THC
9.6–12%
Middle half of 5 lab tests · median 9.94%
CBD
0.2%
Middle half of 4 lab tests · median 0.17%
Genetics Split
Red Diesel is a sativa-dominant hybrid offering euphoric, energetic, and happy effects with diesel, citrus, woody flavors and 20-25% THC.
Lab-Tested Profile
Measured in 5 flower lab tests of samples sold as Red Diesel by Analytical360, 2012–2014. Bar = middle half of results, tick = median.
Terpenes by weight · total 7.7% median
Lab results reflect the samples submitted under this name; batches, growers and phenotypes vary.
Terpene Profile
Relative levels from lab and source data.
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Relative terpene levels from lab and source data
THC in this profile
12% THC
Growing Information
Flowering Time
8–9 weeks
Difficulty
moderate
Height (Indoor)
80-140cm
Yield (Indoor)
550-600 g/m²
About Red Diesel
A sativa-dominant hybrid, Red Diesel brings a complex profile with 60% sativa and 40% indica genetics, stemming from NYC Diesel and Sour Diesel. Its aroma and flavor present a distinct diesel character complemented by citrus and woody undertones, with terpenes like Humulene, Linalool, and Limonene contributing to its profile. Cultivators will find this a moderately difficult strain to grow, maturing in 8 to 9 weeks. Indoor plants typically reach 80-140cm, yielding a generous 550-600 g/m². Those seeking relief from stress, anxiety, or pain may appreciate its reported effects of euphoria, hunger, energy, happiness, and relaxation. The version from Barneys Farm offers THC levels ranging from 20% to 25%.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Red Diesel
Is Red Diesel an Indica, Sativa, or Hybrid?
Red Diesel is classified as a hybrid cannabis strain bred from a genetic cross of NYC Diesel × Sour Diesel.
What cannabinoid content is reported for Red Diesel?
Red Diesel: 9.9% THC and 0.2% CBD reported in our data. The THC figure is a lab-test median. Potency can vary across harvests, phenotypes, and growing conditions.
What are the common effects of Red Diesel?
Our data sources report these effects for Red Diesel: energetic, euphoric, happy, hungry. Individual experiences vary.
What does Red Diesel taste and smell like?
Our data sources list flavors of citrus, diesel, woody and terpenes such as Caryophyllene, Caryophyllene Oxide, Humulene for Red Diesel.
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