{"id":87325,"date":"2022-06-14T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-13T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/"},"modified":"2026-06-15T16:25:18","modified_gmt":"2026-06-15T14:25:18","slug":"what-is-pulegone","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/","title":{"rendered":"What is pulegone?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Pulegone<\/strong> is one of the more than <strong>200<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/674-terpenes\"><strong>terpenes<\/strong><\/a> that can be found in marijuana plants. Each terpene has its own characteristics, which give plants individual qualities. This is why every cannabis strain has such specific properties, as the combination of all the terpenes gives the plant different flavors and aromas.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/pulegona-300x153-1.png\" alt=\"pulegona\" class=\"wp-image-46872\" title=\"\u00bfQu\u00e9 es la pulegona?\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>There are <strong>primary and secondary<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/en\/2-5\/?p=35517&#038;p=103763\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">terpenes<\/a>, depending on their presence in plants, whether they are common or not, and the quantity in which they are found. Thus, pulegone is a secondary terpene and a minor constituent in marijuana.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to know more about what terpenes are, don&#8217;t hesitate to read our other posts, where we provide all the information you need to know. But for now, <strong>keep reading<\/strong> to learn everything about pulegone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a659f24d7bdb\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contenido<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-cssicon\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a659f24d7bdb\"  \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#Structure_of_pulegone\" >Structure of pulegone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#Flavor_and_aroma_of_pulegone\" >Flavor and aroma of pulegone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#Effects_and_benefits_of_pulegone\" >Effects and benefits of pulegone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#What_are_the_medicinal_properties_of_pulegone\" >What are the medicinal properties of pulegone?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#Cannabis_strains_rich_in_pulegone\" >Cannabis strains rich in pulegone<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#Wreckage\" >Wreckage<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#Auto_Lavender\" >Auto Lavender<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#Kaya_47\" >Kaya 47<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#Pineapple_Kush\" >Pineapple Kush<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/what-is-pulegone\/#G-13\" >G-13<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Structure_of_pulegone\"><\/span><strong>Structure of pulegone<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Pulegone is a <strong>monoterpene<\/strong>, meaning it is a combination of <strong>10 hydrocarbon atoms<\/strong>. We have already mentioned that it is a secondary terpene. In addition to not being present in many cannabis strains, when it is, it appears in <strong>small quantities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In appearance, it is a fairly oily liquid that is very light or even colorless. Its boiling point is quite high, at <strong>220 \u00b0C<\/strong>, so it is a <strong>very non-volatile substance<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has been discovered that it can be quite <strong>toxic<\/strong>, although its most harmful elements can be eliminated when exposed to high temperatures. Thus, before consumption, it is recommended to heat it to <strong>80 \u00b0C<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flavor_and_aroma_of_pulegone\"><\/span><strong>Flavor and aroma of pulegone<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The flavor and aroma of pulegone are associated with <strong>herbaceous notes<\/strong>, specifically <strong>mint, camphor, and rosemary<\/strong>. This terpene is not only found in marijuana plants, but also in many others:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Peppermint<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pennyroyal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rosemary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ground ivy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nepeta cataria (catnip)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bursera graveolens (palo santo)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cannabis sativa L.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Interior-GB-2.0-98.jpg\" alt=\"pulegone\" class=\"wp-image-156248\" title=\"pulegone\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Interior-GB-2.0-98.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Interior-GB-2.0-98-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Interior-GB-2.0-98-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>As we already know, the main reason plants have terpenes is that they <strong>protect them from external agents<\/strong>. Thus, thyme and basil plants that are exposed to <strong>grazing animals<\/strong> have good production of pulegone. This serves to keep these animals away from the plants and avoid being eaten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Effects_and_benefits_of_pulegone\"><\/span><strong>Effects and benefits of pulegone<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Those who have taken pulegone claim that the effects have been <strong>relaxing and even sedative<\/strong>, so it is possible that it has effective therapeutic or medicinal properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, pulegone has been used quite a bit in the <strong>food industry<\/strong> as a flavor enhancer. For example, it is used in infusions or to flavor dishes such as pudding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It has also been found as an <strong>ingredient in perfumes and essential oils<\/strong> because it has exceptional scents. Being present in essential oils, it is widely used in <strong>aromatherapy<\/strong> for therapeutic purposes. In <strong>cosmetics<\/strong>, its extract is very effective as a refreshing agent and as a toner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its aroma lasts a long time and is quite powerful, which is why it is also used as an ingredient in <strong>candles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As we have already mentioned, the main function of the terpene is to protect the plant, so it is no surprise that it has a very good function as an <strong>insecticide<\/strong>. In fact, it is one of the three most powerful and strong natural insecticidal substances. Thus, at an <strong>industrial level<\/strong>, pulegone is found as an ingredient in <strong>flea<\/strong> insecticides and in essential oils to <strong>repel mosquitoes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_medicinal_properties_of_pulegone\"><\/span><strong>What are the medicinal properties of pulegone?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We mentioned earlier that pulegone can have enormous medicinal properties. Already in the field of aromatherapy, <strong>peppermint essential oil<\/strong>, which contains doses of pulegone, is used to combat <strong>common colds and gastrointestinal problems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.growbarato.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Interior-GB-2.0-100.jpg\" alt=\"medicinal properties of pulegone\" class=\"wp-image-156253\" title=\"propriet\u00e0 medicinali di pulegone\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Interior-GB-2.0-100.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Interior-GB-2.0-100-300x135.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/Interior-GB-2.0-100-768x346.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>The medicinal properties attributed to it are, on one hand, <strong>carminative<\/strong>. This means that its application or consumption favors the expulsion of gases from the digestive tract. On the other hand, it is also a good <strong>emmenagogue<\/strong>, that is, it induces or promotes menstruation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other medicinal properties that can be related to the consumption of pulegone are <strong>muscle relaxation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We consider the most powerful medicinal benefit of pulegone to be that it is an <strong>acetylcholinesterase inhibitor<\/strong>. That is, the terpene can slow down the action of the protein that destroys acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter that stores memory. In this sense, pulegone counteracts the effects of THC, which affects <strong>short-term memory<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Within this context, we remind you that it can be a <strong>toxic<\/strong> substance. Thus, it can be an <strong>abortifacient substance<\/strong>. Other situations in which its toxic nature can be noted are: the provocation of nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, depression, and seizures. It can also cause dermatitis, wounds, and skin necrosis at the cutaneous level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Its high toxicity has put it in the crosshairs of organizations that regulate medicines and food, such as the <strong>Food and Drug Administration (FDA)<\/strong>. In 2018, this organization <strong>banned<\/strong> its synthetic form for food use due to its potential toxicity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cannabis_strains_rich_in_pulegone\"><\/span><strong>Cannabis strains rich in pulegone<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We have specified previously that pulegone will not be found in abundance in any marijuana strain, as it is a <strong>minor component<\/strong>. However, we can say that all those cannabis strains that have an <strong>herbaceous flavor and aroma<\/strong>, reminiscent of <strong>mint or rosemary<\/strong>, will contain significant levels of pulegone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Wreckage\"><\/span><strong>Wreckage<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/th-seeds\/3275-wreckage.html\">Wreckage<\/a> is a <strong>hybrid<\/strong> strain that is born from the cross between two powerful strains known all over the world: <strong>Arcata Trainwreck x S.A.G.E.<\/strong> This combination offers us an unparalleled sativa power, which translates into a <strong>mainly cerebral effect<\/strong>, very euphoric, but clean and lucid. Its <strong>flavor<\/strong> offers mentholated notes with hints of sandalwood, which will leave you perplexed and absorbed. At a <strong>therapeutic level<\/strong>, it is an ideal strain to combat depression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Auto_Lavender\"><\/span><strong>Auto Lavender<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>We knew the Lavender and now they offer us its <strong>autoflowering version<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/cbd-seeds-autoflowering-collection\/980-auto-lavender-cbd-seeds-coleccion-autoflorecientes-cbd-seeds.html\">Auto Lavender<\/a>. As its name suggests, the <strong>flavor and aroma<\/strong> do not escape lavender, although slight hints of mint, fresh grass, and rosemary can be appreciated, from which the presence of pulegone can be deduced. Its <strong>effect<\/strong>, which affects both the cerebral and physical levels, is cheerful and relaxing at the same time. Thus, this pleasant relaxation makes it a perfect strain to <strong>relieve stress and anxiety<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kaya_47\"><\/span><strong>Kaya 47<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This wonderful strain is, neither more nor less, an <strong>improved version<\/strong> of the world-famous <strong>AK-47<\/strong>. It is a cross between <strong>Colombian, Thai, Afghan, and Mexican genetics<\/strong>, a true multicultural strain. The <strong>THC<\/strong> levels of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/feminized-seeds-advanced-seeds\/1274-kaya-47-marijuana-seeds.html\"><strong>Kaya 47<\/strong><\/a> are quite high (<strong>reaching 22%<\/strong>), and provide us with strong and dense <strong>effects<\/strong>, although quite manageable, as they are also quite pleasant and stimulating. Pulegone can be observed when the plant develops <strong>citrus flavor and aroma<\/strong> with fresh, mentholated touches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pineapple_Kush\"><\/span><strong>Pineapple Kush<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.fr\/royal-queen-seeds-feminisees\/3585-pineapple-kush.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pineapple Kush<\/a>, an <strong>indica-dominant<\/strong> strain, will leave you with a powerful relaxing mental <strong>effect<\/strong>. Its high <strong>CBD<\/strong> content makes it an ideal strain for <strong>therapeutic and medicinal uses<\/strong>. Thus, it is very useful for combating anxiety, migraines, attention deficit, and hyperactivity. Although it is a very intense <strong>effect<\/strong>, over time it evolves towards more lucid and clear sensations. Its <strong>flavor<\/strong> and <strong>aroma<\/strong> are quite tropical: strong notes of pineapple (as its name suggests), but accompanied by a mentholated and vanilla flavor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"G-13\"><\/span>G-13<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gbthegreenbrand.com\/brothers-grimm-seeds\/6221-g13-genius-.html\">G-13<\/a> strain from <strong>our bulk seed catalog<\/strong> is quite curious. Its origin, or its legend, starts in the <strong>70s in the USA<\/strong>, where it is said that it was created by its government. The <strong>effect<\/strong> is quite energetic and active, so it can be used for medicinal purposes. For its part, the <strong>flavor<\/strong> and <strong>aroma<\/strong> are quite strong, like fresh air and the humidity of green forests. It is precisely these <strong>herbaceous notes<\/strong> that the plant presents that are conferred by pulegone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n<p>Now you know all the qualities of this <strong>very fresh and mentholated terpene<\/strong>. Do you want to know what other terpenes exist? <strong>Keep reading!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n<div style='text-align:center' class='yasr-auto-insert-visitor'><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pulegone is one of the more than 200 terpenes that can be found in marijuana plants. Each terpene has its own characteristics, which give plants individual qualities. This is why every cannabis strain has such specific properties, as the combination of all the terpenes gives the plant different flavors and aromas. 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