Skywalker
24.9%
THC
0.8%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Skywalker effects are mostly energizing.
Skywalker potency is average.
Skywalker
24.9%
THC
0.8%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Skywalker effects are mostly energizing.
Skywalker potency is average.
Skywalker is a modern indica-dominant cultivar bred from Joe’s OG Kush. As a descendant of established OG lines, it is widely credited to have cultivated a reputation for reliability in cultivation, fitting for both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers report that the plant reaches maturity with a flowering time of 58 days and offers a medium yield, maintaining a difficulty rating of easy throughout its development.
The chemical profile of this strain is anchored by a complex terpene hierarchy, led by limonene, followed by myrcene, caryophyllene, linalool, beta-pinene, nerolidol, humulene, pinene, camphene, isopulegol, terpinolene, ocimene, bisabolol, gamma-terpinene, and alpha-terpinene. These compounds combine to define the sensory experience, grounding the cultivar's specific aromatic output in this precise sequence of dominant and tertiary expressions.
As a THC-dominant variety with 24.9% THC, 0.8% CBD, and 0% CBG, Skywalker is commonly sought to facilitate states of relaxation and focus. These effects make it a frequent choice for users managing pain, stress, or sleep-related difficulties. The strain’s genetic influence continues to shape the modern market through its notable offspring, which include Pound Cake, Knight Rider, Tryzub, and Royal Skywalker.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| 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.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~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
Pure Indica
Body-heavy, relaxing genetics. Short stature, dense buds, broad leaves.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Skywalker.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent joes og kush
Offspring — 4 strains bred from Skywalker
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Skywalker indica or sativa?
Skywalker is modeled here as a pure indica (body-heavy, relaxing genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Skywalker?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Skywalker good for daytime use?
Skywalker 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.