Purple Diesel
21%
THC
0.1%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Purple Diesel has balanced effects.
Purple Diesel potency is average.
Purple Diesel
21%
THC
0.1%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Purple Diesel has balanced effects.
Purple Diesel potency is average.
Purple Diesel is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar derived from Original Sour Diesel. As a descendant of such a foundational genetic line, it has established itself within cultivation circles as a reliable performer that balances traditional vigor with contemporary trait selection. This strain is suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, offering growers a high yield after a moderate sixty-day flowering period.
The chemical profile of Purple Diesel is defined by a complex arrangement of terpenes, led by caryophyllene, limonene, and pinene. These are further supported by a secondary and tertiary layer of humulene, beta-pinene, linalool, myrcene, ocimene, bisabolol, camphene, and terpinolene. This specific blend of compounds informs the strain’s distinct sensory profile, rooting its nuanced aroma and flavor directly in this extensive terpene hierarchy.
As a THC-dominant cultivar, Purple Diesel is utilized primarily for its calm and focused physical effects, which frequently help users manage symptoms of pain, stress, and sleep disturbances. Its influence on modern cannabis genetics is evidenced by its diverse array of notable offspring, which include Bear Can, D98, Platinum Purple Hulk, Purple Sherb, and Purple Voodoo. By consistently passing on its desirable characteristics, Purple Diesel continues to function as a significant building block in contemporary hybridization programs.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| pinene | ~12% | pine | focus · 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: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
Russo 2011: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
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 Diesel.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent original sour diesel
Offspring — 5 strains bred from Purple Diesel
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Purple Diesel indica or sativa?
Purple Diesel is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Purple Diesel?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Purple Diesel good for daytime use?
Purple Diesel 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.