Camphene is a bicyclic monoterpene. It is soluble in organic solvents but mostly insoluble in water. It vaporizes at room temperature and has a pungent camphor-like odor. It is found in low concentrations in many essential oils such as cypress, nutmeg, rosemary, camphor, neroli, ginger, and valerian.

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Camphene has been present in daily life since the mid-19th century, as it was used as fuel for lamps. Today, camphene is widely used in perfumes for its woody, piney scent, and as a flavor additive for food.

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Because of camphene’s known ability to potentially target skin conditions¹ like psoriasis and eczema, it is often used in cannabis salves and topicals. Other studies promote camphene as a potential anti-fungal² and antibacterial agent.³ A 2011 study⁴ demonstrated camphene’s potential in regulating cardiovascular health.  Camphene has also shown great promise as a strong anti-inflammatory and pain reliever.⁵

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Camphene is one of 150 minor terpenes found in cannabis. Camphene is commonly found in the cannabis strains ACDC, Banana Kush, and OG Kush.