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Captain Hook

Top flavors

earthyspicycitrus
CalmingEnergizing

Captain Hook effects are mostly calming.

Captain Hook is a modern hybrid strain with a lineage that remains only partially documented. While data identifies its primary parent as Pirate Booty, breeders have not publicly confirmed the identity of the additional cultivar or cultivars involved in its creation. Because the full genetic history is currently incomplete, the specific origins and development timeline of this plant are largely undocumented.

The chemical profile of Captain Hook is characterized by a broad spectrum of secondary metabolites, led by a dominant presence of myrcene, caryophyllene, and limonene. Secondary and tertiary terpenes include pinene, nerolidol, beta-pinene, linalool, humulene, ocimene, guaiol, p-cymene, bisabolol, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, geraniol, and isopulegol. This complex array tends to define the strain’s sensory profile, contributing an estimated depth of flavor and aroma that shifts across the palate.

Captain Hook is a THC-dominant hybrid that consistently provides relaxed, happy, and uplifted effects. These properties make it a targeted choice for consumers seeking support for stress, pain, and sleep. The strain is cultivated effectively in both indoor and outdoor environments, presenting a moderate level of botanical difficulty for growers. With a flowering period of exactly 60 days, it is known to produce a high yield. There are currently no recorded notable offspring from this strain.

Terpene Profile

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

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

earthy

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

~28%

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.

~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

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 Captain Hook.

Ancestry

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Composite Traits

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daytime-productivitymorning-useevening-wind-down

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Similar strains

Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Captain Hook indica or sativa?

Captain Hook is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).

What terpene is dominant in Captain Hook?

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

Is Captain Hook good for daytime use?

Captain Hook 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.