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Pen vaporizers (or “vape pens”) are essentially small, hand-held vaporizers shaped like a pen or e-cig. They are typically discrete, easy to use, and much cheaper than more robust portable vaporizers or stationary vaporizers — and for good reason. Vape pens almost always utilize conduction heating (as opposed to the preferred convection heating method), making it important that you understand how to operate it to ensure your product does not get overheated or even burned. There are a large number of vape pens on the market currently. Examples: Cloud V, Loud Vapes, MicroVape – View more …

Vaporizing, as it applies to medical marijuana, is the process of heating dried cannabis to a temperature just below its combustion point of 392°F. Although vaporizers have been around for some time now, it is only in the last five to ten years that the benefits of vaporization have become widely known. Proper cannabis use has noticeable health benefits. In fact, nearly all of the health issues and problems associated with potentially harmful smoke (including carcinogens, tar, etc.) can be avoided if the herb is only …

Humulene (or α-Humulene) contributes to the distinctive “hoppy” aroma of cannabis and has been used for generations as Chinese medicine. It aids in weight loss by acting as an appetite suppressant. It also known to be anti-tumor and anti-bacterial. Additionally, Humulene is commonly blended with β–caryophyllene and used as a major remedy for inflammation. Click here to learn more about Humulene and other terpenes commonly found in cannabis. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async = true; z.src = "//static.mantis.marketing/recommend.min.js"; var s = document.getElementsByTagName('head')[0]; s.parentNode.insertBefore(z, s); …

Terpinolene is a common component of sage and rosemary and is found in the oil derived from Monterey cypress. Its largest use in the United States is in soaps and perfumes. It is also a great insect repellent. Terpinolene is known to have a piney aroma with slight herbal and floral nuances. It tends to have a sweet flavor reminiscent of citrus fruits like oranges and lemons. Terpinolene has been found to be a central nervous system depressant used to induce drowsiness or sleep or to reduce psychological excitement or anxiety. Further, terpinolene was found to markedly …

Linalool is simple terpene alcohol. Linalool has been isolated in several hundred different plants. The Lamiaceae plant and herb family, which includes mints and other scented herbs, is a common source. The Lauraceae plant family, which includes laurels, cinnamon, and rosewood, is also a readily available source. The Rutaceae family, which contains citrus plants, is another viable source. Birch trees and several different plant species that are found in tropical and boreal climate zones also produce linalool. Although technically not plants, some fungi produce linalool, as well. The Environmental Protection Agency has approved its use as a pesticide, flavor agent …

Caryophyllene (or β–caryophyllene) is a sesquiterpene found in many plants such as Thai basils, cloves, cinnamon leaves and black pepper, and in minor quantities in lavender. It creates woody, spicy aromas with a similar flavor palate. Caryophyllene is used especially in chewing gum when combined with other spicy mixtures or citrus flavorings. Caryophyllene is the only terpene known to interact with the endocannabinoid system (CB2). Research shows that β–caryophyllene selectively binds to the CB2 receptor and that it is a functional CB2 agonist. Further, β–caryophyllene was identified as a functional non-psychoactive CB2 receptor ligand in foodstuff and …

Limonene is one of two major compounds formed from pinene. It is a colorless liquid organic compound classified as a cyclic terpene. Plants use limonene as a natural insecticide to ward off predators. As the name suggests, this citrusy terpene is present in citrus fruit rinds like lemons and oranges, rosemary, juniper and peppermint, as well as in several pine needle oils. Limonene was primarily used in medicine, food and perfume until a couple of decades ago, when it became better known as the main active ingredient in citrus cleaner. It has very low toxicity and humans rarely have adverse …

There are two structural isomers of pinene found in nature: α-pinene and β-pinene. Both forms are important components of pine resin. α-pinene is the most widely encountered terpenoid in nature. Pinene is found in many other conifers, as well as in non-coniferous plants. It is found mostly in balsamic resin, pine woods and some citrus fruits. The two isomers of pinene constitute the main component of wood turpentine. Pinene is one of the principal monoterpenes that is important physiologically in both plants and animals. It tends to react with other chemicals, forming a variety of other terpenes …

One is able to collect large volumes of water and alcohol and even minute amounts of volatile terpenes during the extraction process with the help of the right equipment. After winterizing the solution you will need to separate the finished product from the water and alcohol using a graduated cylinder or separatory funnel. When done correctly, you will have collected pure, isolated terpenes as the finished product. Click here to learn more about the process of isolating terpenes during extraction. MANTIS_RECOMMEND = { property: '53422cdc8e92f89afbf09d5f', render: 'mantis__recommended__wordpress' }; var z = document.createElement("script"); z.type = "text/javascript"; z.async …

Myrcene is a monoterpene and the most common terpene found in cannabis (some varieties contain up to 60% of the essential oil). A high myrcene level in cannabis (>0.5%) typically results in the well-known ‘couch-lock’ effect of classic Indica strains while a low level of Myrcene (<0.5%) often results in the uplifting and vibrant effects most associated with Sativa strains. Additionally, Myrcene is found in oil of hops, mangoes, bay leaves, eucalyptus, wild thyme, lemon grass and many other plants. Click here to learn more about Myrcene and other terpenes commonly found in medical marijuana.