Caryophyllene Myrcene

Caryophyllene-Myrcene is a terpene pairing frequently observed in cannabis lineages descended from landrace and Indica-dominant cultivars. Caryophyllene (β-caryophyllene) is a sesquiterpene commonly associated with spice and pepper aromatics, while myrcene is a monoterpene often tagged as earthy, herbal, or fruity. Together, these two terpenes frequently define aromatic profiles in strains like OG Kush, Chemdawg, and their descendants. This combination is particularly relevant to breeders working to stabilize resinous, complex terpene expressions in modern cultivars. The ratio and relative abundance of these compounds can vary significantly across phenotypes within a single strain family.

Breeders often select for this pairing when targeting robust, polyphenic aroma stability and resin production. Lineage records frequently report that caryophyllene-myrcene dominance emerges consistently in Kush and Diesel breeding lines, making it a reliable marker for identifying specific chemotype expressions.