Elusive Giraffe
Modern
Kindica
K8
Top flavors
earthypineherbal
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
K8 effects are mostly calming.
K8
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
myrcene ~60%pinene ~28%terpinolene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| pinene | ~28% | pine | focus · creative |
| terpinolene | ~12% | herbal | creative · social |
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.
Russo 2011: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
~12%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
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relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
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happy
anytime△
uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Pure Indica
■ Indica 100%■ Sativa 0%
Body-heavy, relaxing genetics. Short stature, dense buds, broad leaves.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of K8.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Ananda
limonene· relaxed· focused
Girl Scout Cookies
caryophyllene· relaxed· creative
Grape Ape
caryophyllene· relaxed· focused
Green Crack
myrcene· energetic· uplifted
Indica / Sativa
myrcene· relaxed· happy
Lebanon - Indica
limonene· relaxed· focused
Great-grandparents
Grapefruit
myrcene· creative· uplifted
OG Eddy Lepp
terpinolene· relaxed· focused
Unknown Strain
caryophyllene· relaxed· happy
Grandparents
4 Locoz
terpinolene· relaxed· happy
Indica
limonene· relaxed· focused
The Original Z
myrcene· relaxed· focused
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Siblings
Share parents afghani / hindu kush indica
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Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is K8 indica or sativa?
K8 is modeled here as a pure indica (body-heavy, relaxing genetics).
What terpene is dominant in K8?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Pinene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is K8 good for daytime use?
K8 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.