A class of terpenes, which are chemically related to monoterpenes but have undergone oxidation or other slight chemical modifications. Like monoterpenes, they are aromatic compounds found in cannabis and other plants, contributing to the plant’s scent, flavor, and therapeutic properties. Monoterpenoids are key players in the entourage effect of cannabis, interacting with cannabinoids and other compounds to enhance the plant’s overall effects.
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In the Wild — Example
Linalool is a monoterpenoid that gives certain cannabis varieties their distinctly floral and lavender-like aroma.
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