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Brains Damage

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Brains Damage effects are mostly calming.

Brains Damage is a modern hybrid-sativa strain developed through the crossbreeding of Hawaii Sativa, Mango, and KC 36. Its precise breeding history remains thin, with no additional documentation available regarding its specific origin or creator. As a modern hybrid, it is suited for cultivation in both indoor and outdoor environments, offering a high yield for growers of moderate experience after a flowering period of 63 days.

The chemical profile of Brains Damage is complex, featuring a confirmed terpene hierarchy dominated by myrcene, followed by limonene, caryophyllene, pinene, linalool, beta-pinene, humulene, ocimene, and bisabolol. This specific combination creates a distinct sensory experience defined by the interplay of these compounds. The presence of these terpenes, led by myrcene and limonene, provides a sharp, nuanced aromatic profile that characterizes the strain’s flavor and scent profile throughout its development.

As a THC-dominant cultivar, Brains Damage is known to produce effects that are creative, uplifted, and happy. These properties make it a functional choice for activities requiring focus or for those seeking to engage in social settings. Currently, there are no recorded notable offspring lineage-traced to this strain, nor has it been linked to specific historical shifts in the modern cannabis landscape.

Terpene Profile

Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.

myrcene ~60%limonene ~28%caryophyllene ~12%
TerpeneShare
myrcene~60%
limonene~28%
caryophyllene~12%

Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.

~60%

earthy

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Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.

~28%

citrus

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Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.

~12%

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.

Effects

Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.

Genetic Profile

Sativa-dominant

■ Indica 30%■ Sativa 70%

Primarily sativa with indica grounding. Uplifting with body relaxation.

THC-Dominant

High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.

Genealogy

Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Brains Damage.

Composite Traits

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Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brains Damage indica or sativa?

Brains Damage is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).

What terpene is dominant in Brains Damage?

Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.

Is Brains Damage good for daytime use?

Brains Damage 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.