Terpenes are aromatic chemicals found in a variety of plants, including cannabis. Myrcene is one of the most common terpenes found in cannabis, and it is also present in hops and lemongrass. Myrcene is responsible for the peppery, spicy, balsam fragrance in beer, and it has also been used in traditional folk medicine for centuries. Strains of cannabis that are commonly classified as indica, sativa, or hybrid can be found with high levels of myrcene, and you will also notice myrcene is common in both THC and CBD strains alike.Myrcene has been shown to have a variety of potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anticancer properties. In addition, myrcene has been shown to increase the permeability of cell membranes, which allows for more effective absorption of cannabinoids. This means that myrcene may increase the potency of cannabis when consumed. For these reasons, myrcene is an important terpene to consider when selecting a cannabis strain.