Terpene Profile
Linalool
Linalool
A floral monoterpene alcohol best known as the dominant aromatic compound in lavender.
- Aroma
- floral, lavender, sweet, spicy, citrus
- Boiling Point
- 198°C / 388°F
- Also Found In
- lavender, coriander, birch bark, bergamot, mint
- Reported Notes
- commonly reported as calming
Linalool is a monoterpene alcohol and the compound most responsible for the scent of lavender; a field of it in bloom is almost pure linalool on the breeze. In cannabis it usually appears in smaller quantities than terpenes like myrcene, but even modest amounts contribute a recognizable floral, faintly spicy character with sweet and citrus edges.
As an alcohol-bearing monoterpene, linalool is found throughout the plant world in coriander, birch, bergamot, and mint, and it has long been used in perfumery and aromatherapy. Its commonly cited cannabis boiling point of about 198°C reflects the value used on vaporization charts, and it sits toward the higher end of monoterpene volatility, meaning it tends to come through later as material heats.
Linalool is widely associated with relaxation and is often highlighted in cultivars marketed for evening or wind-down use. It has been studied in isolation for a range of properties, but those investigations involve concentrations and delivery methods far removed from inhaling trace amounts in flower, so they should not be read as promises about how the terpene behaves in a joint or vape.
Because terpene effects are individual and unproven at consumer doses, no generic chart can tell you whether linalool relaxes you specifically. The dependable path is to log your own linalool-forward sessions in TerpTracer and let your personal data, not a label, describe the effect.
What users report
Effects vary from person to person, and the following are anecdotal impressions reported by consumers — not medical claims or guaranteed outcomes:
- commonly reported as calming
- anecdotally associated with relaxation
- users often describe a soothing, mellow feeling
- sometimes reported as helping wind down before sleep
- associated by some with reduced restlessness
Strains high in linalool
These cultivars are commonly reported as linalool-forward. Actual content varies by grower, batch, and harvest — the only way to confirm a specific product is to read its COA:
- Lavender
- Do-Si-Dos
- Granddaddy Purple
- Master Kush
- Zkittlez
- LA Confidential
Track your own linalool response
A chart can tell you what Linalool typically smells like. It cannot tell you how it makes you feel — that is individual, and the only way to know is to measure it. Scan a product’s COA with terptracer.com, log how the session actually went, and watch which terpene profiles track with the sessions you liked. Over time your own log becomes far more useful than any generic effects table.
Frequently asked questions
What does linalool do?
Linalool is commonly reported as calming and is anecdotally associated with relaxation and winding down. These are user reports and traditional aromatherapy associations, not proven medical effects. Individual responses vary, so logging your own sessions is the most reliable way to know how it affects you.
Is linalool the same compound as in lavender?
Yes. Linalool is the primary aromatic compound in lavender, which is why linalool-rich cannabis often carries a floral, lavender-like scent. The same molecule appears in coriander, bergamot, and mint, all of which share that soft floral character.
Which strains are high in linalool?
Cultivars frequently reported as linalool-rich include Lavender, Do-Si-Dos, Granddaddy Purple, and Master Kush. Actual content varies batch to batch, so a COA or lab result is the only way to confirm a specific harvest. Strain names are a starting point, not a guarantee.
What is the boiling point of linalool?
Linalool is commonly cited at about 198°C (388°F) on cannabis vaporization charts. It sits toward the higher end of monoterpene volatility, so its floral note often emerges as the material reaches warmer temperatures rather than at the first hit.