Guillotine Gas
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Guillotine Gas has balanced effects.
Guillotine Gas
Guillotine Gas is a modern hybrid strain born from the crossbreeding of Platinum Punch and Blue Light Special. Information regarding its specific origin, breeder identity, and release date remains undocumented, as there is currently no formal record detailing its development. This hybrid serves as a direct descendant of its parental lineage, with no notable offspring recorded in current databases.
The aromatic and sensory profile of this cultivar is driven by a complex chemical composition. Its primary terpene is caryophyllene, followed by limonene, myrcene, humulene, terpinolene, linalool, beta-pinene, pinene, bisabolol, guaiol, nerolidol, ocimene, camphene, caryophyllene-oxide, and p-cymene. Cultivators growing this strain in either indoor or outdoor environments can expect a moderate level of difficulty, with a flowering phase that reaches maturity at 60 days. The strain is capable of producing a high yield at the end of its cultivation cycle.
As a THC-dominant hybrid, Guillotine Gas produces effects categorized as relaxed, happy, and uplifted. These characteristics make it a functional choice for patients seeking relief from stress and pain, while also serving as a viable option to assist with sleep. The strain remains a specialized selection for those interested in the specific phenotypic expressions of its platinum and blue-lineage genetics.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~12% | earthy | relaxing · 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: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
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.
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 Guillotine Gas.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parents platinum punch / blue light special
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Guillotine Gas indica or sativa?
Guillotine Gas is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Guillotine Gas?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Guillotine Gas good for daytime use?
Guillotine Gas 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.