Purple Octane
21.1%
THC
0.02%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Purple Octane has balanced effects.
Purple Octane potency is average.
Purple Octane
21.1%
THC
0.02%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Purple Octane has balanced effects.
Purple Octane potency is average.
Purple Octane is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar created through the pairing of Sunset Sherbert Bx and Jealousy. The developmental history of this strain remains unrecorded, with no specific breeder or origin narrative confirmed in the available data. As a modern hybrid, it is suited for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, requiring a moderate level of grower expertise to manage its sixty-day flowering cycle, which ultimately culminates in a high yield.
The chemical profile of Purple Octane is defined by a complex sequence of terpenes, led by caryophyllene followed by humulene, limonene, and linalool, with myrcene, bisabolol, beta-pinene, and pinene present in decreasing concentrations. This combination suggests a nuanced aromatic profile that likely bridges spicy, earthy, and floral notes. In terms of potency, the strain carries an estimated THC content of 21.1 percent and a negligible CBD concentration of approximately 0.02 percent, providing a chemical baseline consistent with contemporary hybrid-indica genetics.
Users typically report that Purple Octane induces a state that is both relaxed and focused. Given these effects, it is frequently utilized by those seeking support for pain management, stress relief, and sleep aid. While it serves as a distinct entry in modern cannabis breeding, it currently has no recorded offspring contributing to further genetic lineages.
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 |
| 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.
PMC11060501: opioid-independent antinociception; appetite suppression (anorectic); NF-κB dual-pathway synergy with caryophyllene.
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 Octane.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parents sunset sherbert bx / jealousy
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Purple Octane indica or sativa?
Purple Octane is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Purple Octane?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Humulene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Purple Octane good for daytime use?
Purple Octane 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.