AK Confidential
Modern
LChybrid-indica
LA Cheese
12.6%
THC
Top flavors
spicyfloralcitrus
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
LA Cheese has balanced effects.
Low THCHigh THC
LA Cheese is lower THC than average.
LA Cheese
12.6%
THC
Top flavors
spicyfloralcitrus
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
LA Cheese has balanced effects.
Low THCHigh THC
LA Cheese is lower THC than average.
LA Cheese is a modern hybrid-indica strain derived from LA Confidential. Developed for both indoor and outdoor environments, the plant exhibits a moderate growth difficulty and is capable of producing a high yield within a 60-day flowering period. Its genetics have served as a foundation for further cultivation work, resulting in notable offspring including Lemon Circus, Putin's Sour Cheese, Space Grass, and Tropicanna Cheesecake.
The terpene profile of LA Cheese is characterized by a dominant presence of caryophyllene followed by nerolidol, limonene, and linalool. The secondary and tertiary layers of the profile consist of humulene, myrcene, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, and bisabolol. This complex chemical composition contributes to a distinct aromatic and sensory profile that reflects the interplay of these specific compounds.
As a THC-dominant cultivar, LA Cheese is reported to provide consumers with effects that are primarily relaxed, calm, and focused. These properties make the strain a suitable choice for addressing concerns related to pain, stress, and sleep. Beyond its immediate effects, the strain remains a significant genetic contributor to contemporary cannabis breeding programs.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
caryophyllene ~60%nerolidol ~28%limonene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| nerolidol | ~28% | floral | sleep · relaxing |
| 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.
Russo 2011: sedative properties; enhances transdermal pharmaceutical penetration; antimalarial; PMC11060501: GABAergic-mediated antinociception.
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 LA Cheese.
Siblings
Share parent la confidential
AK ConfidentialcaryophylleneAngel ’98caryophylleneCali Gangsta KushmyrceneDepth ChargelimoneneDoobie HowsermyrceneGodfathercaryophylleneGodfather OGcaryophylleneGrape LAcaryophylleneIsLAndcaryophylleneKing LouismyrceneL.A. ChocolatcaryophylleneLA JuicemyrceneLaughing LioncaryophylleneLAXcaryophylleneLucy's LemonsmyrceneSo G KushcaryophylleneTraining DayterpinoleneTupaccaryophylleneLA DreammyrcenePurple LAmyrceneSilver LAmyrceneSnowLAndmyrceneSomaliciousmyrceneSour SecretmyrceneCannadentialcaryophylleneCough DropsmyrceneHemlocklimoneneMammothcaryophylleneMercury RisingmyrcenePlanet Expresscaryophyllene
Offspring — 4 strains bred from LA Cheese
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is LA Cheese indica or sativa?
LA Cheese is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in LA Cheese?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Nerolidol follows as the secondary terpene.
Is LA Cheese good for daytime use?
LA Cheese 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.