Afghan OG
Modern
RKhybrid-indica
Riley Kush
Top flavors
herbalcitrusspicy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Riley Kush effects are mostly energizing.
Riley Kush
Top flavors
herbalcitrusspicy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
Riley Kush effects are mostly energizing.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
terpinolene ~60%limonene ~28%caryophyllene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| terpinolene | ~60% | herbal | creative · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~12% | spicy | relaxing · social |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
~60%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
~12%
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.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
■ Indica 70%■ Sativa 30%
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 Riley Kush.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
AfghaniLandrace
myrcene· relaxed· sleepy
China - Indica
terpinolene· relaxed· focused
Girl Scout Cookies
caryophyllene· relaxed· creative
Green Crack
myrcene· energetic· uplifted
Indica
limonene· relaxed· focused
Insane Chem 91
terpinolene· relaxed· focused
Unknown Strain
caryophyllene· relaxed· happy
Great-grandparents
91 Dragons
terpinolene· relaxed· happy
China - Indica
terpinolene· relaxed· focused
Indica / Sativa
myrcene· relaxed· happy
Sorcerer
caryophyllene· relaxed· focused
Unknown Strain
caryophyllene· relaxed· happy
Grandparents
Chemdawg
caryophyllene· creative· relaxed
Hawaii - Hybrid
terpinolene· relaxed· happy
Hindu KushLandrace
camphene· relaxed· sleepy
Shaman
terpinolene· relaxed· happy
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Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Riley Kush indica or sativa?
Riley Kush is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Riley Kush?
Terpinolene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Riley Kush good for daytime use?
Riley Kush 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.