The Best Herbs to Mix With Cannabis

Cannabis is a plant that has so many wonderful benefits for the mind and body, as we often discuss here at Veriheal. However, various other herbs also have several advantages of their own when smoked or otherwise consumed. These benefits range from improving the flavor of your smoke, invigorating new senses, or enhancing the senses already affected by cannabis.

Some herbs can even help mitigate the negative side effects of cannabis. For meditation or sleeping, the entheogenic properties of certain herbs can help with enhancing these experiences. As a result, one of the best ways to take your cannabis consumption to a new level is to mix other herbs with your ground cannabis.

In this article, you’ll learn what the best herbs are to mix with weed, and what these plants do to enhance the taste, smell, and your overall cannabis experience.

Lavender

Lavender is a commonly used herb that has a light taste and aroma, helping take the harshness out of your smoke.

It contains the terpene linalool, which is also frequently found in many cannabis strains. Linalool and lavender both promote relaxation and have anxiety-reducing effects. As such, lavender is a great herb to mix with hybrid or Indica strains because it pairs well with their calming properties and aromas.

Lavender can help with headaches, assists with muscle and mind relaxation, and is an anticonvulsant. In fact, the aroma of lavender alone can create an immediate calming effect. 

Fortunately, lavender is an herb that is easy to find. Blending it into a joint is a breeze since you don’t need to grind it down or crush it up. Simply hand-grinding the herb between your fingertips when you roll one up is all it takes!

Chamomile

Another herb that is widely available, and also boasts relaxation properties, is chamomile. It has effects like easing tension and stress as well as relief from anxiety, headaches, inflammation, and indigestion. It’s popular in teas as a way to unwind at the end of a long day. 

Like lavender, chamomile is an herb that would be best mixed with a hybrid or Indica strain to enhance their existing effects.

Mullein  

If you have a strain that’s harsh to smoke, or maybe you’ve smoked a bit too much and need something to soothe your airways, then mullein is for you.

In addition to comforting your airways and minimizing coughing, mullein is known to help you breathe more slowly, and in turn, can help calm your nerves.

With an aroma that’s similar to black tea with a hint of cedar, many say it has a reminiscent “campfire” smell.

In addition, mullein burns evenly, making it perfect for rolling up into a joint. It can be mixed with Sativa, Indica, or hybrid strains, depending on whether you need to unwind or focus.

Tobacco

For cannabis users who are also tobacco users, this is a popular choice, especially in Europe. Joints that use a mix of cannabis and tobacco are known as spliffs. 

It provides a distinct taste, burns easily, and has the added bonus of a nicotine high. Tobacco can also make the effects of cannabis stronger, meaning you could potentially use less of your stash while still getting the same buzz. 

In fact, one study done by the Inhalation Toxicology journal indicates that THC vaporized with tobacco boosts its efficiency by up to 45%. If a 50/50 mixture is smoked, the study also indicated that it leads to 100% of the same psychoactive effects as smoking 100% cannabis. 

Since loose-leaf tobacco is typically cheaper than cannabis, this also means it could help make your smoking session a bit more cost-effective.

Raspberry Leaf

Many women are familiar with the benefits of raspberry leaves for things like regulating hormone levels, relaxing the uterine muscles, and reducing inflammation. It has been used for hundreds of years in medicinal teas or smoked as cigarettes by Native American women.

Because it has such a balanced smell and taste, it pairs perfectly with any of the cannabis strains you decide to mix it with and won’t overpower them. It can also help keep you a bit more “grounded” when smoking a strain that has a high THC potency.

It’s a slow-burning herb, making it a great way to enjoy your smoke longer or when partaking in a communal joint.

Rose Petals

While rose petals might not be the first thing that comes to mind when considering herbs to mix with your cannabis, people have been blending rose petals with other herbs for generations.

Rose petals have a unique fragrance that helps sweeten whatever it’s blended with. When added to cannabis, it creates a mild euphoric effect. In addition, it also has an aphrodisiac effect.

The best ratio for this herb blend is to use 90% cannabis and 10% ground rose petals.

Passionflower

A somewhat lesser-known herb option to blend with cannabis is passionflower. Passionflower has a clove-like flavor that pairs well with terpenes such as caryophyllene, which has a pungent, spicy aroma.

Like rose petals, it has been used as an aphrodisiac and can enhance some of the euphoric effects of weed.

Passionflower has properties that help balance emotions, calm nerves, and can even act as a natural sedative. This can help balance out more potent strains that are high in THC.

Mugwort

Mugwort is an herb best known for promoting relaxation and vivid dreams.

In ancient cultures, mugwort, which is also known as artemisia, was used for its psychoactive effects and putting its users in a trance-like state. When used in smaller doses, it can also enhance creativity.

It has a nutty, spicy, sage-like flavor that’s smooth to smoke, and it pairs well with Indica strains or those with linalool terpenes because of its effect on dreams.

Tips for Mixing Herbs with Cannabis

If you’re new to mixing other herbs with cannabis, the best method is to start with a very small amount — such as just a sprinkle — because some herbs can have a strong smell, flavor, or potency.

Once you’ve tried slowly adding herbs to your cannabis and are familiar with how each herb affects you, a 50/50 cannabis-to-herb ratio blend is recommended as your maximum amount.

If you plan to mix more than one herb with your cannabis, try using a ratio of 75% cannabis and 25% other herbs. When blending more than one herb, try to combine those with similar properties and aromas for an optimal experience.

Final Takeaways

Whether you need to add a little extra relaxation to your smoke or want to intensify your high, blending herbs with your cannabis is a great way to do so.

Experimenting individually with an herb mixed with cannabis is the best way to start before combining multiple herbs so you can decipher which you like best — just be sure to add herbs into the mix slowly and gradually so that you know what best suits your needs.