Highland AK Auto
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Highland AK Auto effects are mostly calming.
Highland AK Auto
Highland AK Auto is a modern, auto-flowering variety derived directly from the genetics of Blueberry Crystal. Designed for simplicity in cultivation, the strain performs well in both indoor and outdoor environments, reaching maturity after a 77-day flowering cycle. While its yield is consistently low, its status as a breeding parent is solidified by its notable offspring, Blue Beast, which carries forward its specific genetic architecture.
The terpene profile of Highland AK Auto is characterized by a complex, layered composition dominated by myrcene, caryophyllene, and limonene. Secondary and tertiary aromatic contributions are provided by pinene, terpinolene, linalool, beta-pinene, humulene, and nerolidol, while the chemical foundation is rounded out by trace amounts of ocimene, bisabolol, guaiol, camphene, caryophyllene-oxide, and p-cymene. This botanical diversity creates a distinct sensory profile typical of its modern auto lineage.
As a THC-dominant cultivar, Highland AK Auto produces effects characterized as relaxed, happy, and uplifted. These traits make the strain a functional choice for users seeking support with stress management, pain relief, and sleep aid. By passing its genetic traits to successors like Blue Beast, the variety continues to influence modern breeding programs focused on specific cannabinoid profiles and manageable growth cycles.
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 |
| 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.
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
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 Highland AK Auto.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent blueberry crystal
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Highland AK Auto
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Highland AK Auto indica or sativa?
Highland AK Auto is modeled here as a autoflower (photoperiod-independent).
What terpene is dominant in Highland AK Auto?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Highland AK Auto good for daytime use?
Highland AK Auto 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.