Humulene
Aroma
Earthy, woody, hoppy
Also found in
Hops, sage, ginseng
Commonly associated with
Balanced, grounded experiences
Humulene gives hops their earthy, woody bitterness, which is why some strains smell a little like a craft IPA. It often appears alongside caryophyllene.
What it smells like
Earthy, woody, hoppy. You'll also find it in Hops, sage, ginseng.
Boiling point
About 222°F / 106°C. If you use a temperature-controlled vaporizer, terpenes vaporize at different points, which is one reason the same flower can taste different at different settings.
A note on terpenes and effects
Terpene research in cannabis is still young. Aromas are real; claims about specific effects are generalizations. The best guide is your own experience with a strain, starting low.