Indica
19.2%
THC
0.06%
CBD
Top flavors
Indica effects are mostly energizing.
Indica potency is average.
Indica is a modern indica-dominant cultivar with an undocumented lineage. Often associated with the global expansion of cannabis consumption, the strain is widely credited to have shaped the contemporary market through its stability and ease of cultivation. It reaches maturity with a 56-day flowering period and is considered easy to grow in both indoor and outdoor environments, consistently producing a medium yield.
The chemical profile of this strain is defined primarily by myrcene, followed by secondary amounts of caryophyllene and tertiary notes of pinene. This specific terpene arrangement creates a distinct aromatic foundation that informs the sensory experience of the flower. As a THC-dominant variety, the combination of these terpenes contributes to a profile characterized by a focused and calm sensory arrival.
Users frequently select Indica for the management of pain, stress, and sleep. Its effects provide a pervasive sense of relaxation that remains sufficiently grounded to allow for a focused mental state. This genetic foundation has served as the base for an extensive list of notable offspring, including G-13, AK4Way, Afghanistan - Indica, Hawaii - Indica, Africa - Indica, India - Indica, Matanuska Thunderfuck, Kazakhstan - Indica, USA - Indica, Big Nugs FAST, Himalaya - Indica, and GSPot.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| linalool | ~12% | floral | 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.
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.
Russo 2011: local anesthetic equal to procaine; anticonvulsant via glutamate/GABA modulation; reduces morphine tolerance via multisite opioid/GABAergic/cannabinoid action.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Pure Indica
Body-heavy, relaxing genetics. Short stature, dense buds, broad leaves.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parent data not yet recorded for Indica.
Offspring — 30 strains bred from Indica
Composite Traits
Where to buy Indica
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Indica indica or sativa?
Indica is modeled here as a pure indica (body-heavy, relaxing genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Indica?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Indica good for daytime use?
Indica 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.