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Caryophyllene: The black pepper Terpene
Caryophyllene is one of the terpenes that decides how a strain actually smells, tastes and lands. Here is what it does — and which Greens Karing Kind products carry it.
Caryophyllene at a glance
| Aroma | black pepper, warm spice and wood |
|---|---|
| Commonly described as | the only terpene that binds CB2 receptors; often described as body-calming |
| Also found in | everyday herbs, fruit peel and spices |
| Pairs well with | Myrcene and Limonene |
Terpenes are the reason two strains testing at identical THC can feel completely different. If you have ever preferred a 20% flower over a 28% one, a terpene profile like Caryophyllene is usually why.
Strains and products with a Caryophyllene-forward profile
Honeymoon Diesel
hybrid · 22% THC · $35.81
View strain →Chemdawg
hybrid · 25% THC · $43.39
View strain →Gorilla Glue #4
hybrid · 27% THC · $48.30
View strain →Pre-Roll 7-Pack - Honeymoon Diesel
hybrid · 22% THC · $25.00
View strain →Foot Balm 200mg
hybrid · 200mg THC · $32.00
View strain →Live Rosin 1g - Honeymoon Diesel
hybrid · 78% THC · $55.00
View strain →Shatter 1g - Chemdawg
hybrid · 86% THC · $59.20
View strain →Sour Diesel
sativa · 24% THC · $45.50
View strain →Classic Pre-Rolls - Sour Diesel
sativa · 24% THC · $20.00
View strain →Gelato #41
hybrid · 25% THC · $35.00
View strain →Caryophyllene FAQ
What does Caryophyllene smell like?
Caryophyllene carries notes of black pepper, warm spice and wood. It is one of the terpenes that gives cannabis its character long before THC does anything.
What does the Caryophyllene terpene do?
Caryophyllene is generally described as the only terpene that binds CB2 receptors; often described as body-calming. Terpenes work alongside cannabinoids rather than on their own, so the same terpene can read differently in two strains.
Which strains are high in Caryophyllene?
On our menu, Honeymoon Diesel, Chemdawg, Gorilla Glue #4 are the closest matches by aroma profile. Every batch ships with lab testing — see our COA page.
Is Caryophyllene only found in cannabis?
No. Caryophyllene appears across the plant world, which is why the aroma feels familiar. Cannabis simply concentrates it alongside dozens of other terpenes.