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Sour Jamaican Lime

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Sour Jamaican Lime has balanced effects.

Sour Jamaican Lime is a modern hybrid-indica strain developed through the crossing of OG Kush and Afgooey. This cultivar requires moderate cultivation experience and is suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, offering a high yield with a flowering cycle of 60 days. Its genetic lineage has established a foundation for several notable offspring, including Double Sour Lime F3, Jamaican Sunset F2, Lime Blues F3, and Lime Venom F3.

The sensory profile of this THC-dominant strain is defined by a complex terpene hierarchy led by caryophyllene, myrcene, and limonene, followed by humulene, linalool, bisabolol, nerolidol, and beta-pinene. Further nuances are provided by trace amounts of pinene, geraniol, borneol, camphene, and terpinolene, concluding with caryophyllene-oxide. This chemical architecture creates a distinct aromatic and flavor experience characterized by the interaction of these primary and secondary compounds.

Regarding therapeutic application, Sour Jamaican Lime produces effects focused on relaxation, calmness, and mental clarity, making it an appropriate choice for users managing pain, stress, or sleep-related issues. The strain’s influence remains consistent with its hybrid-indica classification, balancing its diverse genetic background to facilitate targeted symptom relief. Its established efficacy has secured its position within the broader breeding landscape, as evidenced by its continued presence in the lineage of several distinct follow-up generations.

Terpene Profile

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

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

earthy

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Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.

~12%

citrus

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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 Jamaican Lime.

Composite Traits

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Similar strains

Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sour Jamaican Lime indica or sativa?

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

What terpene is dominant in Sour Jamaican Lime?

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

Is Sour Jamaican Lime good for daytime use?

Sour Jamaican Lime 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.