Lavender is a popular scent and flavour descriptor used to characterize certain cannabis strains with calming and offset-4 transition-colors hover:underline" title="Learn more about Floral">floral notes.
Also called / Category:
Lavandula; Sensory & Descriptors
Key takeaways:
- Lavender is often used to describe the aroma profile of cannabis strains.
- It suggests floral, soothing, and calming scents.
- Found in strain descriptions and consumer reviews.
What it is / How it shows up:
Lavender appears primarily in cannabis strain descriptions and reviews, highlighting its floral and calming scent. Many consumers seek out strains with a lavender aroma for its relaxing and soothing qualities. The term is commonly used in store menus and product labels, indicating the sensory experience one might expect from a particular strain.
How it’s measured or identified:
- Descriptive sensory analysis by trained panels.
- Consumer reviews and feedback.
- Lab analysis reports on terpene profiles.
Use in context:
- This strain has a strong lavender scent, perfect for relaxation.
- Lavender notes make this cannabis ideal for evening use.
- Consumers describe the aroma as similar to fresh lavender fields.
- Lavender undertones contribute to the strain's calming effects.
Safety & compliance in Canada:
- Must follow Health Canada's labelling regulations.
- Sensory descriptors should not make health claims.
Related terms / See also:
- 11-Hydroxy-THC
- 2-AG
- Aroma profile
- Berry
- Anthocyanins
FAQs:
Q: What does lavender smell like in cannabis?
A: Lavender in cannabis smells floral, calming, and often sweet, similar to fresh lavender flowers.
Q: Is a lavender scent common in all cannabis strains?
A: No, not all cannabis strains have a lavender scent. It is specific to certain strains known for their floral aroma profile.