1984
Modern
KOhybrid-indica
King OG
19.6%
THC
0.05%
CBD
Top flavors
citrusearthyspicy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
King OG effects are mostly energizing.
Low THCHigh THC
King OG potency is average.
King OG
19.6%
THC
0.05%
CBD
Top flavors
citrusearthyspicy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
King OG effects are mostly energizing.
Low THCHigh THC
King OG potency is average.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
limonene ~60%myrcene ~28%caryophyllene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~12% | spicy | relaxing · 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: 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.
~12%
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.
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 King OG.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Blackberry
myrcene· relaxed· focused
Lucifer OG
myrcene· relaxed· focused
SFV OG Kush
myrcene· relaxed· focused
Great-grandparents
Biker Kush
myrcene· relaxed· focused
Fire OG
caryophyllene· relaxed· happy
Hells Angel OG
myrcene· relaxed· happy
Larry OG Kush
myrcene· relaxed· happy
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Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is King OG indica or sativa?
King OG is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in King OG?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is King OG good for daytime use?
King OG 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.