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California Haze

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California Haze effects are mostly energizing.

California Haze is a modern hybrid-sativa lineage featuring a specific genetic cross between Sensi Amnesia and Trainwreck. Developed to thrive in both indoor and outdoor environments, this strain requires a moderate level of cultivation expertise to manage its growth cycle. With a flowering period of approximately 65 days, it is known for producing high yields. The strain has established its place in the market as a parent variety, most notably contributing to the development of Dedoverde Haze.

The terpene profile of California Haze is led by a dominant concentration of terpinolene, followed closely by myrcene, limonene, beta-pinene, and caryophyllene. This volatile chemical composition is further nuanced by the presence of ocimene, pinene, humulene, and isopulegol, with trace amounts of alpha-terpinene, linalool, gamma-terpinene, nerolidol, bisabolol, borneol, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, sabinene, eucalyptol, geraniol, and p-cymene. This complex arrangement of secondary and tertiary compounds shapes the distinctive aromatic profile and flavor dynamics of the flower.

As a THC-dominant cultivar, California Haze is primarily utilized to facilitate creativity, social engagement, and sustained focus. Users typically report a heightened sense of being uplifted and euphoric, making it a functional choice for those seeking to enhance cognitive productivity or interpersonal interaction. Its distinct psychoactive properties and consistent genetic output have solidified its utility for individuals prioritizing focus-centric applications.

Terpene Profile

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

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

herbal

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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.

~28%

earthy

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

~12%

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.

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 California Haze.

Composite Traits

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Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is California Haze indica or sativa?

California Haze is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).

What terpene is dominant in California Haze?

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

Is California Haze good for daytime use?

California Haze 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.