Nerolidol
Category: Scientific · Level: Expert
Nerolidol is a secondary cannabis terpene with woody and floral aromas, studied for potential sedative, antimicrobial, and antiparasitic properties.
Nerolidol (also known as peruviol or penetrol) is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene alcohol found in a variety of plants including cannabis, ginger, jasmine, and lemongrass. In cannabis, it produces woody, bark-like, and subtly floral aromas. Nerolidol is studied for its potential skin-penetrating properties (relevant for transdermal drug delivery), sedative effects, antimicrobial activity against bacteria and fungi, and antiparasitic properties in preclinical models. It is a secondary terpene found in smaller quantities in cannabis and is part of comprehensive terpene panels used in quality analysis.
Also known as
Peruviol, Sesquiterpene
Usage
- Scientific
- Medical
Related terms
- Linalool — Linalool is a floral cannabis terpene also abundant in lavender, studied for sedative, anxiolytic, and anti-inflammatory properties.
- Terpenoid — Terpenoids are modified terpenes that contain additional functional groups, often used interchangeably with 'terpenes' in cannabis discussions.
- Terpene — Terpenes are aromatic organic compounds produced by cannabis and many other plants, responsible for distinct flavors and scents, and potentially contributing to therapeutic effects.
- Terpene Profile — A terpene profile is the specific combination and concentration of terpenes present in a cannabis cultivar, used to characterize its aroma, flavor, and potential effects.
- Myrcene — Myrcene is the most abundant terpene in commercial cannabis cultivars, producing earthy and musky aromas, and studied for sedative and anti-inflammatory properties.