Explanation of the term:
Terpen
Terpenes are aromatic compounds present in many plants, including cannabis. These substances give cannabis its characteristic smell and taste. Over 100 different terpenes have been identified in cannabis, each with a unique profile. Each terpene has specific effects, for example myrcene has relaxing effects, while limonene can relieve stress and pinene can help with pain and anxiety. Terpenes are important to the therapeutic profile of cannabis.