Chemistry and measurement Reviewed August 16, 2026

Geraniol Terpene

Geraniol • juh-RAY-nee-ol • /dʒəˈreɪniɒl/

A rose-scented alcohol recognized on regulated cannabis panels.

Chemical class: Acyclic monoterpene alcohol
Common aroma notes: rose, sweet floral, citrus
COA names: Geraniol

Identity and cannabis context

What Geraniol is

Geraniol is typically a secondary volatile; floral aroma does not establish a calming effect.

Aroma vocabulary

People commonly describe isolated geraniol with rose, sweet floral, citrus notes. A finished flower or extract contains a more complex volatile mixture.

Also found in

rose
citronella
geranium

Chemistry and measurement

What the evidence actually shows

Geraniol can be separated and quantified in cannabis workflows.

Finding 1

chemistry

Geraniol is included on the current New York regulated cannabis panel.

Limit: Measurement is not medical evidence.

Sources: Office of Cannabis Management Testing Limits (opens in new tab)

What we do not know

Controlled studies have not established that cannabis-level exposure reliably produces a specific mood, symptom, or therapeutic effect in people.

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 Geraniol

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

Entourage High

Jealousy

Jealousy is an award-winning 50/50 hybrid from Seed Junky Genetics, crossing Gelato 41 with Sherbert Bx1. Back-to-back Leafly Strain of the Year winner (2022 & 2023), it delivers a sweet, diesel-citrus flavor profile paired with euphoric, relaxed, and creative effects. THC can climb into the high 20s, making it a potent choice for experienced consumers seeking a balanced, mood-lifting evening experience with real body relaxation.

Caryophyllene-dominant Euphoric Relaxed

Hybrid

Entourage High

Gelonade

Gelonade is an award-winning sativa-dominant hybrid (70/30) crossing Lemon Tree and Gelato #41. Expect a citrus-forward, vanilla-sweet aroma backed by Limonene and Caryophyllene, delivering uplifted, energetic, creative, and euphoric effects. A multi-time Cannabis Cup and Emerald Cup winner, it's a go-to morning or daytime strain for social activities, creative work, and mood elevation without heavy sedation.

Limonene-dominant Uplifted Energetic

Hybrid

Entourage High

Afghan Kush

Afghan Kush is a legendary pure indica landrace, tracing its roots to the mountains of Afghanistan and Hindu Kush lineage. Myrcene-dominant and earthy-woody in aroma, it delivers a deeply relaxing, sleepy, euphoric body high perfect for winding down. With THC reaching up to 24%, this old-school Kush is a staple for stress relief, pain management, and restful sleep — best enjoyed at night.

Myrcene-dominant Relaxed Sleepy

Indica

Uplifting High

Whitethorn Rose

Whitethorn Rose is an award-winning, 70/30 sativa-dominant hybrid from Huckleberry Hill Farms, crossing Paradise Punch and Lemon OG. Limonene-driven citrus and floral rose aromas lead into an uplifted, euphoric, and creative high with focused energy. With THC reaching up to 28%, it's a potent, daytime-friendly strain that's earned multiple Emerald Cup and California State Fair titles for its rosin, hash, and edibles.

Limonene-dominant Uplifted Euphoric

Hybrid

Balancing High

Black Diamond

Black Diamond is a 70% indica-dominant hybrid from Norcal Farms, crossing Blackberry and Diamond OG. Known for its near-black, trichome-frosted buds, it delivers a euphoric, happy onset that settles into deep body relaxation and sleepiness. With earthy, berry-grape flavors and a Myrcene-dominant terpene profile, it's a go-to for evening stress relief, pain management, and winding down before sleep.

Myrcene-dominant Relaxed Euphoric

Indica

Uplifting High

RS11

RS11 (Rainbow Sherbert #11) is an award-winning 70/30 Indica-leaning hybrid born from Pink Guava, OZK, and Sunset Sherbert genetics. Limonene-dominant with Caryophyllene and Linalool support, it delivers a bright, citrus-berry flavor that opens into euphoric upliftment before settling into deep relaxation and calm. A multi-award winner with THC reaching up to 33%, RS11 suits evening unwinding, creative sessions, and stress relief for experienced consumers.

Caryophyllene-dominant Euphoric Relaxed

Hybrid

Entourage High

Diablo OG

Diablo OG is a 2002-bred hybrid crossing OG Kush with the fruity Diablo line (Blueberry x Grapefruit x South African Sativa). Myrcene-dominant with citrus, diesel, and earthy pine notes, it delivers euphoric, uplifted energy that mellows into deep relaxation and sleepiness. A BC Harvest Cup award-winner, it's a versatile evening strain suited for stress relief, creativity, and eventual wind-down.

Myrcene-dominant Relaxed Euphoric

Hybrid

Entourage High

LSD

LSD is a 70% indica-dominant hybrid from Barney's Farm, crossing Mazar-i-Sharif with Skunk #1. Winner of the 2008 High Times Cannabis Cup, it delivers a euphoric, talkative onset that mellows into deep relaxation. Earthy, citrus, and skunky notes dominate the aroma, backed by myrcene and caryophyllene. A go-to for evening stress relief, creative sessions, and social unwinding.

Caryophyllene-dominant Euphoric Creative

Hybrid

Sources

Office of Cannabis Management Testing Limits (opens in new tab)
New York State Office of Cannabis Management, 2026 • chemistry
Terpenes in Cannabis sativa — From plant genome to humans (opens in new tab)
Plant Science, 2019 • chemistry

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Geraniol questions

What is Geraniol?

Geraniol (Geraniol) is a rose-scented alcohol recognized on regulated cannabis panels. Geraniol is typically a secondary volatile; floral aroma does not establish a calming effect.

What does Geraniol smell like?

Common descriptors include rose, sweet floral, citrus. Aroma is subjective, and other volatile compounds in the tested product also matter.

What does the research say about Geraniol?

Geraniol can be separated and quantified in cannabis workflows. Controlled studies have not established that cannabis-level exposure reliably produces a specific mood, symptom, or therapeutic effect in people.

Does a Geraniol 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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