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Sour Brasi

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Sour Brasi has balanced effects.

Sour Brasi is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar derived from Sour Diesel. Its lineage points to a focused breeding project aimed at balancing traditional potent traits with contemporary stability. This strain is widely credited to cultivators seeking to refine the vigor of its parentage, resulting in a plant that requires moderate growing skill. It thrives in both indoor and outdoor environments, rewarding the grower with high yields and a compressed 55-day flowering period.

The chemical profile of Sour Brasi is defined by a complex, layered terpene expression beginning with caryophyllene and humulene as the primary and secondary constituents. These are followed by a diverse entourage of limonene, myrcene, bisabolol, and beta-pinene, with trace contributions from linalool, pinene, ocimene, camphene, nerolidol, caryophyllene-oxide, valencene, borneol, and terpinolene. This intricate blend of terpenes creates a distinct aromatic and flavor experience that is directly tied to its specific chemical taxonomy.

As a THC-dominant cultivar, Sour Brasi provides effects characterized by feelings of relaxation, calmness, and mental focus. These qualities make it a frequent choice for the management of pain, stress, and sleep difficulties. Its influence on the cannabis landscape is underscored by its status as the parent of notable offspring, specifically Super Sour CBD, which has become a significant entry in the lineage of modern therapeutic-focused genetics.

Terpene Profile

Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.

caryophyllene ~60%humulene ~28%limonene ~12%
TerpeneShare
caryophyllene~60%
humulene~28%
limonene~12%

Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.

~60%

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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.

~28%

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PMC11060501: opioid-independent antinociception; appetite suppression (anorectic); NF-κB dual-pathway synergy with caryophyllene.

~12%

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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.

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 Sour Brasi.

Composite Traits

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Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sour Brasi indica or sativa?

Sour Brasi is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).

What terpene is dominant in Sour Brasi?

Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Humulene follows as the secondary terpene.

Is Sour Brasi good for daytime use?

Sour Brasi 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.