Purple Caper
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Terpenes
Purple Caper has balanced effects.
Purple Caper
Top flavors
Terpenes
Purple Caper has balanced effects.
Purple Caper is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar derived from a genetic foundation of Sour Diesel, White Widow, and an unidentified Indica. This complex cross thrives in both indoor and outdoor environments, requiring moderate cultivation expertise to reach its full potential. The plant matures with a 65-day flowering cycle and is recognized for producing high yields, establishing it as a reliable option for growers seeking a balance of vigor and productivity.
The chemical expression of Purple Caper is defined by a diverse terpene profile, led by caryophyllene, myrcene, and limonene. Secondary contributions from humulene and beta-pinene provide additional complexity, while the profile rounds out with traces of linalool, pinene, bisabolol, isopulegol, nerolidol, ocimene, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, terpinolene, eucalyptol, and guaiol. This intricate combination of volatile compounds dictates the strain’s distinct sensory profile, which is strictly THC-dominant in its cannabinoid composition.
Consumers utilize Purple Caper for its capacity to induce calm, relaxation, and cognitive focus. These specific effects make the strain a functional choice for managing pain, stress, and sleep-related concerns. The lineage of this cultivar has proven significant, as it has served as the parent for notable offspring such as Grand Caper and Grand Theft Auto, solidifying its role in modern breeding programs.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| 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.
~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: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
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.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
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 Purple Caper.
Ancestry
Grandparents
Parents
Siblings
Share parents sour diesel / white widow / indica
Offspring — 2 strains bred from Purple Caper
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Purple Caper indica or sativa?
Purple Caper is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Purple Caper?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Purple Caper good for daytime use?
Purple Caper 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.