Black Sugar Berry
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Terpenes
Black Sugar Berry has balanced effects.
Black Sugar Berry
Top flavors
Terpenes
Black Sugar Berry has balanced effects.
Black Sugar Berry is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar derived from the parent strain Plush Berry. As a professionally bred hybrid, it is designed for consistent performance, requiring moderate cultivation expertise to manage successfully in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can expect a high yield from this plant, which reaches maturity after a 60-day flowering cycle.
The terpene profile of Black Sugar Berry is complex and layered, led by a dominant presence of caryophyllene followed by pinene, limonene, and myrcene. These are further supported by a secondary and tertiary structure consisting of linalool, humulene, beta-pinene, terpinolene, bisabolol, and caryophyllene-oxide. This specific chemical arrangement creates a distinct aromatic and flavor experience, defined by the interplay between the primary spicy caryophyllene and fresh, woody pinene notes, rounded out by citrusy limonene and a subtle botanical finish.
Black Sugar Berry is a THC-dominant strain that produces effects characterized as relaxed, calm, and focused. These properties make the cultivar particularly well-suited for addressing concerns related to pain, stress, and sleep. Beyond its immediate user benefits, the strain has established a broad genetic footprint, serving as a parent to numerous varieties including Black SkunkBerry, CAPT KONGaroo, Grand Daddy Platinum PurpBerry Cookies, Grandma's Sugar Cookies, Kong, Ron Swanson Kush, Shooks Rum Kush, Sugar Valley Kush, and Zion's Cure.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| pinene | ~28% | pine | focus · creative |
| 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: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
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.
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 Black Sugar Berry.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent plush berry
Offspring — 8 strains bred from Black Sugar Berry
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Black Sugar Berry indica or sativa?
Black Sugar Berry is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Black Sugar Berry?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Pinene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Black Sugar Berry good for daytime use?
Black Sugar Berry 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.