Lavender Scent Phenotypes

Lavender scent phenotypes refer to cannabis plants that express floral, herbaceous aromatic profiles reminiscent of the Lavandula genus. These phenotypes typically result from specific terpene combinations—particularly linalool, myrcene, and caryophyllene—that create sweet, herbal, or slightly spicy-floral notes. Lavender-scented expressions have been observed across multiple lineages and breeding programs, suggesting polyphyletic development rather than origin from a single ancestor. Documentation of lavender phenotypes spans both indica-leaning and sativa-leaning material, though they are commonly associated with certain European and Mediterranean-influenced breeding work. Understanding these aromatic profiles aids breeders in selecting and stabilizing parent plants for specific sensory outcomes.

Breeders working toward consistent floral profiles often isolate and combine plants showing linalool-dominant terpene expression. Lavender phenotypes serve as reliable markers in selection programs targeting aromatic diversity and are frequently backcrossed to establish stable, heritable scent traits in new cultivars.