Chybrid

Cardi-B

22%

THC

Top flavors

citrusspicyfloral
CalmingEnergizing

Cardi-B effects are mostly energizing.

Low THCHigh THC

Cardi-B potency is average.

Cardi-B is a modern hybrid strain derived from the parent Lickz. Beyond this, its exact origins remain undocumented, and breeders have not provided a public account of its development or lineage history. As the specific crossing details are not fully recorded, the history of this strain remains limited to its link to Lickz without further confirmed genetic context. It is a plant of moderate cultivation difficulty that thrives in both indoor and outdoor environments, yielding high quantities of flower after a 61-day flowering period.

This strain features a complex terpene profile led by limonene, followed by caryophyllene, linalool, myrcene, ocimene, humulene, geraniol, beta-pinene, isopulegol, pinene, camphene, nerolidol, p-cymene, borneol, bisabolol, terpinolene, and caryophyllene-oxide. While these components are confirmed, the subjective sensory experience of an estimated 22% THC potency tends to interact with this chemical diversity to produce its specific aromatic characteristics. Consumers often note the influence of these dominant terpenes, which likely contribute to the strain’s distinct olfactory profile and overall flavor nuances.

Users report that Cardi-B consistently produces effects that are relaxed, happy, and uplifted. Given these qualities, it is frequently utilized for the management of stress, pain, and sleep issues. While it serves as a potent tool for these specific therapeutic use cases, Cardi-B has no recorded notable offspring, leaving its current impact on further cannabis breeding limited in scope.

Terpene Profile

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

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

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.

~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%

floral

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Russo 2011: local anesthetic equal to procaine; anticonvulsant via glutamate/GABA modulation; reduces morphine tolerance via multisite opioid/GABAergic/cannabinoid action.

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 Cardi-B.

Composite Traits

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evening-wind-downdaytime-productivity

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Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cardi-B indica or sativa?

Cardi-B is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).

What terpene is dominant in Cardi-B?

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

Is Cardi-B good for daytime use?

Cardi-B 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.