Have you ever caught a whiff of that alluring aroma, convinced it was cannabis, only to realize it might just be an imposter?
As you stroll through your day, you may stumble upon scents that tantalize your senses, evoking memories of the cherished herb. The distinctive and seductive fragrance of marijuana is truly unparalleled, but the world holds hidden treasures that mimic its essence.
Embark on a sensory adventure as we unveil 10 unexpected sources that could pass as doppelgangers of your favorite substance.
Hop Plant (Humulus Lupulus)
The hop plant is closely related to cannabis, and both plants contain similar aromatic compounds called terpenes. This can cause the hop plant to emit a scent resembling marijuana.
Cleome (Spider Flower)
Cleome is a flower that actually looks like marijuana, particularly the leaves. It smells just like cannabis with a splash of mint.
Freshly Cut Grass
Some people claim that freshly cut grass has a similar scent to cannabis. This may be due to the presence of green leaf volatiles, which are released when plants are damaged and can have a complex, aromatic profile.
Eucalyptus
The eucalyptus tree contains compounds called cineole and pinene, which are also found in cannabis. The combination of these two compounds can sometimes create a scent that elicits a similar olfactorily response.
Sweet Woodruff (Gallium Odoratum)
This ground cover plant emits a scent that has been described as a mix of hay and vanilla. When dried, it can produce a smell that is somewhat reminiscent of the potent herb.
Petrichor
The smell of rain or wet earth, known as petrichor, produces an organic compound called geosmin which contributes to the earthy aromas of both petrichor and weed.
Tomato Plant
Surprisingly, some people claim tomato plants can resemble the herbal scent. This is thought to be caused due to the presence of certain terpenes, such as lycopene, which are common in both plants.
Papaya
Papayas have been linked to the aromas of cannabis because of the presence of myrcene, a terpene that is responsible for fruity, earthy tones.
Ponderosa Pine Tree
The bark of Ponderosa pine tree is sometimes mistaken for the same aromatic phenomenon since it contains a compound called delta 3-carene, which, you guessed it, is also found in marijuana.
Patchouli
Patchouli oil, derived from the leaves of the patchouli plant, has a strong, earthy scent that can sometimes be mistaken for marijuana. This may be due to the presence of the terpene beta-caryophyllene, which is also found in cannabis.
Source: Cesar Salan – herb.co
