Pineapple Upside Down Cake
20.6%
THC
0.09%
CBG
Top flavors
Terpenes
Pineapple Upside Down Cake has balanced effects.
Pineapple Upside Down Cake potency is average.
Pineapple Upside Down Cake
20.6%
THC
0.09%
CBG
Top flavors
Terpenes
Pineapple Upside Down Cake has balanced effects.
Pineapple Upside Down Cake potency is average.
Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a modern hybrid-sativa cultivar derived from the Pineapple Trainwreck lineage. This strain exhibits moderate growing difficulty but rewards cultivators with a high yield, achieving a finished flowering cycle in 45 days. Suited for both indoor and outdoor environments, the plant serves as a foundational genetic influence for numerous varieties, including Blueberry Pineapple Upsidedown Cake, Highena, Tahiti Breeze, Callaway Cough, Dä Wäe, and Friend of the devil.
The complex organoleptic profile of this THC-dominant cultivar is defined by a specific hierarchy of terpenes, beginning with a primary concentration of caryophyllene followed by humulene, bisabolol, pinene, linalool, limonene, myrcene, and beta-pinene. This chemical combination results in a distinct sensory experience that reflects the strain's specific genetic architecture, supported by a lab-tested THC content of 20.6% and 0.09% CBG.
Users of Pineapple Upside Down Cake report effects that are primarily creative, uplifted, and happy. Due to these characteristics, the strain is frequently selected for activities requiring sustained focus, creative output, or social engagement. As a modern hybrid, it is sought after by those prioritizing functionality alongside its documented terpene-driven profile, cementing its utility as a versatile option for daytime or interactive applications.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| humulene | ~28% | earthy | focus · solo |
| bisabolol | ~12% | floral | 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.
~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.
PMC11060501: opioid-independent antinociception; appetite suppression (anorectic); NF-κB dual-pathway synergy with caryophyllene.
PMC11060501: TRPA1 activation; NF-κB/AP-1 inhibition; synergistic antinociception with diclofenac NSAID; anti-inflammatory in acute dermatitis models; chamomile origin.
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 Pineapple Upside Down Cake.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent pineapple trainwreck
Offspring — 5 strains bred from Pineapple Upside Down Cake
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pineapple Upside Down Cake indica or sativa?
Pineapple Upside Down Cake is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).
What terpene is dominant in Pineapple Upside Down Cake?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Humulene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Pineapple Upside Down Cake good for daytime use?
Pineapple Upside Down Cake 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.