Sundae Sunset
22.7%
THC
0.04%
CBD
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Terpenes
Sundae Sunset effects are mostly energizing.
Sundae Sunset potency is average.
Sundae Sunset
22.7%
THC
0.04%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Sundae Sunset effects are mostly energizing.
Sundae Sunset potency is average.
Sundae Sunset is a modern hybrid whose precise provenance remains a point of mystery for the cannabis community. While the mother line is recognized as Sundae Driver, the remaining lineage is undocumented, and the breeder has not publicly detailed the specific path of its creation. Consequently, the development history of this strain remains unrecorded, and its origins are considered thin and incomplete by current industry standards.
The aromatic and flavor profile of Sundae Sunset is defined by a complex, confirmed hierarchy of terpenes, led by limonene, caryophyllene, and myrcene, followed by humulene, beta-pinene, pinene, bisabolol, camphene, nerolidol, linalool, gamma-terpinene, geraniol, p-cymene, and terpinolene, with alpha-terpinene present as the tertiary-adjacent component. Its cannabinoid content features an estimated 22.7% THC and an estimated 0.04% CBD. Growers find the strain to be of moderate difficulty, requiring a 68-day flowering period to reach its full potential, though the reward is a high yield that performs well in both indoor and outdoor environments.
Users typically report that Sundae Sunset produces a relaxed, happy, and uplifted experience. Its therapeutic utility is primarily noted for the management of stress, pain, and sleep difficulties. Despite its prominence in some contemporary circles, there are no notable offspring currently recorded in public breeding logs, leaving the current genetic legacy of Sundae Sunset limited to the individual plant itself.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| limonene | ~60% | citrus | social · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~12% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
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.
~28%
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.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
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 Sundae Sunset.
Ancestry
Siblings
Share parent sundae driver
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sundae Sunset indica or sativa?
Sundae Sunset is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Sundae Sunset?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Sundae Sunset good for daytime use?
Sundae Sunset 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.