Terpene
Limonene
Limonene gives strains their zesty, citrus-peel lift and is one of the most recognizable cannabis aromas. It is commonly reported alongside bright, uplifting, mood-forward experiences, and it is the same oil pressed from lemon and orange rinds.
Aroma
Bright citrus: lemon and orange peel
Also found in
Citrus rinds, Juniper, Peppermint
Boiling point
176°C (349°F)
Commonly reported
Uplifting Mood-lifting Energizing
Strains high in Limonene
79 strains feature Limonene, and the 12 most-saved are below.
Indica17-24% THC9 Pound Hammer
SleepyRelaxedHappy
Hybrid15-21% THCAK-47
RelaxedHappyUplifted
Sativa16-23% THCAlaskan Thunder Fuck
EuphoricEnergeticHappy
Hybrid20-28% THCAlien OG
EuphoricRelaxedHappy
Sativa18-25% THCAmnesia Haze
EuphoricHappyUplifted
Hybrid18-27% THCAnimal Cookies
RelaxedHappySleepy
Indica15-22% THCBubba Kush
RelaxedSleepyHappy
CBD3-7% THCCannatonic
RelaxedHappyUplifted
Hybrid22-30% THCCap Junky
EuphoricRelaxedHappy
Hybrid20-27% THCCheetah Piss
EnergeticTalkativeHappy
Hybrid18-26% THCChemdawg
EuphoricHappyCreative
Sativa16-22% THCChernobyl
HappyUpliftedGiggly
Other terpenes
Limonene: frequently asked questions
- What does Limonene smell like?
- Limonene smells bright citrus: lemon and orange peel. You'll recognize it from Citrus rinds, Juniper, Peppermint.
- What are the effects of Limonene?
- Cannabis high in Limonene is commonly described as uplifting, mood-lifting, energizing. 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 Limonene?
- Weedtip lists 79 strains that feature Limonene, including 9 Pound Hammer. See the full list above.