Phellandrene — the terpene in detail
Phellandrene is one of the most discussed cannabis terpenes. It smells minty-peppery, hint of eucalyptus, is also found in eucalyptus, dill and mint and contributes to the entourage effect.
Phellandrene is a terpene with minty-peppery, hint of eucalyptus aroma and decongestant, digestive effect. Boiling point: 172 °C — do not vape too hot. Prominent in strains like Trainwreck, Ace of Spades, Jack Herer.
What is Phellandrene?
Phellandrene belongs to the terpene family — volatile aromatic compounds found in countless plants and responsible for most of cannabis's aroma. Phellandrene content varies widely across strains, from trace levels to over 1 % of dry weight.
Outside cannabis, Phellandrene is also found in eucalyptus, dill and mint — 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. Phellandrene is linked to a decongestant, digestive 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 Phellandrene include: Trainwreck, Ace of Spades, Jack Herer. A current lab certificate for the batch is always the best proof — terpene profiles vary between harvests.
FAQ
What's the boiling point of Phellandrene?
172 °C. Don't vape too hot or the terpene evaporates before you taste it.
Is Phellandrene psychoactive?
No. Terpenes alone don't cause a high, but they modulate the effects of THC and CBD.
Where else is Phellandrene found?
For example in eucalyptus, dill and mint.
Phellandrene: effects, aroma & in which cannabis strains? (2026)