Alberni Borealis
Modern
Nhybrid
Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson
Top flavors
earthyspicycitrus
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson effects are mostly calming.
Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
myrcene ~60%caryophyllene ~28%limonene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| 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.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~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: 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.
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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 Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson.
Ancestry
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Siblings
Share parents northern lights 5 / willie nelson
Big DaddymyrceneBlue MonstermyrceneBlueberry Zkittlez AutomaticmyrceneClowns KushmyrceneDeep Ellum BluesmyrceneFrosty BuckeyemyrceneFruity JuicemyrceneGrizzly PeakmyrceneHeadLitesmyrceneJackfrostmyrceneJolly GrapemyrceneMendo LightsmyrceneNorthern Lights #5 X HazemyrceneNorthStarmyrceneOrange SweetsmyrcenePrime MoonshinemyrceneSilver PearlmyrceneStarShinemyrceneONExBONL5NHmyrceneBandaide HazemyrceneJackterpinoleneMango HazemyrceneWilly WonkamyrceneBogglegummyrceneFive-OmyrceneKIF KetamamyrceneNeon LightslimoneneNL Blvd.myrceneNorthern RuntzmyrcenePinkman Gooterpinolene
Offspring — 2 strains bred from Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson indica or sativa?
Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson good for daytime use?
Northern Lights 5 x Willie Nelson 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.