Golden Dragon
19%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Golden Dragon has balanced effects.
Golden Dragon potency is average.
Golden Dragon
19%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Golden Dragon has balanced effects.
Golden Dragon potency is average.
Golden Dragon is a modern hybrid strain whose exact origins remain undocumented. Because breeders have not publicly confirmed its lineage or historical development, its genetic background remains a subject of mystery rather than established record. Due to this lack of formal documentation, there is no verified breeder history or specific timeline of its initial creation available to the public.
The terpene profile of Golden Dragon is complex and diverse, descending from caryophyllene and myrcene to limonene, pinene, humulene, ocimene, nerolidol, linalool, beta-pinene, guaiol, p-cymene, bisabolol, eucalyptol, camphene, and caryophyllene-oxide. This cultivar maintains a THC-dominant profile, with an estimated average content of 19% THC and an estimated 0% CBD. Growers find this strain to be of moderate difficulty when cultivated in either indoor or outdoor environments, consistently achieving high yields after an average flowering period of 63 days.
Users typically report that the experience provided by Golden Dragon is relaxed, happy, and uplifted. Given these effects, the strain is frequently sought out for the management of stress, pain, and sleep difficulties. As of current records, there are no notable offspring recorded for this hybrid, leaving it as a singular entry in its genetic line.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| 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.
~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.
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
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Golden Dragon.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parent unknown strain
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Golden Dragon indica or sativa?
Golden Dragon is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Golden Dragon?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Golden Dragon good for daytime use?
Golden Dragon 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.