Monoterpene
Ocimene
Ocimene is a sweet, herbal, slightly floral terpene found in cannabis and many aromatic plants. It is structurally similar to myrcene but with a notably different aromatic profile. Ocimene has documented antifungal and antiviral activity in research literature.
Aroma
Sweet, herbal, woody, slightly floral
Boiling point
100°C / 212°F
Associated effects
uplifting, decongestant
Also found in
mint, parsley, basil, orchids
Ocimene is one of the more delicate cannabis terpenes — present at lower concentrations than myrcene or limonene but contributing meaningful aromatic complexity to certain cultivars. The aromatic profile is sweet and herbal with subtle woody notes, distinct from the more linear citrus or pine signatures.
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