Terpineol

Where it occurs naturally

α-Terpineol is reported as a naturally occurring constituent of many essential oils. Sources: α-Terpineol, a natural monoterpene: A review of its biological properties

Aroma & flavour

α-Terpineol is described as having a pleasant, lilac-like odor. Sources: α-Terpineol, a natural monoterpene: A review of its biological properties

What has research actually studied?

A laboratory study tested isolated α-terpineol in tumour-cell models, assessing cell growth/viability and NF-κB signaling. It reported dose-dependent inhibition of NF-κB translocation and activity alongside reduced cell growth. Sources: Alpha Terpineol: A Potential Anticancer Agent which Acts through Suppressing NF-κB Signalling

What the evidence does not show

Cell-culture findings do not establish clinical efficacy or safety. This study tested α-terpineol, not an unspecified terpineol mixture, and did not study cannabis.

What does its presence in cannabis mean?

A cannabis product's terpene listing cannot be used to predict the product's experience. No direct human research on cannabis products containing terpineol was identified.