Astro Thunderfuck
Modern
BJChybrid
Big John Cheese
Top flavors
spicyearthyfloral
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Big John Cheese has balanced effects.
Big John Cheese
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
caryophyllene ~60%myrcene ~28%nerolidol ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| nerolidol | ~12% | floral | sleep · relaxing |
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: sedative properties; enhances transdermal pharmaceutical penetration; antimalarial; PMC11060501: GABAergic-mediated antinociception.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
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relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
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happy
anytime△
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
Balanced Hybrid
■ Indica 50%■ Sativa 50%
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 Big John Cheese.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Green Crack
myrcene· energetic· uplifted
Skunk #1
pinene· relaxed· uplifted
Tres Dawg
myrcene· relaxed· focused
Great-grandparents
AfghaniLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
Afghani #1
pinene· relaxed· focused
Appalachia
myrcene· relaxed· focused
Skunk No. 1
terpinolene· creative· uplifted
Grandparents
Appalachian Thunderfuck
myrcene· relaxed· happy
Cheese
caryophyllene· creative· uplifted
Rockster's Cheese
terpinolene· creative· uplifted
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Siblings
Share parent milky black cheezuz
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Big John Cheese indica or sativa?
Big John Cheese is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Big John Cheese?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Big John Cheese good for daytime use?
Big John Cheese 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.