Mahaa
Modern
AHhybrid-indica
Afghan Hammer
Top flavors
herbalearthypine
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Afghan Hammer effects are mostly energizing.
Afghan Hammer
Top flavors
herbalearthypine
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Afghan Hammer effects are mostly energizing.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
terpinolene ~60%myrcene ~28%pinene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| terpinolene | ~60% | herbal | creative · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| pinene | ~12% | pine | focus · creative |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
~60%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
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.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
■ Indica 70%■ Sativa 30%
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Afghan Hammer.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
Acapulco GoldLandrace
terpinolene· energetic· uplifted
AfghaniLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
Afghani #1
pinene· relaxed· focused
Colombian GoldLandrace
pinene· uplifted· energetic
Malawi GoldLandrace
terpinolene· energetic· uplifted
MexicanLandrace
terpinolene· uplifted· energetic
Skunk #1
pinene· relaxed· uplifted
South Indian IndicaLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
Spacedawg
caryophyllene· creative· uplifted
ThaiLandrace
myrcene· energetic· creative
Grandparents
A-Dawg
pinene· relaxed· focused
Afghani #1
pinene· relaxed· focused
Haze
caryophyllene· energetic· creative
Indica
limonene· relaxed· focused
Skunk #1
pinene· relaxed· uplifted
Trainwreck
terpinolene· creative· energetic
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Siblings
Share parent afghanistan indica
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Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Afghan Hammer indica or sativa?
Afghan Hammer is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Afghan Hammer?
Terpinolene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Afghan Hammer good for daytime use?
Afghan Hammer 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.