Black Cherry Cookies
Modern
LChybrid
Luke Cage
Top flavors
spicycitrusearthy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Luke Cage has balanced effects.
Luke Cage
Luke Cage is a modern hybrid strain derived from a cross between Obama Cookies and Cookies and Cream. Information regarding the specific history and origin of this cultivar is undocumented, with no definitive records regarding its original breeder or regional provenance. As a modern hybrid, it reflects the lineage common to contemporary cookie-based family trees, though its precise development remains unrecorded in current industry archives.
The chemical expression of Luke Cage is defined by a comprehensive terpene profile led by caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene, followed by humulene, nerolidol, linalool, bisabolol, pinene, p-cymene, beta-pinene, guaiol, and terpinolene. This complex composition contributes to a multifaceted aromatic and sensory experience. The plant performs well in both indoor and outdoor environments, reaches maturity after a 60-day flowering period, and provides a high yield for cultivators of moderate experience.
As a THC-dominant hybrid, Luke Cage is reported to produce effects that are primarily relaxing, happy, and uplifted. These characteristics make it a common choice for individuals managing stress, pain, or difficulties with sleep. While it serves as a stable component of the modern cannabis landscape, there are currently no notable offspring recorded in genetic databases for this strain.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
caryophyllene ~60%limonene ~28%myrcene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~12% | earthy | 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.
~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: 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.
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
Balanced Hybrid
■ Indica 50%■ Sativa 50%
Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Luke Cage.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
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Siblings
Share parents obama cookies / cookies and cream
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Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Luke Cage indica or sativa?
Luke Cage is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Luke Cage?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Luke Cage good for daytime use?
Luke Cage 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.