Monkey Punch
19.2%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Monkey Punch effects are mostly energizing.
Monkey Punch potency is average.
Monkey Punch
19.2%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Monkey Punch effects are mostly energizing.
Monkey Punch potency is average.
Monkey Punch is a modern indica strain derived directly from Purple Punch 2.0. Developed for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, this variety presents an accessible profile for growers, requiring only 56 days to complete its flowering phase while offering a reliable medium yield. Its genetic potential is demonstrated in its notable offspring, White Monkey, which carries forward its lineage.
The aromatic and flavor profile of Monkey Punch is defined by a complex chemical arrangement, led by a dominant presence of limonene and caryophyllene. These primary terpenes are supported by secondary and tertiary compounds including myrcene, beta-pinene, pinene, humulene, caryophyllene-oxide, linalool, guaiol, camphene, terpinolene, bisabolol, and p-cymene. This specific terpene hierarchy contributes to the strain's distinctive sensory nuance, distinguishing it as a THC-dominant cultivar.
The effects of Monkey Punch are categorized by a sensation of being relaxed, calm, and focused. These properties make the strain particularly effective for managing pain, stress, and sleep. As a THC-dominant modern indica, its well-defined therapeutic applications and its influence on current breeding lines, such as the development of White Monkey, solidify its position in contemporary cannabis genetics.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · 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: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
~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
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 Monkey Punch.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent purple punch 2 0
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Monkey Punch
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Monkey Punch indica or sativa?
Monkey Punch is modeled here as a pure indica (body-heavy, relaxing genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Monkey Punch?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Monkey Punch good for daytime use?
Monkey Punch 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.