Banana Ice Pop
Modern
Phybrid-indica
Platinum
17%
THC
Top flavors
citrusspicyearthy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Platinum effects are mostly energizing.
Low THCHigh THC
Platinum potency is average.
Platinum
17%
THC
Top flavors
citrusspicyearthy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Platinum effects are mostly energizing.
Low THCHigh THC
Platinum potency is average.
Platinum is a modern hybrid-indica strain developed from its parent, Perma Frost. Designed for consistent production, the plant completes its flowering cycle in 60 days and reaches a high yield potential. It is categorized as a moderate difficulty grow, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation environments.
The terpene profile of Platinum is complex, led by caryophyllene followed by limonene, linalool, pinene, and humulene. Secondary and tertiary notes in the chemistry include beta-pinene, myrcene, nerolidol, camphene, p-cymene, terpinolene, caryophyllene-oxide, and bisabolol. This specific chemical arrangement creates a distinct sensory experience that defines the cultivar.
As a THC-dominant variety, Platinum is primarily used to address pain, stress, and sleep concerns, with users reporting effects that are relaxed and focused. Its influence on modern cannabis breeding is extensive, as evidenced by its role in producing numerous offspring including XXX Mints, Blueberry Cruffin, Fire Skunk Breath, Platinum Skunk Breath, Platinum Candy Mintz, Mass Super Skunk 2022, Aurelium, Bifrost, Crystal Cookies v2, Daddy Mac, Daily Strawberry, and Deluxe Sugarcane.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
limonene ~60%caryophyllene ~28%myrcene ~12%
| 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
Indica-dominant
■ Indica 70%■ Sativa 30%
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Platinum.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
BrazilianLandrace
terpinolene· energetic· uplifted
South Indian IndicaLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
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Siblings
Share parent perma frost
Offspring — 30 strains bred from Platinum
AureliumlimoneneBifrostlimoneneBlueberry CruffinmyrceneDaddy MaclimoneneDaily StrawberryterpinoleneDeluxe SugarcanelimoneneDripzillalimoneneFire Skunk BreathlimoneneGASperlimoneneGlazed PastrieslimoneneMango MadnesscaryophylleneMass Super Skunk 2022caryophylleneMasterpiecelimonenePla-ChatalimonenePlatinu YodalimonenePlatinum BuffalolimonenePlatinum CakelimonenePlatinum Candy MintzlimonenePlatinum DosilimonenePlatinum FloatlimonenePlatinum GarliccaryophyllenePlatinum Gorilla Cookie PunchcaryophyllenePlatinum GusherslimonenePlatinum JellycaryophyllenePlatinum Mint PunchlimonenePlatinum OG-DlimonenePlatinum OreozcaryophyllenePlatinum Scout V2caryophyllenePlatinum Skunk BreathlimonenePlatinum Terplelimonene
Composite Traits
Where to buy Platinum
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Platinum indica or sativa?
Platinum is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Platinum?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Platinum good for daytime use?
Platinum 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.