Sesquiterpene Structure
Sesquiterpenes are a class of terpenes built from three isoprene units (C15H24), forming larger, heavier molecules than monoterpenes. In cannabis, sesquiterpenes contribute to complex aroma profiles and are often associated with earthy, woody, spicy, and herbal character notes. Common sesquiterpenes in cannabis include β-caryophyllene, α-humulene, and β-myrcene. These compounds are produced in trichomes alongside cannabinoids and other terpenes, with their expression influenced by genetics, cultivation conditions, and harvest timing. Sesquiterpene profiles vary widely across strain families and are a key focus in modern breeding programs studying aroma and terpene stability.
Sesquiterpene Structure strains
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Sesquiterpenes are a class of terpenes built from three isoprene units (C15H24), forming larger, heavier molecules than monoterpenes. In cannabis, sesquiterpenes contribute to complex aroma profiles and are often associated with earthy, woody, spicy, and herbal character notes. Common sesquiterpenes in cannabis include β-caryophyllene, α-humulene, and β-myrcene. These compounds are produced in trichomes alongside cannabinoids and other terpenes, with their expression influenced by genetics, cultivation conditions, and harvest timing. Sesquiterpene profiles vary widely across strain families and are a key focus in modern breeding programs studying aroma and terpene stability.
Breeders working in terpene profiling often select for specific sesquiterpene ratios to stabilize aroma characteristics across generations. Sesquiterpene expression is used as a phenotypic marker to identify and preserve distinct chemotypes within breeding lines.
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