Arcata Ghost
Modern
CMChybrid-sativa
Cuban Missile Crisis
Top flavors
earthycitrusspicy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Cuban Missile Crisis effects are mostly calming.
Cuban Missile Crisis
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
myrcene ~60%limonene ~28%caryophyllene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~12% | spicy | relaxing · social |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
~12%
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.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
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creative
morningAssociated with terpinolene/limonene profiles; dopaminergic and serotonergic modulation via limonene 5-HT1A supports divergent thinking.
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uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
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happy
anytimeGenetic 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 Cuban Missile Crisis.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
AfghaniLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
MexicanLandrace
terpinolene· uplifted· energetic
ThaiLandrace
myrcene· energetic· creative
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Siblings
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cuban Missile Crisis indica or sativa?
Cuban Missile Crisis is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).
What terpene is dominant in Cuban Missile Crisis?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Cuban Missile Crisis good for daytime use?
Cuban Missile Crisis 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.