Bananimal
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Terpenes
Bananimal has balanced effects.
Bananimal
Top flavors
Terpenes
Bananimal has balanced effects.
Bananimal is a modern, hybrid-indica strain derived from Animal Cookies. This genetics profile establishes the plant as a descendant of a reputable line, requiring moderate cultivation expertise from growers. It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, where it maintains a 75-day flowering cycle and is recognized for producing a high yield.
The chemical complexity of Bananimal is defined by a deep terpene profile led by caryophyllene, limonene, and linalool. These are supported by a diverse secondary and tertiary array including myrcene, humulene, bisabolol, guaiol, beta-pinene, nerolidol, pinene, ocimene, borneol, camphene, caryophyllene-oxide, terpinolene, geraniol, and eucalyptol. This specific combination creates a distinct sensory profile, anchoring the plant's aromatic and flavor traits in its robust, multi-layered chemical structure.
As a THC-dominant variety, Bananimal provides effects that are categorized as both relaxed and focused. Consequently, the strain is frequently selected to address needs related to pain, stress, and sleep. While it serves as a stable component of a modern garden, there are currently no recorded offspring following the original lineage of this hybrid-indica.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| 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.
~60%
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: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
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.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
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 Bananimal.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Siblings
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Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bananimal indica or sativa?
Bananimal is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Bananimal?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Bananimal good for daytime use?
Bananimal 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.