8 BEST HERBS TO MIX WITH WEED

Are you wondering about the best things to combine with weed?

With more than 100 different varieties, herbs are one of the most popular cannabis pairings. The options are endless, ranging from passionflower and mullein to rose petals and lavender.

Want to buy cannabis seeds, grow your own marijuana, and enhance your smoking experience? Keep reading to discover eight of the best herbs to combine with cannabis. 

BEST HERBS TO COMBINE WITH WEED

Herbs serve numerous purposes: adding flavor to food, assisting with medical ailments, and enhancing aromas. Mixing cannabis with other types of herbs allows you to take advantage of the same benefits, including:

• Improved flavors
• Additional holistic benefits
• Lowered adverse side effects from marijuana

While smoking cannabis, you might also want to lower the dosage to incorporate some herbal blends that contain dried herbs. This will help your wallet, but will also improve your tasting experience. Here are eight of the best herbs to smoke with weed:

MULLEIN

This herb is native to Europe and Asia but grows in Canada, the US, and New Zealand. Mullein has primarily been used for its respiratory properties. It’s said to expel excess mucus and produce an anti-inflammatory coating over mucus membranes.

Mullein’s smell is similar to black tea, while its smoky aroma resembles a campfire. The flavor is light, earthy, and woody, with subtle notes of cedar. It delivers gentle, calming sensations and may offer diuretic and sedative effects.

Mullein is often used as a base for herbal mixes. It pairs well with indicas and sativas, boasting a subdued flavor that never outshines your bud. 

ROSE PETALS

Rose petals are one of the most adored flowers on the planet. They’re believed to produce inner peace, act as an aphrodisiac, and lower the symptoms of depression. They also promote relaxation, stimulation, and lift your mood.

The sweet and delicate flavor of rose petals can significantly elevate the taste of weed. When smoked, rose petals deliver a subtle dose of euphoria—but it doesn’t last long. The more lingering effects include a positive mood boost and full-body relaxation. 

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Rose petals are commonly used as an alternative to nicotine cigarettes and are a popular herb to mix with weed. They pair best with indica-leaning strains, enhancing the calming effects and preparing you for bed.

PASSIONFLOWER

This climbing vine is indigenous to various locations, including the US, Asia, and South America. It features gorgeous flowers with intricate, colorful designs. Passionflower is purported to assist with restlessness and a racing mind.

This herb has an uncommon grassy smell but is palatable when smoked. The effects are soothing and slightly sedating. Passionflower may alleviate various conditions, including insomnia and anxiety.

Passionflower can balance out the intensity of high THC strains and reduce overstimulation. Its earthy flavor complements spicy cultivars with peppery undertones.

SAGE

Also known as salvia, the sage herb family consists of more than 900 species. Each has unique uses and properties; the most common function is medicinal. Sage is often used as a medicinal plant in natural healing products like oils, teas, and smoking blends.

Unlike most herbs, sage gets more fragrant the longer it ages—even after it’s finished flowering. It boasts a bitter and spicy flavor, while its effects are relaxing and calming. Sage is one of the best things to combine with weed. 

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In high doses, sage is believed to intensify the effects of marijuana. Small concentrations add a delightful aroma and lower the smoke’s harshness. 

MINT

Arguably one of the most famous herbs in the world, the mint family has more than 600 varieties. It’s purported to clear respiratory passages for easier and deeper breathing, particularly during congestion.

This herb provides a delicious, refreshing scent that can take numerous forms, like spearmint, wintergreen, and peppermint. It offers rejuvenating, energizing, and healing effects for your mind and body. 

Mint and cannabis go hand in hand. This herb adds a crisp, fresh flavor to your joint and promotes relaxation. Pair it with an indica-leaning strain for a menthol-infused adventure.

LAVENDER

This gorgeous shrub originates from the Mediterranean. Lavender is known for its relaxing effects and comforting aroma and is commonly added to essential oil blends. It’s believed to promote calmness and sleep.

Cannabis and lavender both contain high levels of linalool. Combined, these herbs produce an intense citrus, floral, and lavender flavor. The smoke is thick but doesn’t leave an overpowering aroma.

Lavender is one of the best herbs to mix with weed. It’s the ideal accompaniment to nighttime strains with indica-dominant properties. It allows you to de-stress, unwind, and relax.

MUGWORT

This herb is native to Asia and Europe but considered invasive in North America. Mugwort has traditionally been used in herbal remedies, tinctures, teas, and essential oils. It’s purported to assist with menstruation issues, uterus and stomach problems, low energy levels, and anxiety.

Mugwort has a similar smell to green tea, while its flavor resembles sage. Spicy, nutty, and musky notes also dominate its terpene profile. Mugwort is believed to be the gateway to lucid dreaming and delivers gentle sensations that are soothing and sedating.

Pair mugwort with cannabis strains high in the terpene linalool, for a sweet-smelling adventure. Create the ideal pre-bed atmosphere with an indica-heavy cultivar to enjoy long deep sleep.

DAMIANA

This herb is native to South America and commonly occurs in natural tinctures and oils. Offering gorgeous yellow flowers, it’s been used as an aphrodisiac and stimulant since Mayan and Aztec times.

Damiana is believed to deliver relaxing, soothing, and calming mental and physical sensations. It also offers a mood-enhancing rush of euphoria. This fragrant herb has spicy and minty notes with a touch of citrus and anise.

Damiana is a fantastic marijuana alternative. They work in harmony in a herbal mix for weed to produce significantly stronger effects. 

PUFF, PUFF, PASS

Want to enhance the flavor of your cannabis (or as we like to call it: “holy basil”)benefit from potential therapeutic qualities, or reduce the risk of overwhelming sensations? With more than 100 varieties, there’s a herb that can help you get the job done. 

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Lavender, mint, mugwort, rose petals, sage, damiana—the choices are endless. Which herbal mix are you going to add to your weed first? Rosemary, chamomile, blue lotus and skullcap are also really good herbs to add to your favorite greens, or even just as a tobacco alternative, mixed in herbal smoking blends and rolled in a spliff. Smoking weed in a vape is also a common thing.

 

Jennifer Gallagher

Jennifer Gallagher, an experienced cannabis grower at SeedSupreme Seedbank. During a 7-year career in the marijuana growing business, Jennifer has gained a high competence in this field. As far as weed is concerned, she knows it all inside out. Jennifer is an expert in pot-growing, as well as cannabis types and their effects. She’s also familiar with all legislation nuances.

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*This article is not to be interpreted as a statement of any form by Spliff but merely a compendium of information compiled from other sources. These statements have not been evaluated by Health Canada, FDA or any other regulatory body. Consult your doctor before ingesting or smoking any herbal product.*