Myrcene is a monoterpene, the smallest of the terpenes. One reason why myrcene could be so commonly found in cannabis is that it has been shown to change the permeability of cell membranes to allow more absorption of cannabinoids by the brain.

Benefits

  • Analgesic – Relieves pain.
  • Antibacterial – Slows bacterial growth.
  • Anti-Diabetic – Helps mitigate the effects of diabetes.
  • Anti-inflammatory – Reduces inflammation systemically.
  • Anti-Insomnia – Aids with sleep.
  • Anti-Proliferative/Anti-Mutagenic – Inhibits cell mutation, including cancer cells.
  • Antipsychotic – Tranquilizing effects relieve symptoms of psychosis.
  • Antispasmodic –  Suppresses muscle spasms.

Strains

  • Blueberry Kush
  • Blue Dream
  • Trainwreck
  • Bubba Kush
  • Granddaddy Purple
  • Pure Kush
  • White Widow
  • Shunk #1