๐ The Power of Myrcene ๐
ย WHAT IS MYRCENE?ย Myrcene is a terpenoid, a type of compound certain plants will make to help defend themselves and reproduce successfully. Terpenoids can be found in the essential oil of plants along with other organic chemicals such as alkaloids. In Cannabis, these oils are produced in the resinous glands known as trichomes. ย Terpenoids, in combination with other alkaloids and phytocannabinoids, are responsible for the aroma, taste, and colorful appearance of plants. It is these compounds that provide the medicinal and healing effects that make plants like Cannabis so revered by herbal medicine. Myrcene is found in several plants including: Mangos (Mangifera indica), Hops (Humulus lupus), Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus), Bay Leaves (Laurus nobilis), Thyme (Thymus vulgaris), Verbena (Verbena officinalus),...