Blue City Diesel
Modern
RDhybrid
Red Diesel
15.4%
THC
Top flavors
earthypinecitrus
CalmingEnergizing
Red Diesel effects are mostly calming.
Low THCHigh THC
Red Diesel potency is average.
Red Diesel is a modern hybrid cannabis strain derived from its parent, NYC Diesel. It is cultivated over a 70-day flowering period, requiring moderate growing expertise to manage in both indoor and outdoor environments. When optimized, the strain is capable of producing a high yield, and it further serves as the genetic foundation for the notable offspring known as Jack Diesel.
The terpene profile of Red Diesel is led by myrcene, followed by pinene, limonene, caryophyllene, beta-pinene, linalool, humulene, bisabolol, and terpinolene. This diverse chemical arrangement informs the strain's sensory profile, resulting in a complex aromatic experience dictated by these specific primary and secondary compounds.
As a THC-dominant variety with 15.4% THC and 0% CBD, Red Diesel provides effects that are categorized as relaxed, happy, and uplifted. These therapeutic properties make it a frequent choice for users seeking support with stress, pain, and sleep-related concerns. Through its consistent cannabinoid expression and established offspring, Red Diesel maintains a functional role in contemporary clinical and recreational cannabis applications.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
myrcene ~60%pinene ~28%limonene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| pinene | ~28% | pine | focus · creative |
| 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.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
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.
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.
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relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
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happy
anytime△
uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Balanced Hybrid
■ Indica 50%■ Sativa 50%
Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Red Diesel.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Colombian GoldLandrace
pinene· uplifted· energetic
Malawi GoldLandrace
terpinolene· energetic· uplifted
South Indian IndicaLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
ThaiLandrace
myrcene· energetic· creative
Great-grandparents
Haze
caryophyllene· energetic· creative
Northern Lights
caryophyllene· relaxed· sleepy
ThaiLandrace
myrcene· energetic· creative
Grandparents
AfghaniLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
MexicanLandrace
terpinolene· uplifted· energetic
Silver Haze
myrcene· creative· energetic
Trainwreck
terpinolene· creative· energetic
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Siblings
Share parent nyc diesel
Auto Diesel MangomyrceneAuto Pink GrapefruitmyrceneAuto Purple AmnesiamyrceneBio-StarmyrceneBlue City DieselmyrceneChembustioncaryophylleneEthos ApexmyrceneFourPlaymyrceneGotham GluemyrceneGrape JellylimoneneGuillotinemyrceneJack Diesel ExpressmyrceneLilac CookiesmyrceneLilac DieselcaryophylleneLow DieselmyrceneMango Cream AutomyrceneMendo DieselmyrceneNorth East Chocolate DieselmyrceneOG13myrceneOnyxmyrcenePANTHERAterpinoleneRivo MintsmyrceneRomulan DieselmyrceneSanctuarymyrceneSour Trop BXmyrceneSpeedy GonzalesmyrceneSuper Mad Sky FloatermyrceneSuperautomaticmyrceneTha ShiznitterpinoleneThe Big Lebovskymyrcene
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Red Diesel
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Red Diesel indica or sativa?
Red Diesel is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Red Diesel?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Pinene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Red Diesel good for daytime use?
Red 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.