Apple Fritter
18.7%
THC
0.04%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Apple Fritter effects are mostly energizing.
Apple Fritter potency is average.
Apple Fritter
18.7%
THC
0.04%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Apple Fritter effects are mostly energizing.
Apple Fritter potency is average.
Apple Fritter is a modern hybrid strain born from a complex genetic lineage consisting of Animal Cookies, Green Crack, Gushers, Mac 1, and Runtz. This cultivar is known for its moderate growing difficulty and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can expect a high yield from this plant, which reaches maturity after a 63-day flowering period.
The chemical profile of Apple Fritter is uniquely defined by a broad spectrum of terpenes, led by dominant caryophyllene followed by limonene, humulene, and isopulegol. These are further supported by a diverse tertiary arrangement including linalool, pinene, beta-pinene, bisabolol, myrcene, ocimene, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, nerolidol, guaiol, borneol, gamma-terpinene, eucalyptol, p-cymene, terpinolene, geraniol, alpha-terpinene, and sabinene. This intricate composition works in synergy to create a distinct sensory profile, with these terpenes contributing to the strain’s specific aromatic and flavor complexity.
As a THC-dominant strain, Apple Fritter frequently produces effects characterized by a state of being relaxed, happy, and uplifted. These attributes make it a frequent choice for the management of stress, pain, and sleep issues. The influence of this strain on modern cannabis genetics is significant, as evidenced by its extensive list of notable offspring, including Applatto, Apple Barz, Apple Bottoms, Apple Cru, Apple Danish, Apple Fritter Bioboost, Apple Fritter Cookies, Apple Fritter S1, Apple Fritter x Banana Sundae.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| linalool | ~12% | floral | 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: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
~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: local anesthetic equal to procaine; anticonvulsant via glutamate/GABA modulation; reduces morphine tolerance via multisite opioid/GABAergic/cannabinoid action.
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 Apple Fritter.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Parents
Siblings
Share parents animal cookies / green crack / gushers / mac 1 / runtz
Offspring — 30 strains bred from Apple Fritter
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Apple Fritter indica or sativa?
Apple Fritter is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Apple Fritter?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Apple Fritter good for daytime use?
Apple Fritter 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.