Growing Terpenes and their Benefits
Cannabis strains have a range of fragrance and flavors, from musky and earthy to floral and sweet to citrusy or spicy.
Terpenes are the naturally occurring compounds responsible for these unique aromas. While terpenes are found throughout the entire cannabis plant, they are primarily concentrated in the trichomes—fine, hairlike growths that cover the plant’s foliage and flowers.
In addition to their effect on the senses, terpenes offer therapeutic benefits, deter pests, attract pollinators and may even synergize with cannabinoids in producing psychoactive …