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Kernel PuTang

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Kernel PuTang has balanced effects.

Kernel PuTang is a modern hybrid-sativa cultivar bred from the crossing of Van Apple Sour and Pu Tang. Designed for cultivators seeking both vigor and efficiency, this strain performs well in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can anticipate a high yield upon reaching maturity, which typically occurs after a 70-day flowering period. With a moderate growth difficulty, the plant requires consistent management to reach its full production potential.

The chemical profile of this hybrid is defined by a complex, layered terpene expression that begins with a dominant presence of caryophyllene. This primary note is followed by myrcene, limonene, terpinolene, and humulene, with traces of linalool, bisabolol, beta-pinene, guaiol, pinene, ocimene, isopulegol, valencene, nerolidol, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, and gamma-terpinene. This extensive aromatic and flavor profile is anchored by its THC-dominant cannabinoid composition, providing a distinct sensory experience that reflects its multifaceted genetic synthesis.

Users often report that Kernel PuTang produces creative, uplifted, and euphoric effects, making it a functional choice for those seeking to enhance focus or engage in social settings. Its efficacy in these areas has established it as a foundational plant for further hybridization. The genetic legacy of this strain is evidenced by its notable offspring, which include Kernel PuTang S1, Sour Kernel, and Yellow Irene, ensuring its influence continues within contemporary breeding programs.

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

Sativa-dominant

■ Indica 30%■ Sativa 70%

Primarily sativa with indica grounding. Uplifting with body relaxation.

THC-Dominant

High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.

Genealogy

Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Kernel PuTang.

Ancestry

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Composite Traits

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Similar strains

Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kernel PuTang indica or sativa?

Kernel PuTang is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).

What terpene is dominant in Kernel PuTang?

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

Is Kernel PuTang good for daytime use?

Kernel PuTang 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.