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Limonene Terpene

Citrus, lemon, orange — Mood-elevating, anti-anxiety, energising

Mood-elevating anti-anxiety energising 48 UK strains
Effects Mood-elevating, anti-anxiety, energising
Aroma Citrus, lemon, orange
Medical Uses Anxiety, depression, stress, mood disorders
Also Found In Lemons, oranges, juniper

Limonene is the citrus terpene responsible for the bright, uplifting character of sativa-leaning cannabis strains. Research suggests limonene elevates serotonin and dopamine levels in key brain regions, supporting its use in anxiety and mood disorders. UK cannabis clinics frequently prescribe limonene-dominant strains for daytime use and conditions requiring mood stabilisation.

UK Medical Cannabis Strains High in Limonene

Products Available From UK Clinics

Product Form THC CBD From Clinics
Tilray OG Kush Vape 1ml other 82.0% 0.2% £75.00 4 View →
Aurora Sour Diesel Vape 0.5ml other 80.0% 0.3% £45.00 4 View →
Cantourage Mango Tango Vape 0.5ml other 75.0% 0.5% £42.00 4 View →
Bedrocan Sour Diesel Shatter 1g extract 70.0% 0.3% £69.00 4 View →
Aurora OG Kush Wax 1g extract 65.0% 0.5% £62.00 4 View →
Aurora THC28 Sativa flower 28.0% 0.1% £79.55 6 View →

Frequently Asked Questions about Limonene

What does limonene do for medical cannabis patients?
Limonene has mood-elevating and anxiolytic properties. It may increase serotonin and dopamine levels, making it suitable for anxiety, depression and stress-related conditions. UK cannabis doctors often recommend limonene-dominant strains for daytime use.
Is limonene good for anxiety?
Yes. Limonene is one of the most studied terpenes for anxiety relief. Combined with lower THC levels, limonene-dominant strains are frequently prescribed in the UK for anxiety disorders without causing additional sedation.
What foods contain limonene?
Limonene is found naturally in citrus fruit peel (lemons, oranges, grapefruits), juniper berries and mint. It is widely used as a food flavouring and fragrance ingredient.
Limonene
Aroma Citrus, lemon, orange
Effects Mood-elevating, anti-anxiety, energising
Medical Uses Anxiety, depression, stress, mood disorders
Found In Cannabis Lemon Haze, Wedding Cake, Do-Si-Dos
Also In Foods Lemons, oranges, juniper
UK Strains 48 strains in database
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