808OG
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808OG effects are mostly energizing.
808OG
808OG is a modern hybrid cannabis strain derived from Mandlebrot’s Oil Spill. Developed with a focus on performance, this strain requires moderate cultivation skill to manage effectively in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can expect a high yield from this variety, which reaches maturity after a 56-day flowering cycle. Its genetic lineage has proven foundational in modern breeding, serving as a parent to numerous notable cultivars including Cash Plant, Dawn Petrol, Gas Plant, Pau Hana, and Royal Oil.
The terpene profile of 808OG is defined by a complex, layered chemical composition starting with dominant notes of pinene. This primary terpene is supported by secondary and tertiary contributions from caryophyllene and myrcene, followed by limonene, beta-pinene, humulene, ocimene, linalool, bisabolol, guaiol, and finally nerolidol. These aromatic compounds coalesce to define the strain’s sensory experience, maintaining a consistent chemical signature that progresses through each noted note from its primary pinene foundation down to the subtle traces of nerolidol.
As a THC-dominant hybrid, 808OG is reported to produce effects characterized by feelings of relaxation, happiness, and an uplifted state of mind. Given these reported physiological and psychological outcomes, the strain is frequently selected by users seeking assistance with stress management, pain relief, and sleep support. Its reputation as a high-yielding, versatile hybrid has cemented its utility both for cultivators and for those utilizing it for its specific therapeutic applications.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| pinene | ~60% | pine | focus · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~12% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
~28%
spicy
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Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
happy
anytimeuplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Balanced Hybrid
Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of 808OG.
Ancestry
Siblings
Share parent mandlebrots oil spill
Offspring — 5 strains bred from 808OG
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 808OG indica or sativa?
808OG is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in 808OG?
Pinene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is 808OG good for daytime use?
808OG is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.