Sour Tsunami
33.6%
THC
0.04%
CBD
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Terpenes
Sour Tsunami effects are mostly calming.
Sour Tsunami potency is higher THC than average.
Sour Tsunami
33.6%
THC
0.04%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Sour Tsunami effects are mostly calming.
Sour Tsunami potency is higher THC than average.
Sour Tsunami is a modern, hybrid-sativa cultivar bred through the crossing of Sour Diesel, Double Diesel, and Green Crack. This strain requires a moderate level of expertise from cultivators, who can expect a high yield from plants finished in a 63-day flowering window. Suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments, the strain serves as a significant genetic foundation for its many notable offspring, including Strawberry Blaze, Big Crack Tsunami, Canna-So-Hard, Harly Kush CBD, Auto Clinical, Auto Eter Express, Blunami, CannaBoom CBD+, Citrus Tsunami, Clinical, Comfortably Numb, and Enlightened Cookies.
The chemical complexity of Sour Tsunami is defined by a terpene profile led by myrcene, followed by linalool, caryophyllene, ocimene, limonene, humulene, nerolidol, bisabolol, beta-pinene, terpinolene, pinene, caryophyllene-oxide, borneol, and camphene. This specific arrangement of compounds contributes to a distinct aromatic and flavor experience characterized by the interplay of these secondary metabolites, ranging from the foundational notes of myrcene to the trace nuances of camphene.
Consumers of Sour Tsunami report a consistent set of effects, specifically feeling creative, uplifted, and happy. Given these characteristics, the strain is well-suited for activities requiring creativity, social interaction, and prolonged focus. Its influence on the modern cannabis landscape is evidenced by its extensive lineage of progeny, cementing its utility as a primary genetic source for breeders targeting specific behavioral outcomes.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| linalool | ~28% | floral | 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: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Russo 2011: local anesthetic equal to procaine; anticonvulsant via glutamate/GABA modulation; reduces morphine tolerance via multisite opioid/GABAergic/cannabinoid action.
~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.
creative
morningAssociated with terpinolene/limonene profiles; dopaminergic and serotonergic modulation via limonene 5-HT1A supports divergent thinking.
uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
happy
anytimeGenetic Profile
Sativa-dominant
Primarily sativa with indica grounding. Uplifting with body relaxation.
CBD-Dominant
High CBD, low THC. Non-intoxicating. Anti-inflammatory, anxiolytic, neuroprotective.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Sour Tsunami.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Parents
Siblings
Share parents sour diesel / double diesel / green crack
Offspring — 30 strains bred from Sour Tsunami
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sour Tsunami indica or sativa?
Sour Tsunami is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).
What terpene is dominant in Sour Tsunami?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Linalool follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Sour Tsunami good for daytime use?
Sour Tsunami 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.