Terpenes A Closer Look At Camphor is part of the discussion of the role that terpenes play in cannabis.
Camphor is a terpene found in the camphor laurel tree, rosemary, basil, mint, raspberries, apricots, sage, ginger and some types of cannabis.
The aroma is woody and minty.
Benefits of Camphor
It can assist in the maintenance of healthy respiratory function. The main ingredient in decongestant rubs like Vicks, it easily absorbs through the skin. It works well as an expectorant, relieves congestion and can help improve breathing.
When applied, it produces a cool sensation on the skin. It was discovered that it acts as a stimulant and boosts circulation. Also discover was how it acts as a stimulant. It is said to boost sex drive naturally.
With antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties it can be beneficial in the treatment of skin infections and irritations. It also has been found to have the ability to stop the spread of the virus that causes herpes.
It presents disinfecting abilities due to the antimicrobial properties and was used in the past to disinfect water.
Use In Chinese Medicine
Tiger Balm was used in Chinese medicine for the treatment of muscle and joint pain. The terpene interacts with sensory area of the brain when used topically. This numbs the area and acts as a pain reliver.
Like many terpenes, it is a powerful anti-inflammatory that targets inflammation in joints and tissues.
Cannabis flower with Camphor when smoked, may give the consumer an uplifted feeling and can help with focus,
The strong aroma makes it an effective natural insect repellant as well as an insecticide.
Other Places You Can Find Camphor
Camphor is found in many foods naturally or as an added flavouring.
It is also used in the perfume and beauty industry.
Vaporizing Camphor
As discussed in the Cannabis Consumption Methods and Understanding Terpenes post we discuss vaporizing. It is the method of smoking dried flower in a dried flower vaporizer. You can set the temperature to the perfect setting to get most of the terpenes in your cannabis.
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Cannabis that contains Camphor:
- Durban Poison
- White Flower
- Mendocino Purps
- Blue Dream
- Bubba Kush
- Strawberry Cough
Quick Summary:
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- found in camphor laurel trees, rosemary, apricots, ginger, sage, basil, mint, raspberries, cannabis
- aroma is woody and minty
- local anesthetic
- antimicrobial
- antifungal
- antiviral
- antibacterial
- anti-cancer
- analgesic
- expectorant
- stress reliver
- anti-anxiety
- anti-inflammatory
- insect repellant
- boosts energy
- boosts alertness
- immune boosting
- improves circulation
- stimulates metabolism