly appear next to it in the same cultivar: beta-caryophyllene, limonene, alpha-pinene, linalool, humulene, terpinolene, and ocimene. On most panels, myrcene holds 30 to 60 percent of total terpene content, and the remaining rows fill in the supporting cast.
What terpenes are most often paired with myrcene?
These are the terpenes that show up most often on a myrcene-dominant certificate of analysis, ranked by typical frequency.
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery, clove-like sesquiterpene; the most frequent co-star in myrcene-heavy flower.
- Limonene: citrus note that brightens an otherwise earthy, herbal profile.
- Alpha-pinene: pine and rosemary aroma; common in Kush and Blue-family genetics.
- Linalool: floral, lavender-like terpene often present at lower percentages.
- Humulene: woody, hoppy note shared with hops and used in aroma profiling.
- Terpinolene: appears in smaller amounts and can pull a profile toward citrus and pine.
- Ocimene: sweet, green, slightly woody accent terpene.
How does a myrcene chart look for common strains?
Strain charts vary by grow, harvest, and lab, so treat the patterns below as typical rather than fixed.
- Blue Dream: myrcene first, then pinene and caryophyllene.
- Granddaddy Purple: myrcene first, then pinene and caryophyllene with a light floral edge.
- OG Kush: myrcene first, then limonene and caryophyllene.
- Northern Lights: myrcene first, then caryophyllene and pinene.
- Mango Kush: myrcene first with limonene and pinene close behind.
How do you read the numbers on a terpene chart?
Total terpene content is usually reported in milligrams per gram (mg/g) or as a percentage of flower weight. A flower testing at 2 percent total terpenes with 1 percent myrcene means myrcene is roughly half of the aromatic load. Compare charts only when the lab method and the reporting unit match, because mg/g and percent values are not interchangeable at a glance.
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Where does myrcene come from besides cannabis?
Myrcene is a monoterpene found in hops, lemongrass, bay leaf, thyme, and mango. It boils near 167 degrees Celsius (about 332 degrees Fahrenheit), which is lower than many cannabinoids, so it can be lost during high-heat processing. That volatility is why storage temperature and packaging affect the terpene chart you see on a label.
Does myrcene make cannabis sedating?
Myrcene is often called the couch-lock terpene, but the human evidence is thin. Sedative effects have been reported in animal models at high doses, and those results do not translate directly to inhaled cannabis. A sleepy outcome after myrcene-heavy flower is more likely a mix of THC dose, other terpenes, and individual tolerance.
Does eating mango boost myrcene effects?
Mango contains myrcene, but the amount is small and digestion is slow compared with inhalation. No controlled study supports the claim that mango intensifies a cannabis high. The story persists because it is memorable, not because it has been tested.
How can you confirm the terpenes in your product?
Ask for the batch certificate of analysis from an accredited lab and read the terpene panel line by line. Look for myrcene plus the secondary terpenes listed above, and check the test date against the package date. A chart older than the harvest you bought tells you little about what is in the jar.