Bluff Creek
Modern
CEhybrid-indica
Close Encounters
Top flavors
spicyearthy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Close Encounters has balanced effects.
Close Encounters
Top flavors
spicyearthy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Close Encounters has balanced effects.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
caryophyllene ~60%myrcene ~28%humulene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| humulene | ~12% | earthy | focus · solo |
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: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
■ Indica 70%■ Sativa 30%
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Close Encounters.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
AfghaniLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
Northern Lights
caryophyllene· relaxed· sleepy
OG Kush
limonene· relaxed· creative
SFV OG Kush
myrcene· relaxed· focused
Great-grandparents
Durban PoisonLandrace
terpinolene· energetic· uplifted
Fire OG
caryophyllene· relaxed· happy
Girl Scout Cookies
caryophyllene· relaxed· creative
Granddaddy Purple
caryophyllene· relaxed· sleepy
Grandparents
Animal Cookies
limonene· relaxed· sleepy
Black Raven
caryophyllene· relaxed· focused
Cherry Pie
myrcene· relaxed· uplifted
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Siblings
Share parent alien life form
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Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Close Encounters indica or sativa?
Close Encounters is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Close Encounters?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Close Encounters good for daytime use?
Close Encounters 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.