True Gangster Kush
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Terpenes
True Gangster Kush effects are mostly calming.
True Gangster Kush
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Terpenes
True Gangster Kush effects are mostly calming.
True Gangster Kush is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar developed through the crossing of Pine Tar Kush and Chitrali #1. This genetic pairing produces a plant that flowers in 53 days and achieves high yields, making it an option for moderate-level cultivators working in either indoor or outdoor environments. Its stable development cycle and production volume characterize its standing as a modern hybrid selection.
The chemical profile of True Gangster Kush is dictated by a terpene arrangement dominated by myrcene, followed by caryophyllene and pinene. These compounds contribute to the specific sensory nuance of the plant, delivering an aromatic profile that reflects this exact dominant-to-tertiary sequence. The interplay between these specific terpenes establishes the strain's consistent chemical composition and overall olfactory profile.
Users of True Gangster Kush report effects characterized by a sense of being relaxed, calm, and focused. These qualities make the strain suitable for addressing concerns related to pain, stress, and sleep. The cultivar has served as significant genetic material in contemporary breeding, with its progeny including Allusion OG, Dirty Brownie, Hells Angel, Maximo, Moon Walker, Panty Dropper S.E., Pink Snow, ShockWave, and Wintergreen Tahoe Snow #5.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| pinene | ~12% | pine | focus · creative |
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.
~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: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Indica-dominant
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 True Gangster Kush.
Siblings
Share parents pine tar kush / chitrali 1
Offspring — 3 strains bred from True Gangster Kush
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is True Gangster Kush indica or sativa?
True Gangster Kush is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in True Gangster Kush?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is True Gangster Kush good for daytime use?
True Gangster Kush 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.