Eugenol Compound

Eugenol is a phenolic compound commonly found in cannabis alongside primary terpenes like myrcene and caryophyllene. This aromatic molecule is frequently associated with clove, spice, and woody notes in cannabis chemotypes, though it typically appears in minor concentrations. Eugenol has been documented in various plant families beyond cannabis, including clove, nutmeg, and basil. In cannabis breeding records, strains with elevated eugenol often exhibit the spicy or clove-forward aroma profiles breeders select for. The compound's presence is influenced by genetics, cultivation conditions, and harvest timing, making it a secondary marker for phenotype classification rather than a primary terpene driver.

Breeders working with aromatic profiles often monitor eugenol levels when targeting spicy or herbal chemotypes. Strains combining eugenol with caryophyllene frequently develop the peppery-clove character sought in particular lineage work.