Nerolidol — the terpene in detail
Nerolidol is one of the most discussed cannabis terpenes. It smells woody-floral, like fresh bark, is also found in jasmine, ginger and lemongrass and contributes to the entourage effect.
Nerolidol is a terpene with woody-floral, like fresh bark aroma and calming, sleep-promoting effect. Boiling point: 122 °C — do not vape too hot. Prominent in strains like Skywalker OG, Jack Herer, Sweet Skunk, Island Sweet Skunk.
What is Nerolidol?
Nerolidol belongs to the terpene family — volatile aromatic compounds found in countless plants and responsible for most of cannabis's aroma. Nerolidol content varies widely across strains, from trace levels to over 1 % of dry weight.
Outside cannabis, Nerolidol is also found in jasmine, ginger and lemongrass — which is why the aroma often feels familiar.
Effects & entourage
Terpenes alone don't cause a high. Combined with cannabinoids like THC or CBD they modulate the felt effect — the entourage effect. Nerolidol is linked to a calming, sleep-promoting effect.
Important: most data come from animal or in-vitro studies. Human clinical trials on single terpenes remain rare.
Which strains contain it?
Strains often high in Nerolidol include: Skywalker OG, Jack Herer, Sweet Skunk, Island Sweet Skunk. A current lab certificate for the batch is always the best proof — terpene profiles vary between harvests.
FAQ
What's the boiling point of Nerolidol?
122 °C. Don't vape too hot or the terpene evaporates before you taste it.
Is Nerolidol psychoactive?
No. Terpenes alone don't cause a high, but they modulate the effects of THC and CBD.
Where else is Nerolidol found?
For example in jasmine, ginger and lemongrass.
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