Terpenes are hydrocarbons often coming from plants (mainly conifers) and certain insects. Diterpenes are terpenes with four isopropene units. Salvinorins and THC are a good example of (di)terpenes. Terpenes are generally essential oils coming from plants are used as natural flavor additives for food, as fragrances in perfumery, and in traditional and alternative medicines such as aromatherapy.

Created by Jade, 08-19-2010 at 12:08 AM 0 Comments, 1,682 Views