Colin OG
Modern
HHhybrid-indica
Humboldt Headband
Top flavors
spicyearthycitrus
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Humboldt Headband has balanced effects.
Humboldt Headband
Top flavors
spicyearthycitrus
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Humboldt Headband has balanced effects.
Humboldt Headband is a modern hybrid-indica variety derived from Sour Diesel genetics. The strain is cultivated over a 60-day flowering period and presents a moderate level of production difficulty. Growers can expect a high yield from this variety, which adapts well to both indoor and outdoor environments.
The chemical composition of Humboldt Headband is defined by a complex terpene profile dominated by caryophyllene, humulene, and limonene. Secondary terpenes include myrcene, bisabolol, beta-pinene, and linalool, while the profile rounds out with trace amounts of pinene, ocimene, camphene, nerolidol, caryophyllene-oxide, valencene, borneol, and terpinolene. This configuration creates a distinct aromatic and flavor experience reflective of this specific hierarchy of volatile compounds.
As a THC-dominant strain, Humboldt Headband is utilized to elicit relaxed, calm, and focused effects. It is frequently sought for its therapeutic potential in managing pain, stress, and sleep-related concerns. The influence of these genetics persists in its notable offspring, which include Bigfoot Glue and Humboldt Sour Diesel.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
caryophyllene ~60%humulene ~28%limonene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| humulene | ~28% | earthy | focus · 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.
PMC11060501: opioid-independent antinociception; appetite suppression (anorectic); NF-κB dual-pathway synergy with caryophyllene.
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 Humboldt Headband.
Ancestry
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Siblings
Share parent sour diesel
Abusive GrapemyrceneBlue MartinimyrceneBrain MeltmyrceneCherry GrapefruitmyrceneColin OGcaryophylleneCookie CrumbsmyrceneDouble Bubba SourcaryophylleneDouble Sour Gorilla BreathmyrceneEthos OGcaryophylleneGrape DieselmyrceneHead BandcaryophylleneHudson Valley SourmyrceneKona KushcaryophylleneKush MedicinemyrceneLemon SconesmyrceneMonkey SpankermyrcenePineapple FlanmyrcenePrune JuicemyrcenePurple CapercaryophylleneQuebec CBD 20-1myrceneSchismcaryophylleneShenron The DragonmyrceneShoreline Sour DieselmyrceneShortbreadcaryophylleneSnoop Dogg OGcaryophylleneSour BlastmyrceneSour BrasicaryophylleneSour ChillzmyrceneSour Mendo BombcaryophylleneSour Pezcaryophyllene
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Humboldt Headband
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Humboldt Headband indica or sativa?
Humboldt Headband is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Humboldt Headband?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Humulene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Humboldt Headband good for daytime use?
Humboldt Headband 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.