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Eugenol is a familiar terpene, commonly found in spicy things like clove and cinnamon as well as other herbs and spices like nutmeg, allspice, hyssop, basil and bay leaf. In fact, Eugenol derives its name from the old Linnaen scientific name for Cloves, Eugenia caryophyllata, however, it’s now-accepted name is Syzygium aromaticum. It usually can be found packaged simply as, clove oil.It has antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and analgesic abilities, E… Read more

Myrcene is familiar to anyone who smokes cannabis as this is its most abundant terpene. It can account for up to 20% of the terpene profile in the commercial cannabis of today and roughly 40% of strains are myrcene dominant. Everyone recognizes it as this is what lends the traditional “skunk” aroma. It’s also found in hops, thyme, lemongrass and mango. This is how mango became a cult fruit. Rumor always had it, that if you ate mango ahead of time… Read more

Get Me Some Green is always trying to recognize our healthcare community. On November 23rd, we held an event to pamper those who work so hard to pamper us. We are continuing to recognize these hard working folks by offering a special VIP program to all licensed Massage Therapists. The program is free, all you have to do is register here and have a valid, unexpired license. All licensed and registered massage therapists will receive: on… Read more

Eucalyptol is this week’s topic of discussion for Terpene Tuesday so let’s dive right in, shall we? This terpene is quite familiar, as it constitutes 90% of eucalyptus oil as its name suggests. It is also found in cannabis, rosemary, sweet basil, sage, tea tree and camphor laurel. It has a mint like smell and a spicy, yet cooling flavor. It is used in many things including flavorings, fragrances, cosmetics, insect repellants and curatives.While e… Read more