~ Terpene: ~ Alpha-Pinene ~

Alpha pinene is another important terpene. As you may have guessed from its name, it aids in the pine aroma and flavor of cannabis strains. It is found in pine trees most commonly. The best synergistic effect in cannabis occurs when both CBD, THC and CBN are present.
Natural sources of alpha pinene include:
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  • Pine trees
  • Rosemary
  • Conifer trees/shrubs/plants
  • Pine needles
  • Sagebrush
  • Eucalyptus
  • Tea tree oil
  • Juniper berries
Eucalyptus
Now, you shouldn’t go out and eat a pine tree, you’d likely become ill. Alpha pinene extracts and essential oils are available.


Potential healing properties of alpha pinene:

  • Bronchodilator (opens airways/bronchial tubes)
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Antibiotic properties (especially in regards to MRSA)
  • Increased alertness
  • Reduces skin oil production
  • Improves entourage effect
  • May reduce some effects of THC
  • Analgesic
  • Antioxidant
  • Antibacterial
  • Anti-proliferative
  • Anti-microbial
FECO oil containing alpha pinene may be beneficial for those wanting to heal minor cuts/scrapes without a pharmaceutical/chemical-based option. FECO oil is Full Extract Cannabis Oil.
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Potentially assists these health conditions:
  • Arthritis
  • MRSA
  • Cancer
  • Short term memory loss
  • Paranoia
  • Bronchitis/asthma/emphysema
Experts tout alpha-pinene for its strong cancer fighting properties.
Strains with higher concentrations of alpha pinene include:
  • Strawberry Cough (author’s choice in this category)
  • Romulan
  • Blue Dream
  • OG Kush
  • Island Sweet Skunk
  • Jack Herer
  • Trainwreck
  • Super Silver Haze
  • Bubba Kush
  • Chemdawg
  • Dutch Treat
Several of these strains are popular in the cannabis community with several being available regularly in multiple markets.

Alpha pinene works best synergistically with limonene, myrcene, beta-caryophyllene and linalool.