Terpene Series:Trans-nerolidol

present in the essential oil of many plants and flowers, such as lavender and jasmine. Alternately referred to as peruviol and penetrol, this terpene possesses a floral or woody aroma reminiscent of fresh tree bark. There are two isomers of nerolidol, cis-nerolidol and trans-nerolidol.
Nerolidol is the primary scent compound of a species of orchid native to Mexico. In addition to lending its floral fragrance to this orchid, cannabis, and other plants, nerolidol has been used as a natural sleep aid due to its purported sedative properties. The nerolidol terpene may also be beneficial in combating pests that harm humans and plants. Nerolidol has, in some cases, been effective at warding off head lice, spider mites, parasites, and certain bacteria and fungi, in addition to exhibiting a range of other potential health benefits as a scent compound and a naturally occurring component of cannabis.

The combination of woody and floral notes in nerolidol makes it a popular addition to lotions and perfumes. You may have also encountered the terpene in a scented moisturizer or salve made with nerolidol-rich essential oils such as orange blossom (neroli) or tea tree oil.

As the terpene is a component of ginger, you may have cooked or baked with it. In fact, nerolidol is a commonly used terpene in the food industry and serves as a flavoring agent and scent compound in many products, including candy and chewing gum.

Jack Herer and Blue Dream, in particular, are two prominent cannabis strains high in THC, which may enhance any psychoactive or sedative effects of nerolidol. The natural woody aroma emanating from nerolidol could enhance such sedative qualities as well.

Neridol has a boiling point of 122 Degrees Celsius