Myrcene terpene
The most common terpene in cannabis, Myrcene is responsible for that signature "couch-lock" effect. It enhances THC absorption for a more potent experience.
Evidence confidence
Myrcene chemistry data is stronger than effect prediction. Aroma, formula, and boiling-point references are compound-level signals; effect claims remain dose-, cultivar-, and person-dependent.
Scientific transparency
Terpene effects are research-informed and experience-reported associations, not guaranteed medical claims. Concentrations and outcomes vary by genetics, grow environment, harvest timing, curing, storage, device temperature, route, dose, tolerance, and lab method.
Evidence ladder
Formula, compound identity, boiling-point references, and botanical occurrence.
Aroma families, common cannabis appearances, and likely terpene synergies.
Mood, symptom, and mechanism language; dose and cannabinoid ratio can change outcomes.
Vape it right for Myrcene
Myrcene boils at 334°F (168°C). Set your device just above that to actually extract it — anything hotter and this terpene starts to break down.
Full terpene expression, light head high, best aroma fidelity.
Terpene + THC together — the sweet spot most sessions actually want.
Cannabinoids maxed, Myrcene mostly cooked off — pick this only for body effect.
Device dial vs. actual bowl temperature can differ by 15–30°F. Start low and step up.
Reported effects and mechanism
Enhances blood-brain barrier permeability, allowing faster THC uptake. Binds to GABA receptors for sedative effects. Treat these as association signals, not guaranteed therapeutic outcomes.
Common sources
Myrcene is also found in Mangoes, Lemongrass, Hops, Thyme. These botanical overlaps help explain why cannabis aroma can resemble herbs, fruits, flowers, spices, or woods.
Research notes
Studies show myrcene concentrations >0.5% produce sedative "indica" effects regardless of strain genetics.
Cautions
May cause drowsiness - avoid operating machinery
How DeePuff treats terpene claims
Strains listing Myrcene
View allSources and evidence
Compound identity, formula, volatility, and botanical occurrence are stronger claims than predicted human effects.
Terpene effect language should be treated as research-informed association, not guaranteed clinical outcome.
Boiling points are compound references; real vapor delivery depends on device, airflow, matrix, and degradation.
Whole-plant effects may involve cannabinoids, terpenes, dose, tolerance, route, and setting.
Concentrated terpenes and high-heat degradation products require caution; DeePuff avoids guaranteed medical claims.
Medical claims require caution; user-reported relief is not a substitute for clinician guidance.