Neapolitan
15.2%
THC
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Terpenes
Neapolitan has balanced effects.
Neapolitan potency is average.
Neapolitan
15.2%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Neapolitan has balanced effects.
Neapolitan potency is average.
The origins of Neapolitan remain undocumented, and breeders have not publicly confirmed the full ancestral lineage beyond its connection to Rainbow Belts 2.0. As a modern hybrid, the strain lacks a verifiable development history, and its exact pedigree remains a subject of incomplete records. Because professional documentation regarding its creation is thin, the specific circumstances surrounding its breeding are not established in current market data.
Neapolitan possesses a confirmed terpene profile characterized by a dominant presence of caryophyllene followed by limonene, humulene, myrcene, linalool, bisabolol, beta-pinene, pinene, and caryophyllene-oxide. This specific chemical arrangement suggests a complex aromatic profile, though its potency is limited to an estimated 15.2% THC. Growers may anticipate a moderate cultivation experience with this hybrid, which is suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. The plant reaches maturity after a 56-day flowering period and is known to produce a high yield.
Users typically report feeling relaxed, happy, and uplifted after consumption. These effects align with its common use cases, which include the management of stress, pain, and sleep difficulties. Despite its presence in the modern market, there are currently no recorded offspring or significant genetic successors attributed to Neapolitan in verified botanical databases.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| humulene | ~12% | earthy | focus · 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.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
happy
anytimeuplifted
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
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 Neapolitan.
Ancestry
Siblings
Share parent rainbow belts 2 0
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Neapolitan indica or sativa?
Neapolitan is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Neapolitan?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Neapolitan good for daytime use?
Neapolitan 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.