Gasmask
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Terpenes
Gasmask effects are mostly calming.
Gasmask
Top flavors
Terpenes
Gasmask effects are mostly calming.
Gasmask is a modern hybrid-indica strain developed through the crossing of Cherry Pie and Starfighter F2. As a result of this specific genetic lineage, the plant exhibits a moderate cultivation difficulty and achieves a high yield within a sixty-day flowering period. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, the strain has become a cornerstone for breeders, serving as the genetic foundation for numerous notable offspring including Cherry Pit, Cherry Street, Da Mask, Exterminator, FAK Mask, Gas OG, GMC, Gorilla Gas, Hash Mask, and Molotov Cocktail.
The complex terpene profile of Gasmask is characterized by a significant dominance of myrcene, followed by caryophyllene and pinene. The sensory experience is further layered by the presence of ocimene, humulene, and linalool, with subtle secondary contributions from limonene, beta-pinene, bisabolol, nerolidol, camphene, and terpinolene. This specific arrangement of aromatic compounds defines the strain's distinct sensory profile, presenting a nuanced chemical composition that remains consistent across harvests.
As a THC-dominant variety, Gasmask provides a consistent pharmacological profile that centers on users feeling relaxed, calm, and focused. Its therapeutic utility is primarily recognized in the management of pain, stress, and sleep-related concerns. Beyond its personal applications, the strain maintains a prominent role in the contemporary breeding landscape due to the consistency of its genetic traits and its established reputation for producing high-quality progeny.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| pinene | ~12% | pine | focus · 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: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
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 Gasmask.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parents cherry pie / starfighter f2
Offspring — 9 strains bred from Gasmask
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gasmask indica or sativa?
Gasmask is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Gasmask?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Gasmask good for daytime use?
Gasmask 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.