Evidence insufficient Reviewed August 16, 2026

Borneol Terpene

Borneol • BOR-nee-ol • /ˈbɔːrniɒl/

A camphor-like terpene alcohol investigated in drug-delivery models.

Chemical class
Bicyclic monoterpene alcohol
Common aroma notes
camphor, mint, wood
COA names
Borneol

Identity and cannabis context

What Borneol is

Borneol may be a minor cannabis volatile, and stereochemistry is not always specified.

Aroma vocabulary

People commonly describe isolated borneol with camphor, mint, wood notes. A finished flower or extract contains a more complex volatile mixture.

Also found in

  • ginger
  • camphor tree
  • rosemary

Evidence insufficient

What the evidence actually shows

Reviews and animal work have examined borneol as a formulation or blood-brain-barrier delivery aid.

What we do not know

This does not show cannabis borneol improves cannabinoid delivery, cognition, pain, or clinical outcomes.

Safety and interpretation

A certificate of analysis identifies composition, not a safe or effective dose. Inhalation can irritate airways, and heating terpenes can create degradation products.

This page is educational and does not provide medical advice. Route, dose, oxidation, heat, other ingredients, and individual health conditions all change risk.

Database records listing Borneol

This bounded preview shows records whose available profile contains Borneol. It is not a total, a dominant-terpene ranking, or a guarantee about a current retail batch.

Gelato #33 cannabis strain
Entourage High

Gelato #33

Gelato #33, aka Larry Bird, is a balanced 55/45 hybrid cross of Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint GSC bred by Cookie Fam Genetics in 2014. With 20-25% THC and a Caryophyllene-Myrcene-Limonene terpene profile, it delivers sweet, creamy, citrus flavors alongside euphoric, uplifted, and relaxed effects — a multiple High Times Cannabis Cup-recognized favorite for evening social and creative sessions.

Caryophyllene-dominant Euphoric Uplifted

Hybrid

Grape Gasoline cannabis strain
Balancing High

Grape Gasoline

Grape Gasoline is a balanced 50/50 hybrid from Compound Genetics, crossing Grape Pie with Jet Fuel Gelato. Expect a loud grape-and-diesel nose, caryophyllene-driven spice, and an effect profile that swings from relaxed and euphoric to uplifted and creative. With THC reaching up to 31%, it's a versatile evening strain suited for stress relief, pain management, and easy social unwinding.

Caryophyllene-dominant Relaxed Euphoric

Hybrid

Monkey Glue cannabis strain
Balancing High

Monkey Glue

Monkey Glue is a potent indica-dominant hybrid (70/30) that combines Sour Dubb and Chem's Sister genetics into a therapeutic powerhouse. With THC levels ranging from 12-33% and a caryophyllene-dominant terpene profile, this strain delivers euphoric relaxation paired with pain-relieving properties. Expect pungent diesel and citrus aromatics, a sweet-sour flavor profile, and effects that transition from uplifting happiness to deep physical relaxation. Ideal for evening use, Monkey Glue may help with chronic pain, insomnia, stress, and appetite loss while maintaining enough mental clarity for creative activities before the eventual sleepy comedown.

Caryophyllene-dominant Relaxed Euphoric

Hybrid

North Star cannabis strain
Entourage High

North Star

North Star is a balanced hybrid (55% indica / 45% sativa) combining Northern Lights and Afghani genetics with alternative lineages featuring Blue City Diesel and Face Off OG. With 16-25% THC and a terpene-rich profile led by myrcene and limonene, it delivers uplifting creativity, focused energy, and gentle physical relaxation. The flavor journey spans sweet citrus, earthy pine, and diesel notes, making it ideal for creative work, social activities, and daytime stress relief without heavy sedation.

limonene-dominant Creative Relaxed

Hybrid

Amnesia Kush cannabis strain
Entourage High

Amnesia Kush

Amnesia Kush is a sativa-leaning hybrid (70/30) from Dinafem, crossing Amnesia Haze with OG Kush. Expect a citrus-and-earth aroma led by limonene, paired with euphoric, uplifted, and creative effects that settle into a relaxed, happy finish. THC ranges widely from 15-25%, making it a versatile daytime pick for social, creative, or focus-driven moments.

Limonene-dominant Euphoric Energetic

Hybrid

Jungle Punch #8 cannabis strain
Relaxing High

Jungle Punch #8

Jungle Punch #8 (aka Purple Punch #8) is a 50/50 hybrid from Spaceface with a Myrcene-Limonene-Terpinolene terpene trio delivering coffee, pine, and citrus notes. Effects move from energetic and creative to relaxed and sleepy, making it a versatile pick for social afternoons or wind-down evenings. THC ranges widely from 12-24%, so dosing awareness matters.

Myrcene-dominant Relaxed Energetic

Hybrid

F 13 Throwback cannabis strain
Balancing High

F 13 Throwback

F 13 Throwback is a 100% sativa cross of F 13 and a Blueberry phenotype, bred by DJ Short and JD Short. With moderate THC (11.75–14.25%) and a Borneol-Linalool-Limonene terpene blend, it brings uplifted, energetic, euphoric, and talkative effects alongside sweet berry, citrus, and earthy woody flavors. A versatile, sociable strain suited to conversation, creative work, and daytime activities.

Borneol-dominant Energetic Giggly

Sativa

Green Bee Topicals cannabis strain
Balancing High

Green Bee Topicals

Green Bee Topicals (GBT) is a balanced hybrid featuring 13-17% THC and notable CBD levels (1.1-1.4%), creating a therapeutic Type II chemovar experience. Led by calming linalool with supporting limonene and myrcene, this strain delivers relaxed happiness, social giggles, and creative euphoria without overwhelming psychoactivity. Its complex aroma blends lavender, vanilla, honey, and herbal notes with spicy undertones. Perfect for afternoon socializing, stress relief, and creative projects, GBT offers versatile medical potential for conditions ranging from anxiety to chronic pain.

Linalool-dominant relaxed happy

Hybrid

Sources

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Borneol questions

What is Borneol?

Borneol (Borneol) is a camphor-like terpene alcohol investigated in drug-delivery models. Borneol may be a minor cannabis volatile, and stereochemistry is not always specified.

What does Borneol smell like?

Common descriptors include camphor, mint, wood. Aroma is subjective, and other volatile compounds in the tested product also matter.

What does the research say about Borneol?

Reviews and animal work have examined borneol as a formulation or blood-brain-barrier delivery aid. This does not show cannabis borneol improves cannabinoid delivery, cognition, pain, or clinical outcomes.

Does a Borneol result predict effects?

No. A lab result identifies chemistry in one sample. It does not guarantee a feeling, benefit, dose, or response for an individual consumer.

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