THC
12.9–18.9%
Middle half of 135 lab tests · median 14.94%
CBD
0.3%
Middle half of 117 lab tests · median 0.17%
Genetics Split
Sour Diesel is a sativa-dominant hybrid known for its energetic, creative effects and pungent diesel, citrus, and herbal flavors.
Lab-Tested Profile
Measured in 137 flower lab tests of samples sold as Sour Diesel by Analytical360, PSI Labs, SC Labs, 2011–2018. Bar = middle half of results, tick = median.
Terpenes by weight · total 2.3% median
Lab results reflect the samples submitted under this name; batches, growers and phenotypes vary.
Effects
As reported by our data sources, most-cited first.
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
18.9% THC
Growing Information
Flowering Time
10–11 weeks
Difficulty
moderate
Height (Indoor)
100-180cm
Yield (Indoor)
450-500 g/m²
About Sour Diesel
A potent sativa-dominant hybrid, this strain boasts an 80% sativa and 20% indica genetic makeup, stemming from Chemdawg crossed with (Mass Super Skunk x DNL). Growers can expect a moderate cultivation challenge, with flowering times ranging from 10 to 11 weeks. Indoor plants typically reach heights of 100-180cm, yielding between 450-500 g/m². Its distinctive flavor profile blends prominent diesel and gas notes with bright citrus and herbal undertones, thanks to terpenes like Myrcene and Limonene. Users often describe effects as Creative, Energetic, Focused, and Clear, making it a choice for those seeking an active experience. The version offered by Reserva Privada showcases an impressive THC range of 20-32%.
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Bred from Sour Diesel
125 crosses in our database list Sour Diesel as a parent.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sour Diesel
Is Sour Diesel an Indica, Sativa, or Hybrid?
Sour Diesel is classified as a hybrid cannabis strain bred from a genetic cross of Chemdawg × MassSuperSkunk.
What cannabinoid content is reported for Sour Diesel?
Sour Diesel: 14.9% THC and 0.3% 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 Sour Diesel?
Our data sources report these effects for Sour Diesel: clear, euphoric, happy, physically relaxing. Individual experiences vary.
What does Sour Diesel taste and smell like?
Our data sources list flavors of citrus, diesel, earthy and terpenes such as Bisabolol, Camphene, Caryophyllene for Sour Diesel.
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