Rocky Road
25.4%
THC
0.09%
CBG
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Terpenes
Rocky Road effects are mostly energizing.
Rocky Road potency is higher THC than average.
Rocky Road
25.4%
THC
0.09%
CBG
Top flavors
Terpenes
Rocky Road effects are mostly energizing.
Rocky Road potency is higher THC than average.
Rocky Road is a modern, hybrid-indica strain for which the exact origins remain undocumented. While the lineage is sometimes associated with Peanutbutter Starfighter, breeders have not publicly confirmed this cross, and the full genetic history of the cultivar remains a subject of debate within the community. Due to this lack of formal documentation, there is no verified breeder history or specific timeline for its emergence, leaving its precise genetic lineage and development as a matter of significant technical uncertainty.
The chemical profile of Rocky Road is defined by a complex range of compounds, with limonene acting as the dominant terpene, followed by caryophyllene, linalool, myrcene, humulene, beta-pinene, pinene, and finally bisabolol. This strain features an estimated 25.4% THC content, with negligible levels of CBD and an estimated 0.09% CBG, though these remain average projections rather than batch-specific laboratory constants. Growers can expect a moderate cultivation difficulty and a flowering period of 63 days, which results in a high yield suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments.
Users typically report a combination of relaxed and focused effects following consumption. Given these characteristics, it is often utilized to assist with the management of pain, stress, and sleep. Despite its function as a modern hybrid-indica, there are currently no recorded notable offspring descending from this cultivar, and no further genetic legacy has been established to date.
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.
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 Rocky Road.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Rocky Road indica or sativa?
Rocky Road is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Rocky Road?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Rocky Road good for daytime use?
Rocky Road 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.