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Dark Creatures
Top flavors
earthyspicycitrus
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Dark Creatures effects are mostly calming.
Dark Creatures
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
myrcene ~60%caryophyllene ~28%limonene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~12% | citrus | social · creative |
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.
~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.
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relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
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happy
anytime△
uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Autoflower
Photoperiod-independent. Flowers based on age, not light cycle. Compact and fast.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Dark Creatures.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Acapulco GoldLandrace
terpinolene· energetic· uplifted
Blueberry
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
Bubba Kush
limonene· relaxed· sleepy
Colombian GoldLandrace
pinene· uplifted· energetic
Girl Scout Cookies
caryophyllene· relaxed· creative
Haze
caryophyllene· energetic· creative
MexicanLandrace
terpinolene· uplifted· energetic
OG Kush
limonene· relaxed· creative
Skunk #1
pinene· relaxed· uplifted
Sunset Sherbet
caryophyllene· relaxed· uplifted
ThaiLandrace
myrcene· energetic· creative
White Widow
myrcene· uplifted· creative
Great-grandparents
AfghaniLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
Blue Dream
myrcene· uplifted· creative
Durban PoisonLandrace
terpinolene· energetic· uplifted
Gelato
limonene· relaxed· creative
Girl Scout Cookies
caryophyllene· relaxed· creative
Green Crack
myrcene· energetic· uplifted
Northern Lights
caryophyllene· relaxed· sleepy
Silver Haze
myrcene· creative· energetic
Skunk #1
pinene· relaxed· uplifted
Trainwreck
terpinolene· creative· energetic
White Rhino
limonene· relaxed· sleepy
Grandparents
AK47
terpinolene· creative· uplifted
Purple AK-47
myrcene· relaxed· happy
Ruderalis
myrcene· relaxed· happy
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Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dark Creatures indica or sativa?
Dark Creatures is modeled here as a autoflower (photoperiod-independent).
What terpene is dominant in Dark Creatures?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Dark Creatures good for daytime use?
Dark Creatures 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.