Bisabolol — the cannabis terpene in depth

Bisabolol is a sesquiterpene with molecular formula C₁₅H₂₆O and a boiling point of 153 °C. In cannabis, typical levels are 0.02–0.5 % dry weight. Outside the plant it is found in chamomile, candeia tree, sage. Within the cannabis aroma landscape, Bisabolol is an important contributor, dominant in chemovars such as Harle-Tsu, ACDC, Pink Kush, Master Kush. It shapes overall character via the entourage effect.

floral, chamomile, sweet, creamy — Bisabolol is a sesquiterpene that defines its own chemovar signature.

Aroma

Profile: floral, chamomile, sweet, creamy. Perceivable from ~0.3 % dry weight. With limonene: citrus-fresh; with myrcene: earthy-spicy.

Occurrence

In cannabis, Bisabolol is produced in the trichomes of the flower. It is quantified by GC-MS and appears on modern COAs. Strains rich in Bisabolol include Harle-Tsu, ACDC, Pink Kush, Master Kush. It usually co-occurs with myrcene and caryophyllene — the exact ratios determine the sensorial nuance.

Effect

Established in cosmetics as skin-soothing; preclinical anti-inflammatory and analgesic. Evidence: Kamatou & Viljoen 2010. Legal note: in Switzerland, cannabis with ≥ 1 % THC is a narcotic. CBD flowers below 1 % THC are legal; medical cannabis requires authorisation. Effect descriptions are not therapeutic claims.