Cannabis-Derived Vs. Botanically-Derived Vs. Hemp-Derived Terpenes

One of the hottest topics in the weed world is terpenes. They’re fragrant, give each strain its own identity, and even have some therapeutic potential.

But, let’s face it, they’re also quite confusing. Even their names aren’t easy to read. It took me about a year to pronounce beta-caryophyllene correctly.

Even more confusing are the various types of terpenes in different products. There are cannabis-derived, botanically-derived, and hemp-derived terpenes. Wondering what sets them apart? Let’s break it down.

Take a good whiff of your favorite flower. What you’re smelling are terpenes, aromatic compounds found in many plants, including cannabis, that give them unique scents and flavor profiles.

But what’s especially interesting is how terpenes enhance the overall weed high. They contribute to a phenomenon known as the entourage effect, elevating the plant’s overall impact by interacting with cannabinoids like THC and CBD.

As mentioned above, terpenes can be extracted from various plants, and cannabis is indeed one of them. Often touted as one of the stinkiest plants out there, cannabis has an abundance of various terpenes from strain to strain.

When found separately in products, they’re extracted directly from cannabis and offer an easy way to experience the original plant’s flavor profile. Cannabis-derived terpenes are as true-to-weed as it gets, offering unmatched purity and potency.

If you consider yourself a connoisseur, you’ll love Abstrax’s Jack Herer Strain Terpenes. This blend is part of the brand’s Signature Series, containing cannasulfur compounds (CSCs) that perfectly mimic the natural plant’s identity.

This particular terpene profile was made in collaboration with the strain’s cultivators to ensure the blend meets your high standards. Its Sativa genetics offer inspiration and energy with terpenes like terpinolene, beta-myrcene, and trans-beta-ocimene.

Botanically-derived terpenes, on the other hand, come from plants that aren’t cannabis or hemp. Lavender is a good example, not to mention pine trees, lemons, and many fragrant herbs.

What’s interesting is that even though botanically-derived terpenes don’t come from cannabis, their chemical structure can still be identical to those found in cannabis. The only difference is their source, which lightens the legal load on manufacturers not permitted to use cannabis-derived terpenes.

For consumers who adore the unique flavors of cannabis, we’d recommend the Maui Wowie Strain Terpenes from Abstrax, part of their Premium Strain Profiles.

This brand has an in-house team of flavor chemists who craft each profile based on their own plant analytics, and they do it perfectly. Their Sativa-dominant Maui Wowie features dominant terpenes alpha-pinene, beta-caryophyllene, and beta-pinene.

It’s oozing in tropical and woody flavors but without the gassy and skunky cannasulfur compounds (CSCs), making it perfect for those who desire sweetness over skunk.

And finally, we have hemp-derived terpenes, which are terpenes extracted from the hemp plant. For those new to this plant, hemp is a variety of cannabis with low THC levels (less than 0.3% by dry weight), making it federally legal per the 2018 Farm Bill.

These terpenes can provide a similar profile to those found in high-THC cannabis strains and also add to the entourage effect. But with the added benefit that they’re federally legal.

Brought to you by Abstrax, their Entourage Series is as good as it gets. Impressively, this series lets consumers experience the entourage effect without limiting them to traditional cannabis flavors.

Take Blue Milk, for example. This blend offers a delicious burst of tropical dragon fruit, pineapple, citrus, watermelon, and coconut cream. It’s not every day you find that in a strain.

But with Abstrax, you can experience terpenes like d-Limonene, beta-Myrcene, and beta-Caryophyllene alongside delicious flavors you wouldn’t typically find growing in the greenhouse. Consider it a one-way ticket to an elevated sensory experience.

For more products and information about Abstrax, visit their website at abstraxtech.com.