Cherried Alive
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Cherried Alive effects are mostly calming.
Cherried Alive
Cherried Alive is a modern hybrid strain with landrace genetics at its foundation, representing the contemporary cannabis breeding practice of refining traditional cultivars for consistency and potency. As a landrace-derived strain, it carries the genetic heritage of cannabis populations that evolved in specific geographic regions over generations, but has been selectively bred to meet the expectations of today's cultivators and consumers. While little public record exists regarding its original breeder or the specific regions that influenced its development, the strain's nomenclature suggests an intentional cultivation focus on vibrant, cherry-like characteristics that distinguish it within the modern hybrid marketplace.
The strain's aromatic and flavor profile is anchored by myrcene, its primary terpene, which contributes an earthy, herbal, and subtly fruity foundation with mild sedative undertones. This myrcene-dominant profile is complemented by caryophyllene, which adds spicy, peppery notes and may enhance the strain's potential anti-inflammatory properties, and limonene, which introduces bright citrus accents and mood-elevating aromatics. Together, these three terpenes create a complex sensory experience that balances herbal earthiness with fruity and spicy nuance, likely delivering the cherry-forward character the name implies while maintaining the deeper, warmer qualities typical of myrcene-rich cultivars.
Cherried Alive produces relaxed, happy, and uplifted effects that make it well-suited for managing stress and pain while potentially supporting sleep quality, particularly for users seeking daytime calm without heavy sedation. The strain flowers in a moderate 65-day cycle and presents moderate grow difficulty, making it accessible to intermediate cultivators while remaining rewarding for experienced growers. To date, no notable offspring strains have been recorded from Cherried Alive, though its balanced hybrid genetics and therapeutic profile position it as a solid foundation cultivar within modern breeding programs.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
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.
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.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
happy
anytimeuplifted
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
Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parent data not yet recorded for Cherried Alive.
No parent or offspring records — similar strains
Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.
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