The preservation and augmentation of volatile terpenes in cannabis inflorescence.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Terpenes contribute to the pharmacology, efficacy, aroma, and flavor of cannabis inflorescence, improving the experience for medical and recreational users. Terpenes are inherently volatile, resulting in the loss of terpene content as inflorescence ages. A method to establish and/or maintain a desired terpene content of cannabis inflorescence is needed. A novel packaging method was investigated for the preservation of native terpenes and the replenishment of terpenes to depleted inflorescence over various storage durations.

Methods

Inflorescence samples from two different chemotypes (DJ's Gold, Cream Caramel) were obtained from a state licensed medical cannabis organization. Samples from the DJ's Gold chemotype were depleted of terpenes whereas samples from the Cr

SUBMITTER: Bueno J 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7819294 | biostudies-literature | 2020 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature