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Terpene Profiling of Hybrid Cannabis Inflorescence Cultivated in South Korea Using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: In Cannabis, not only cannabinoids but also other phytochemicals exhibit diverse pharmacological effects.In particular, terpenes are believed to modulate the psychoactive and therapeutic effects of cannabinoids through the "entourage effect".This study investigates the terpene composition of the inflorescences of a hybrid Cannabis cultivar (Cherry Blossom) cultivated in South Korea, using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS).A total of 24 terpenes were identified in the essential oil hydrodistilled from hybrid Cannabis inflorescence.Among them, 6 major terpenes, such as αand β-pinene, myrcene, d-limonene, β-caryophyllene, and α-humulene, were quantified.These terpenes are well known for their pharmacological activities, such as anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant effects, which may contribute to the overall therapeutic potential of Cannabis.This research provides valuable insights into the terpene profiles of Cherry Blossom Cannabis, emphasizing the important role of terpenes in enhancing the pharmacological effects and therapeutic applications of hybrid Cannabis strains.

Source: Drug Targets and Therapeutics

DOI: 10.58502/dtt.25.0016

Authors: Won-Young Cho, Sangin Lee, Mansoo Cho, Wonwoong Lee, Jongki Hong

Institutions: Woosuk University, Kyung Hee University, Kookmin University

Language: English

Topic: Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research

Subfield: Pharmacology

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Funder: Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs

Award: G6298259280