Black Cherry Punch
18%
THC
0.02%
CBD
Top flavors
Black Cherry Punch effects are mostly energizing.
Black Cherry Punch potency is average.
Black Cherry Punch is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar with an undocumented lineage. The variety is recognized for its cultivation cycle, which finishes flowering in approximately 58 days. It is considered a plant of moderate growing difficulty that performs well in both indoor and outdoor environments, consistently providing growers with a high yield.
The chemical profile of Black Cherry Punch is dominated by limonene, followed by myrcene, linalool, caryophyllene, humulene, bisabolol, beta-pinene, pinene, and terpinolene. This precise combination of terpenes defines the aromatic and flavor profile of the strain.
As a THC-dominant cultivar with 18% THC and 0.02% CBD, Black Cherry Punch is utilized for its capacity to induce effects characterized as relaxed and focused. These properties make it a frequent choice for the management of pain, stress, and sleep. Beyond its primary applications, the strain has served as a foundational genetic component in the development of several hybrids, including Black Cherry Punch x White Giant, Cherry Punch Dawg, Forbidden Fruit Punch, and Fruit Cocktail Punch.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| 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.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
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
Parent data not yet recorded for Black Cherry Punch.
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Black Cherry Punch indica or sativa?
Black Cherry Punch is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Black Cherry Punch?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Black Cherry Punch good for daytime use?
Black Cherry Punch 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.