The Flavor Of Cannibis

[AKNorthernlights]

I was just wondering how certain flavors got bred into cannabis plants.

There is blue berry and orange and other flavors and wondering where a breeder found a plant that taste like oranges or blue berries just seams unlikely to find one in a landrace or is there another way?

 

[wakkytbakky]

I don't know a whole lot about this but... certain plants definitely tasted & smelled just like grapes from the jump back in the day... & those plants were also deep purple color too... pretty...




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[evol]

its all about the terpenes and terpeniods in the plant.. there are many combinations and variations that can make many different smells.

http://www.hightimes.com/read/talking-terpenes

 

[Dr Fluff]

 

[AKNorthernlights]

Thanks guys very interesting !

 

[Johney]

Good info, thanks

 

[Need4Weed]

ok I know I'm not as young as I use to be, but I cannot read this at all and when I zoomed it up to 400 it didn't change. Can it be put on a thumb or somehow made bigger ... Many thanks!!!

 

[Dr Fluff]

ok I know I'm not as young as I use to be, but I cannot read this at all and when I zoomed it up to 400 it didn't change. Can it be put on a thumb or somehow made bigger ... Many thanks!!!

Hey need4weed

Here are some easier to read bits of info on terpenes,there are lots of cannabis Flavor,CBD & other Wheels here - http://likewheels.net/marijuana-chart/


α-PINENE – (Pine Needles) – Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Bronchodilator

β-CARYOPHYLLENE – (Black Pepper, Cloves) – Anti-bacterial, Anti-cancer, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-septic

BORNEOL – (Camphor) – Analgesic, Anti-insomnia, Anti-septic, Bronchodilator

CARYOPHYLLENE OXIDE – (Eucalyptus) – Anti-fungal, Anti-ischemic

CINEOL – (Tea Tree) – Anti-bacterial, Anti-depressant, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-ischemic, Bronchodilator

CITRONELLOL – (Roses) – Anti-cancer, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-insomnia, Anti-spasmodic

HUMULENE – (Hops) – Anorectic, Anti-cancer, Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory

LIMONENE – (Citrus) – Anti-anxiety, Anti-bacterial, Anti-cancer, Anti-depressant, Anti-fungal, Bronchodilator

LINALOOL – (Lavender) – Anti-anxiety, Anti-bacterial, Anti-convulsive, Anti-depressant, Anti-insomnia

MYRCENE – (Lemongrass, Mango) – Analgesic, Anti-cancer, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-insomnia, Anti-spasmodic

NEROLIDOL - (Wood, Citrus Rind) – Anti-fungal, Anti-insomnia

PHYTOL – (Green Tea) – Anti-insomnia

TERPINOLENE – (Lilac, Apples) – Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-insomnia, Anti-septic


Alpha-Pinene, Beta-Pinene

Aroma: Pine
Effects: Alertness, memory retention, counteracts some THC effects
Medical Value: Asthma, antiseptic
Also Found In: Pine needles, rosemary, basil, parsley, dill
*High Pinene Strains: Jack Herer, Chemdawg, Bubba Kush, Trainwreck,Super Silver Haze
Myrcene

Aroma: Musky, cloves, earthy, herbal with notes of citrus and tropicalfruit
Effects: Sedating “couchlock” effect, relaxing
Medical Value: Antioxidant, anti-carcinogenic; good for muscle tension,sleeplessness, pain, inflammation, depression
Also Found In: Mango, lemongrass, thyme, hops
*High Myrcene Strains: Pure Kush, El Nino, Himalayan Gold, Skunk #1,White Widow
Limonene

Aroma: Citrus
Effects: Elevated mood, stress relief
Medical Value: Antifungal, anti-bacterial, anti-carcinogenic, dissolves gallstones, mood-enhancer; may treat gastrointestinal complications, heartburn, depression
Also Found In: Fruit rinds, rosemary, juniper, peppermint
*High Limonene Strains: OG Kush, Super Lemon Haze, Jack the Ripper,Lemon Skunk
Caryophyllene

Aroma: Pepper, spicy, woody, cloves
Effects: No detectable physical effects
Medical Value: Gastroprotective, anti-inflammatory; good for arthritis,ulcers, autoimmune disorders, and other gastrointestinal complications
Also Found In: Black pepper, cloves, cotton
*High Caryophyllene Strains: Hash Plant
Linalool

Aroma: Floral, citrus, candy
Effects: Anxiety relief and sedation
Medical Value: Anti-anxiety, anti-convulsant, anti-depressant, anti-acne
Also Found In: Lavender
*High Linalool Strains: G-13, Amnesia Haze, Lavender, LA Confidential
*Note: Not every batch of any given strain will have high levels of these terpenes as they are subjected to variable growing conditions. The only way to be sure is through a lab’s terpene analysis.http://www.leafly.com/knowledge-center/cannabis-101/terpenes-the-flavors-of-cannabis-aromatherapy



Linalool

Formula: C10H18O

Molecular Mass: 154.1358 g/mol

Boiling Point: 198 °C (388 °F)

Vapor Pressure: 0.17 mmHg ( 25 °C)

Linalool is simple terpene alcohol, probably best known for the pleasant floral odor it gives to lavender plants. It is also

known as β-linalool, licareol and linalyl alcohol. Linalool has been isolated in several hundred different plants including

lavenders, citrus, laurels, birch, coriander and rosewood. Linalool has been used for several thousands of years as a sleep

aid. Linalool is a critical precursor in the formation of Vitamin E. It has been used in the treatment of both psychosis and

anxiety, and as an anti-epileptic agent. It also grants relief from pain and has been used as an analgesic. Its vapors have

been shown to be an effective insecticide against fruit flies, fleas and cockroaches.



ß-Caryophyllene

Formula: C15H24

Molecular Mass: 204.1878 g/mol

Boiling Point: 160 °C (320 °F)

Vapor Pressure: 0.01 mmHg ( 25 °C)

Beta-caryophyllene is a sesquiterpene found in many plants including Thai basils, cloves and black pepper, and has a rich

spicy odor. Research has shown that β–Caryophyllene has affinity for the CB2 endocannabinoid receptor. β–

Caryophyllene is known to be anti-septic, anti-bacterial, antifungal, anti-tumor and anti-inflammatory.


ß-Myrcene

Formula: C10H16

Molecular Mass: 136.1252 g/mol

Boiling Point: 168 °C (334 °F)

Vapor Pressure: 7.00 mmHg ( 20 °C)

β-Myrcene is a monoterpene, and for a wide variety of reasons, one of the most important terpenes. It is a precursor in the

formation of other terpenes, as well. β-Myrcene is found fresh mango fruit, hops, bay leaves, eucalyptus, lemongrass and

many other plants. β-Myrcene is known to be anti-tumor, anti-inflammatory, and used in the treatment of spasms. It is also

used to treat insomnia, and pain. It also has some very special properties, including lowering the resistance across the

blood to brain barrier, allowing itself and many other chemicals to cross the barrier easier and more quickly. In the case of

cannabinoids, like THC, it allows it to take effect more quickly. More uniquely still, β-Myrcene has been shown to

increase the maximum saturation level of the CB1 receptor, allowing for a greater maximum psychoactive effect. For most

people, the consumption of a fresh mango, 45 minutes before inhaling cannabis, will result in a faster onset of psycho

activity and greater intensity. β-Myrcene can be used in this same manner to improve uptake with a wide variety of

chemical compounds.

Less well known is that fact that high β-Myrcene levels in cannabis (usually above 0.5%) result in the well known ‘couch

lock’ effect of classic Indica strains of cannabis; Sativa strains normally contain less than 0.5% β-Myrcene.


Limonene

Formula: C10H16

Molecular Mass: 136.1252 g/mol

Boiling Point: 176 °C (349 °F)

Vapor Pressure: 1.50 mmHg ( 25 °C)

D-limonene is a cyclic terpene of major importance with a strong citrus odor and bitter taste. D-limonene was primarily

used in medicine, food and perfume until a couple of decades ago, when it became better known as the main active

ingredient in citrus cleaner. It has very low toxicity, and humans are rarely ever allergic to it. Medicinally, Limonene is

best known for treating gastric reflux and as an anti-fungal agent. It’s ability to permeate proteins makes it ideal for

treating toenail fungus. Limonene is also useful in treating depression and anxiety. Limonene also assists in the absorption

of other terpenoids and chemicals through the skin, mucous membranes and digestive tract. It’s also been shown to be

effective anti-tumor while at the same time being an immunostimulant. Limonene is one of two major compounds formed

from α-Pinene.



Humulene

Formula: C15H24

Molecular Mass: 204.1878 g/mol

Boiling Point: 198 °C (388 °F)

Vapor Pressure: 0.01 mmHg ( 25 °C)

Humulene is a sesquiterpene also known as α-humulene and α–caryophyllene; an isomer of β–caryophyllene. Humulene is

found in hops, cannabis sativa strains, and Vietnamese coriander, among others. Humulene gives beer its ‘hoppy’ aroma. It

is anti-tumor, anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, and anorectic (suppresses appetite). It has commonly been blended with β–

caryophyllene and used as a major remedy for inflammation, and is well known to Chinese medicine.


α-Pinene


Formula: C10H16

Molecular Mass: 136.1252 g/mol

Boiling Point: 155 °C (311 °F)

Vapor Pressure: Not Available

α-Pinene is one of the principle monoterpenes, and is important physiologically in both plants and animals, and to our

environment. α-Pinene tends to react with other chemicals, forming a variety of other terpenes (like D-Limonene) and

other compounds. α-Pinene has been used for centuries as a bronchodilator in the treatment of asthma; ever notice how

your lungs seem to open up when hiking through a pine forest in the warm summer? α-Pinene is also anti-inflammatory.

It’s found in conifer trees, orange peels among others, and known for it’s sharp sweet odor. α-Pinene is a major constituent

in turpentine.

 

[Johnny AwesomeSeeds]

chemotype is to this as phenotype is to" why purple??"

 

[MisterHarpy]

Wow thanks, I've always been looking for a graph like that, now I know exactly how to describe smells, I.e earthy-(which I never knew exactly what smells it was supposed to smell like)