Purple Punch
16.6%
THC
0.04%
CBG
Top flavors
Terpenes
Purple Punch effects are mostly energizing.
Purple Punch potency is average.
Purple Punch
16.6%
THC
0.04%
CBG
Top flavors
Terpenes
Purple Punch effects are mostly energizing.
Purple Punch potency is average.
Purple Punch is a modern hybrid-indica strain created by crossing Larry OG with Granddaddy Purple. Designed for ease of cultivation, this strain performs well in indoor environments, where it reaches maturity after a 56-day flowering period and is recognized for its high yields. As a contributor to modern hybridization, it has fostered a lineage of descendants including 9Lb Hammer x Purple Punch, Animal Cookies x Purple Punch, Purple Punch x Animal Cookies, Banana Latte, Biscotti x Purple Punch, Icy Grape, Blueberry Cheesecake, Bubba Kush x Purple Punch, Bubble Gum x Purple Punch, Melly’s Strain, Creamsicle #4 S1, and Purple Punch x Do-Si-Dos.
The chemical complexity of this profile is defined by a dominant presence of limonene, followed by caryophyllene, linalool, and myrcene. These primary compounds are complemented by a tertiary array that includes beta-pinene, humulene, pinene, and bisabolol. This specific terpene hierarchy dictates the sensory experience, grounding the aromatic and flavor profiles in the precise structural chemistry inherent to these compounds, which features 16.6% THC and 0.04% CBG.
Purple Punch is used to promote feelings of being relaxed, sleepy, and happy. Given these primary effects, the strain is frequently selected by users to manage symptoms related to sleep, stress, and pain. Its predictable physical profile and consistent cultivation metrics have secured its role as a foundational genetic component in the development of numerous contemporary cannabis varieties.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| linalool | ~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.
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: local anesthetic equal to procaine; anticonvulsant via glutamate/GABA modulation; reduces morphine tolerance via multisite opioid/GABAergic/cannabinoid action.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
sleepy
eveningMyrcene potentiates barbiturate sleep (Russo 2011); CBN 2024 RCT reduces nighttime awakenings at 20 mg; nerolidol+myrcene+linalool GABAergic compounded effect.
happy
anytimeGenetic 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.
Supernova Gardens Larry OG × Granddaddy Purple cross; blueberry-grape kool-aid aroma and powerful indica sedation.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Purple Punch.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parents larry og / granddaddy purple
Offspring — 30 strains bred from Purple Punch
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Purple Punch indica or sativa?
Purple Punch is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Purple Punch?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Purple Punch good for daytime use?
Purple Punch 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.