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Grassy-balsamicRelaxing
Phytol is a mild, grassy terpene formed as chlorophyll breaks down. Phytol is a diterpene that appears as cannabis and green tea age and chlorophyll degrades. It is subtle, balsamic and linked to relaxation.
Aroma and character
Phytol is mild, grassy and slightly floral-balsamic, gentle and green. It is not a loud terpene.
What research suggests
Phytol has been studied for relaxing, anti-anxiety and antioxidant effects, and is a precursor used in vitamin E and K synthesis. Cannabis human data is limited.
Where else it is found
Phytol occurs in green tea, and forms from chlorophyll in many plants.
At a glance
Aroma
Grassy, balsamic, mild floral
Also found in
Green tea, chlorophyll-rich plants
Reported effects
Relaxing, anti-anxiety (preclinical)
Origin
A chlorophyll breakdown product
Character
Subtle, green
Note
Effects are largely preclinical and vary by profile and dose.
Continue exploring
Phytol anxiolytic and antioxidant studies.
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