Sesquiterpenes
Sesquiterpenes are a class of volatile organic compounds found across cannabis varieties, composed of three isoprene units (C15H24). Common sesquiterpenes in cannabis include caryophyllene, humulene, and β-myrcene, which contribute to the plant's aromatic profile and are studied for their biochemical interactions with cannabinoids. These compounds are typically produced in trichomes alongside cannabinoids and monoterpenes, and their relative abundance varies significantly across cultivars and growing conditions. Sesquiterpenes are often tagged as key components in cannabis chemotype classification, influencing the sensory characteristics that breeders select for during line development.
Sesquiterpenes strains
No strains tagged into Sesquiterpenes yet — they'll appear here as breeders submit lineage records under this family.
Sesquiterpenes are a class of volatile organic compounds found across cannabis varieties, composed of three isoprene units (C15H24). Common sesquiterpenes in cannabis include caryophyllene, humulene, and β-myrcene, which contribute to the plant's aromatic profile and are studied for their biochemical interactions with cannabinoids. These compounds are typically produced in trichomes alongside cannabinoids and monoterpenes, and their relative abundance varies significantly across cultivars and growing conditions. Sesquiterpenes are often tagged as key components in cannabis chemotype classification, influencing the sensory characteristics that breeders select for during line development.
Breeders working in sesquiterpene-forward genetics monitor these compounds as part of chemotype selection and phenotype stabilization. Sesquiterpene ratios are used to identify and preserve distinct aromatic families within established lineages, supporting reproducibility across generations.
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