Low Myrcene

Low myrcene strains are cannabis varieties where myrcene—a sesquiterpene commonly found in cannabis, hops, and mangoes—comprises a smaller percentage of the total terpene profile. While myrcene is often the dominant terpene in many cannabis strains, low-myrcene genetics represent a distinct breeding direction that can shift the aromatic character toward other prominent terpenes like limonene, pinene, or caryophyllene. Lineage records frequently report that low-myrcene phenotypes emerge through selective breeding and can occur naturally across various chemotypes. These varieties are valued in breeding programs for producing distinct flavor and aroma signatures that differ from myrcene-forward cultivars.

Breeders working in the low-myrcene category often pursue these genetics to develop strains with specific terpene ratios and aromatic profiles. Selection for low-myrcene expression requires multiple generations of phenotype screening and chemical analysis to stabilize the trait reliably.