Linalool
Floral lavender with a hint of spice and citrus
At a glanceLinalool (a cannabis terpene) smells of floral lavender with a hint of spice and citrus. Linalool is the signature scent of lavender — and of the cannabis strains that smell floral, perfumed, or like lavender fields. It is widely used in aromatherapy, which is where most of its calming reputation comes from. Also found in lavender, coriander, basil, rosewood.
What is Linalool?
Linalool is the signature scent of lavender — and of the cannabis strains that smell floral, perfumed, or like lavender fields. It is widely used in aromatherapy, which is where most of its calming reputation comes from.
| Aroma | Floral lavender with a hint of spice and citrus |
|---|---|
| Also found in | Lavender, coriander, basil, rosewood |
Effects context
Aromatherapy research associates linalool-rich lavender with relaxation, and strain guides extend that to floral cannabis varieties. Direct evidence from cannabis is limited; the lavender association is the honest version of the story.
Strains with linalool-like flavor notes
Frequently asked questions
- What does linalool smell like?
- Linalool smells like lavender — floral, slightly spicy, with a clean finish.
- Which strains are high in linalool?
- Floral, lavender, or perfumed strains are typically linalool-dominant.