Citral Terpene Chemistry
Citral is a C10 monoterpene consisting of two geometric isomers: geranial and neral, often present in roughly equal proportions in cannabis flower. This acyclic compound frequently appears in strains carrying Lemonhaze, Citral, or Thai genetic heritage, where breeders have selected for its prominence across multiple generations. Citral biosynthesis is influenced by both genetic factors and growing conditions, making it a complex trait in breeding programs. The compound is commonly associated with bright, lemony aromatics, though its concentration and expression vary significantly across cultivar backgrounds.
Citral Terpene Chemistry strains
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Citral is a C10 monoterpene consisting of two geometric isomers: geranial and neral, often present in roughly equal proportions in cannabis flower. This acyclic compound frequently appears in strains carrying Lemonhaze, Citral, or Thai genetic heritage, where breeders have selected for its prominence across multiple generations. Citral biosynthesis is influenced by both genetic factors and growing conditions, making it a complex trait in breeding programs. The compound is commonly associated with bright, lemony aromatics, though its concentration and expression vary significantly across cultivar backgrounds.
Breeders working with citral-forward lineages often cross strains known to accumulate this terpene in pursuit of consistent aroma profiles and terpene expression. Understanding citral ratios (geranial/neral balance) helps inform parent selection and phenotype hunting in citrus-flavored cultivar development.
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