Old Elephant
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Old Elephant effects are mostly energizing.
Old Elephant
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Terpenes
Old Elephant effects are mostly energizing.
Old Elephant is a modern hybrid-sativa cultivar bred from a complex lineage of Indica and Sativa, Elysian Fields, and Strawberry Fields. Its genetic foundation serves as the functional precursor to notable offspring including Columbian Necktie, Elysian Fields, and Jungle Fever. Cultivators can expect a moderate level of difficulty when managing this high-yielding variety, which completes its flowering cycle in approximately 55 days and thrives in both indoor and outdoor environments.
The chemical profile of Old Elephant is anchored by a dominant concentration of terpinolene, followed closely by myrcene, caryophyllene, and limonene. The sensory experience is further refined by trace contributions of caryophyllene-oxide, beta-pinene, camphene, ocimene, and linalool, with minor expressions of pinene, humulene, nerolidol, bisabolol, guaiol, alpha-terpinene, and gamma-terpinene. This diverse terpene arrangement results in a profile dominated by the distinct characteristics of its primary terpenes, which dictate the specific aromatic and sensory nuances of the finished flower.
As a THC-dominant cultivar, Old Elephant is sought after for its ability to promote creative, uplifted, and euphoric mental states. Its primary use cases center on enhancing creative endeavors, facilitating social engagement, and improving personal focus. The strain’s impact on contemporary breeding is verified by its successful role in producing subsequent generations like Jungle Fever and Columbian Necktie, affirming its utility as a foundational genetic contributor.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| terpinolene | ~60% | herbal | creative · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~12% | spicy | relaxing · social |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
~60%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~12%
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.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
creative
morningAssociated with terpinolene/limonene profiles; dopaminergic and serotonergic modulation via limonene 5-HT1A supports divergent thinking.
uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
happy
anytimeGenetic Profile
Sativa-dominant
Primarily sativa with indica grounding. Uplifting with body relaxation.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Old Elephant.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Parents
Siblings
Share parents indica sativa / elysian fields / strawberry fields
Offspring — 3 strains bred from Old Elephant
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Old Elephant indica or sativa?
Old Elephant is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).
What terpene is dominant in Old Elephant?
Terpinolene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Old Elephant good for daytime use?
Old Elephant 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.