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A sweet citrusy terpene named after Valencia oranges, contributing to fresh aroma profiles in certain cannabis strains.
Valencene is a sesquiterpene named after Valencia oranges, where it was first identified. It produces a sweet, citrusy aroma reminiscent of fresh oranges and grapefruit. Valencene is less common in cannabis than limonene but contributes a distinctive sweetness to strains where it appears.
Research on valencene is more limited than on major terpenes, but initial studies suggest anti-inflammatory and insect-repellent properties. A study in Inflammation Research found that valencene reduced allergic airway inflammation in animal models. Valencene is also a biosynthetic precursor to nootkatone, the compound responsible for grapefruit's distinctive bitter taste, which has been studied for its anti-inflammatory and metabolic benefits.
Cannabis strains with valencene presence include Tangie, Agent Orange, ACDC, and Clementine. When you smell distinctly sweet orange notes in cannabis that differ from the sharper lemon scent of limonene, valencene is often responsible. This terpene contributes to the overall citrus complexity of a strain and is prized by consumers who enjoy fruity, tropical cannabis aromatics.
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