AK Skunk
Modern
Bhybrid
Budzilla
28.2%
THC
Top flavors
spicyfloralherbal
CalmingEnergizing
Budzilla has balanced effects.
Low THCHigh THC
Budzilla potency is higher THC than average.
Budzilla
28.2%
THC
Top flavors
spicyfloralherbal
CalmingEnergizing
Budzilla has balanced effects.
Low THCHigh THC
Budzilla potency is higher THC than average.
Budzilla is a modern hybrid cannabis strain derived from Skunk lineage. Designed for cultivators seeking reliable production, this cultivar thrives in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can expect a high yield from this variety, which reaches maturity after a 56-day flowering period, though it is categorized as having a moderate growth difficulty.
The terpene profile of Budzilla is anchored by a complex ladder of compounds, headed by caryophyllene, nerolidol, and terpinolene. This cascade continues through pinene, myrcene, humulene, beta-pinene, limonene, linalool, bisabolol, and guaiol, tapering off into caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, eucalyptol, and ocimene. This diverse chemical arrangement produces a sensory profile that is notably intricate due to its specific ranking of dominant and secondary aromatics.
As a THC-dominant hybrid, Budzilla is primarily utilized to induce results that are relaxed, happy, and uplifted. These effects make the strain a functional choice for individuals managing stress, pain, or difficulties with sleep. The genetic legacy of this cultivar is documented through its role as a parent to the offspring known as Total Paralysis.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
caryophyllene ~60%nerolidol ~28%terpinolene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| nerolidol | ~28% | floral | sleep · relaxing |
| terpinolene | ~12% | herbal | creative · social |
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: sedative properties; enhances transdermal pharmaceutical penetration; antimalarial; PMC11060501: GABAergic-mediated antinociception.
~12%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
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 Budzilla.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
Colombian GoldLandrace
pinene· uplifted· energetic
Malawi GoldLandrace
terpinolene· energetic· uplifted
MexicanLandrace
terpinolene· uplifted· energetic
South Indian IndicaLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
ThaiLandrace
myrcene· energetic· creative
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Siblings
Share parent skunk
AK SkunkcaryophylleneAmnesia Skunk AutomaticcaryophylleneAutoEuforiacaryophylleneBlack Lemon AutocaryophylleneBlue ThaicaryophylleneBlueberry SuperskunkcaryophylleneBubba x SkunknerolidolC4-MaticmyrceneCaliforniancaryophylleneCash ExpresscaryophylleneCassidyterpinoleneChannel+caryophylleneCitral SkunkcaryophylleneCropical FruitcaryophylleneCucamongaterpinoleneDaybreakterpinoleneDeadly Purple WidowterpinoleneDeep DishcaryophylleneDumpster CakepineneEnergy RushcaryophylleneFast & VastmyrceneFour Way SpecialscaryophylleneFourwaycaryophylleneG13 SkunkcaryophylleneGrand ManitouterpinoleneGray SignoracaryophylleneGreen BananascaryophylleneGreenGoldcaryophylleneHaze AutocaryophylleneIced Apple Skunkterpinolene
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Budzilla
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Budzilla indica or sativa?
Budzilla is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Budzilla?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Nerolidol follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Budzilla good for daytime use?
Budzilla 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.