Purple Kush
Modern
Mindica
Melonade
22.2%
THC
0.28%
CBG
Top flavors
pinespicyearthy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Melonade effects are mostly energizing.
Low THCHigh THC
Melonade potency is average.
Melonade
22.2%
THC
0.28%
CBG
Top flavors
pinespicyearthy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Melonade effects are mostly energizing.
Low THCHigh THC
Melonade potency is average.
Melonade is a modern indica variety derived from its parent, Lemon Tree. Recognized for its accessible cultivation profile, this strain is well-suited for both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers can expect a medium yield after a short flowering period of only 49 days, making it an efficient choice for those seeking a straightforward cultivation experience.
The biochemical composition of Melonade is characterized by a complex, layered terpene profile led by pinene, caryophyllene, and myrcene. This foundation is followed by beta-pinene, bisabolol, humulene, limonene, linalool, and terpinolene. This diverse chemical arrangement contributes to the strain's distinct sensory profile, balancing sharp, aromatic notes with deeper, earthy undertones upon consumption.
As a THC-dominant strain with 22.2% THC and 0.28% CBG, Melonade provides users with effects that are consistently relaxed and focused. These qualities make it a practical option for managing pain, stress, and sleep difficulties. Its influence on the modern cannabis landscape is evidenced by its frequent use in hybridization, serving as a foundational parent for a wide range of offspring including Sweet Seduction, Devil Driver, Garanimals x Melonade, LGMO, Melon Heads, Melonade 5.0, Melonatta, Rum Cake, That’s My Purse, Watermelon Crawl, Watermelon Granita, and Flavor-Ade.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
pinene ~60%caryophyllene ~28%myrcene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| pinene | ~60% | pine | focus · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| 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.
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.
~28%
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: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
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 Melonade.
Ancestry
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Siblings
Share parent lemon tree
BallsweatmyrceneForbidden TerpzmyrceneGas Mark 10myrceneJimmy's LemonsmyrceneLemon SherbetmyrceneLime CookiemyrceneThe 2019myrceneBoof TangmyrceneLemon Strawberry BombmyrceneLondon Citrus CakemyrceneBlue LimezmyrceneDaymanmyrceneLavenademyrceneLemon Glazed DonutsmyrceneLemon PartymyrceneLemon RuntzmyrceneLemon TmyrceneLemonsmyrceneLime SlurpimyrceneLime ZerbmyrceneLimescottimyrceneMoney TreemyrceneRomie RollinsmyrceneStraw LimezmyrceneApple PuckermyrceneHood Lemon DropsmyrceneLemon Tree FastmyrceneLemon Tree S1myrceneTerp Treemyrcene707 Lemon Treemyrcene
Offspring — 20 strains bred from Melonade
Devil DriverlimoneneFlavor-AdepineneLGMOlimoneneMade U CreampineneMelon Ball PunchpineneMelon HeadscaryophylleneMelon SicklepineneMelonade 5.0caryophylleneMelonade LifeSaverpineneMelonade SundaepineneMelonattacaryophylleneMusherspineneRum CakecaryophylleneSweet SeductioncaryophylleneThat’s My PursecaryophylleneTropical MiragepineneWatermelon CrawlcaryophylleneWatermelon GranitacaryophylleneWhite LinenmyrceneZk Fruitpinene
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melonade indica or sativa?
Melonade is modeled here as a pure indica (body-heavy, relaxing genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Melonade?
Pinene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Melonade good for daytime use?
Melonade 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.