Bay 11
31.1%
THC
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Terpenes
Bay 11 has balanced effects.
Bay 11 potency is higher THC than average.
Bay 11
31.1%
THC
Top effects
Top flavors
Terpenes
Bay 11 has balanced effects.
Bay 11 potency is higher THC than average.
Bay 11 is a modern sativa cultivar bred from a lineage of Ken's Kush. Cultivated primarily in outdoor environments, this strain reaches maturity after a 67-day flowering period and is considered a project of moderate difficulty for growers, providing a medium yield at harvest. Its genetic influence has proven expansive within the cannabis community, serving as a parent to numerous notable offspring including Yoga Booty, Ala Moana, Bay Berry, Bay Dream, Bay Platinum Cookies, Bay Thunderbolt, Cali Quake, Cheddar, Hypnosis, OJ, Popsicle, and Quavo 11.
The terpene profile of Bay 11 is led by caryophyllene, followed by myrcene, limonene, and pinene, with humulene, ocimene, and nerolidol serving as supplemental components. The chemical composition continues to broaden through secondary and tertiary influences of linalool, beta-pinene, guaiol, p-cymene, bisabolol, eucalyptol, and camphene, concluding with caryophyllene-oxide. This diverse configuration of compounds dictates the specific aromatic and flavor profile characteristic of the strain.
As a THC-dominant cultivar, Bay 11 is primarily categorized by its functional, cerebral impact. Users report effects that are consistently creative, energetic, and uplifted, making the strain a practical choice for tasks requiring focused attention, social interaction, or creative engagement. By balancing its distinct sativa-leaning profile with a versatile range of use cases, Bay 11 maintains a consistent presence in modern cultivation lineages.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| limonene | ~12% | citrus | social · 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%
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.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
creative
morningAssociated with terpinolene/limonene profiles; dopaminergic and serotonergic modulation via limonene 5-HT1A supports divergent thinking.
energetic
morningAssociated with ocimene/terpinolene profiles; stimulating without sedation; largely emergent from absence of sedating compounds rather than a direct mechanism.
uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Pure Sativa
Cerebral, energizing genetics. Tall plants, narrow leaves, longer flowering.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Bay 11.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent kens kush
Offspring — 17 strains bred from Bay 11
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bay 11 indica or sativa?
Bay 11 is modeled here as a pure sativa (cerebral, energizing genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Bay 11?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Bay 11 good for daytime use?
Bay 11 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.