Van Helsing
22.3%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Van Helsing effects are mostly energizing.
Van Helsing potency is average.
Van Helsing
22.3%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Van Helsing effects are mostly energizing.
Van Helsing potency is average.
Van Helsing is a modern hybrid strain with an origin that remains undocumented, as breeders have not publicly confirmed a specific lineage beyond its relationship to Purple Punch 2.0. Because its precise genetic history is not recorded, the narrative surrounding its development remains incomplete and subject to speculation. This strain is suitable for cultivation in both indoor and outdoor environments, requiring a moderate level of grower expertise to reach its high-yield potential during a 63-day flowering period.
The terpene profile of Van Helsing is confirmed to feature a complex sequence starting with limonene, caryophyllene, and myrcene, followed by beta-pinene, pinene, and humulene. The secondary tier includes caryophyllene-oxide, linalool, guaiol, camphene, terpinolene, bisabolol, and p-cymene. These compounds combine to provide the strain with its distinct aromatic and flavor characteristics. Users should note that the strain maintains an estimated THC content of 22.3 percent, which serves as an averaged figure based on published data rather than batch-specific analysis.
This hybrid is reported to produce effects described as relaxed, happy, and uplifted. Given these properties, it is frequently utilized for the management of stress, pain, and sleep-related concerns. There are currently no recorded offspring for this strain, marking it as a distinct entry in the modern cannabis catalog.
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 Van Helsing.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent purple punch 2 0
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Van Helsing indica or sativa?
Van Helsing is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Van Helsing?
Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Van Helsing good for daytime use?
Van Helsing 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.