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Head Hunter

20.7%

THC

0.04%

CBD

Top flavors

spicyearthycitrus
CalmingEnergizing

Head Hunter has balanced effects.

Low THCHigh THC

Head Hunter potency is average.

Head Hunter is a modern, hybrid-indica cultivar whose exact origins remain undocumented. While the strain is recognized as having Ice Cream Bx in its lineage, information regarding the primary breeder or the history of this specific cross is incomplete. Because no breeding records have been publicly confirmed, the provenance of Head Hunter remains a subject of ongoing discussion rather than established fact, reflecting its status as a strain with a thinly documented background.

The chemical profile of Head Hunter is defined by a complex array of terpenes, led by caryophyllene followed by myrcene, limonene, pinene, humulene, ocimene, nerolidol, linalool, beta-pinene, guaiol, p-cymene, bisabolol, eucalyptol, camphene, and caryophyllene-oxide. Based on current data, the strain boasts an estimated THC content of 20.7% alongside approximately 0.04% CBD. Cultivators report this plant reaches maturity with a 50-day flowering cycle and maintains a moderate difficulty level. It is suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments and offers a high yield potential for those who manage the crop effectively.

Users often turn to Head Hunter for its ability to provide a state of being both relaxed and focused. It is frequently utilized in clinical or personal settings to address concerns related to pain, stress, and sleep. Despite its distinct chemical presence, there are currently no recorded offspring associated with this variety.

Terpene Profile

Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.

caryophyllene ~60%myrcene ~28%limonene ~12%
TerpeneShare
caryophyllene~60%
myrcene~28%
limonene~12%

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.

~28%

earthy

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Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.

~12%

citrus

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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.

Genetic Profile

Indica-dominant

■ Indica 70%■ Sativa 30%

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 Head Hunter.

Composite Traits

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Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Head Hunter indica or sativa?

Head Hunter is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).

What terpene is dominant in Head Hunter?

Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.

Is Head Hunter good for daytime use?

Head Hunter 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.