Underdog OG
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Underdog OG has balanced effects.
Underdog OG
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Terpenes
Underdog OG has balanced effects.
Underdog OG is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar with an undocumented lineage. As the specific genetic origins remain unknown, the strain has established itself as a producer of high yields within a sixty-three-day flowering cycle. It is categorized as a project of moderate cultivation difficulty, performing reliably in both indoor and outdoor environments.
The aromatic profile of Underdog OG is defined by a complex chemical composition, led by the spicy, peppery influence of caryophyllene. This is balanced by the calming earthiness of myrcene and the bright, citrus notes of limonene. The sensory experience is further nuanced by a tertiary and trace profile featuring pinene, humulene, ocimene, nerolidol, linalool, beta-pinene, guaiol, p-cymene, bisabolol, eucalyptol, camphene, and caryophyllene-oxide. This chemical diversity creates a distinctive terpene bouquet that underscores the strain's THC-dominant status.
Users report that Underdog OG facilitates states of physical relaxation, calm, and mental focus, making it a functional choice for those managing pain, stress, or sleep-related concerns. The cultivar acts as a foundational genetic donor for a wide array of progeny, including Dome Fuel, Fuel D.OG, Grippy Socks, Iced HeadBand, Loompa’s Headband S1, Lord Kush, Pink Starburst, Pomposaurus, Red Head, Taylor of Panama, and Threadlock. These notable offspring demonstrate the strain's consistent role in contemporary breeding programs.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| limonene | ~12% | citrus | social · creative |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
~60%
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.
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
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 Underdog OG.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
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Grandparents
Siblings
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Offspring — 6 strains bred from Underdog OG
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Underdog OG indica or sativa?
Underdog OG is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Underdog OG?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Underdog OG good for daytime use?
Underdog OG 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.