Sour Sage
16.6%
THC
0.05%
CBD
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Terpenes
Sour Sage effects are mostly calming.
Sour Sage potency is average.
Sour Sage
16.6%
THC
0.05%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Sour Sage effects are mostly calming.
Sour Sage potency is average.
Sour Sage is a modern hybrid whose history remains thin and undocumented. Because its exact origins and development are not publicly confirmed, its status as a descendant of Chile Verde OG rests on limited documentation that lacks a formal breeder narrative. As a result, the specific intent behind its creation or the exact timeline of its emergence remains unclear to the broader cannabis community, with no verified lore or established lineage to definitively anchor its introduction to the market.
The terpene profile of Sour Sage is characterized by a dominant presence of myrcene, followed by pinene, caryophyllene, limonene, beta-pinene, humulene, linalool, ocimene, caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, isopulegol, nerolidol, and terpinolene. This complex chemical architecture suggests an aromatically diverse experience, and because its cannabinoid potency is based on averaged professional reports, it carries an estimated THC content of 16.6% alongside an estimated 0.05% CBD. These compounds work in concert to define the strain's sensory profile, which reflects a nuanced balance inherent in its documented chemical markers.
Users typically report feeling relaxed, happy, and uplifted after consumption, making it an option for those seeking relief from stress, pain, or sleep difficulties. Sour Sage performs well in both indoor and outdoor environments, offering a high yield for cultivators who can manage its moderate level of growing difficulty within a 60-day flowering cycle. Despite its utility in these use cases, there are no recorded varieties currently recognized as notable offspring in its genetic lineage.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| pinene | ~28% | pine | focus · 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.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Russo 2011: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
~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.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
happy
anytimeuplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Balanced Hybrid
Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Sour Sage.
Ancestry
Siblings
Share parent chile verde og
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Sour Sage
name-inferredComposite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sour Sage indica or sativa?
Sour Sage is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Sour Sage?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Pinene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Sour Sage good for daytime use?
Sour Sage 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.