Linalool
Lavendar, Basil, Mint
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About
Calming. Linalool is the major cannabis terpene most associated with rest and relaxation, particularly against stress. This can be contrasted with limonene which accutely uplifts mood and myrcene which targets physical pain most accutely.
Linalool is most-heavily associated with lavendar notes, but is present in cannabis and a myriad of other household herbs.
Potential Uses & Benefits
- anti-anxiety
- anti-stress
- relaxation
- restful sleep
Flavor Profile
- lavendar
- sweet
- floral
- minty
Lavendar is the most frequently-cited plant-source and description for linalool; it’s also frequently encountered in bright-tasting household herbs.