Zen
9%
THC
3%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Zen effects are mostly calming.
Zen is lower THC than average.
Zen
9%
THC
3%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Zen effects are mostly calming.
Zen is lower THC than average.
Zen is a modern hybrid-sativa cultivar produced by crossing an Afghanistan indica with Lavender. This deliberate breeding strategy combines established genetics to create a balanced structure capable of thriving in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers should expect a moderate difficulty level during the 70-day flowering period, which reliably results in a high yield.
The chemical profile of Zen is defined by a dominant presence of terpinolene, complemented by secondary notes of myrcene and tertiary hints of caryophyllene. This specific terpene hierarchy frames the strain's sensory experience, dictating its unique aromatic and flavor nuances.
With a cannabinoid profile featuring approximately 9% THC and 3% CBD, Zen is engineered to facilitate clear-headed results. The effects are characterized by a sense of creative inspiration, uplifted mood, and general happiness, making it a functional choice for social settings or tasks requiring sustained focus. While it serves as a distinct entry in the modern cannabis landscape, there is currently no recorded offspring lineage for this variety.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| pinene | ~28% | pine | focus · creative |
| terpinolene | ~12% | herbal | creative · 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: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
~12%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
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.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Zen.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parents afghanistan indica / lavender
Composite Traits
Where to buy Zen
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Zen indica or sativa?
Zen is modeled here as a sativa-dominant (primarily sativa with indica grounding).
What terpene is dominant in Zen?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Pinene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Zen good for daytime use?
Zen 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.