Is Sour Diesel indica or sativa?

Sour Diesel is a sativa cannabis strain, with genetics from Chemdawg 91 × Super Skunk.

How strong is Sour Diesel?

Sour Diesel has a THC content of approximately 22.0% and CBD content of 0.2%. This is a moderately potent strain.

What are the effects of Sour Diesel?

Sour Diesel is commonly reported to produce uplifted, creative, energetic effects. Individual experiences vary based on tolerance, dose, and consumption method. Not medical advice.

What terpenes are in Sour Diesel?

Sour Diesel's dominant terpene is Myrcene, followed by Limonene and β-Caryophyllene. Terpenes contribute to the strain's aroma and may influence its effects.

What is Sour Diesel used for?

Sour Diesel is commonly associated with: depression, anxiety, pain, fatigue. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

Example phenotype

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Sour Diesel

A moderately potent sativa, commonly associated with uplifted and creative effects, Myrcene-forward terpene profile.

Genetics: Chemdawg 91 × Super Skunk

22.0%

THC

0.2%

CBD

upliftedcreativeenergetic

dieselearthypungentherbalcitrus

Who this is for

Best time

Morning / Daytime

Potency

Strong

Best for experienced users

Experience

Experienced

Primary use

Mood & energy boost

Experience Timeline

Inhaled / smoked

Onset

5–10 min

Cerebral onset

Peak

20–45 min

Strong effect

Comedown

1–3 hr total

Gradual fade

Timing varies by tolerance, method, and individual physiology. Edibles take 30 min–2 hr to onset with 4–8 hr duration. Calculate your dose →

Strain data reflects commonly reported characteristics. Effects, potency, and appearance vary between phenotypes, growing conditions, and individual physiology.

What to Expect from Sour Diesel

Sour Diesel, sometimes called Sour D, is a fast-acting sativa strain named after its pungent, diesel-like aroma. It delivers energizing, dreamy cerebral effects that have pushed Sour Diesel to its legendary status. Stress, pain, and depression fade away in long-lasting relief that makes Sour Diesel a top choice among medical patients.

Effects

upliftedcreativeenergetichappytalkativefocused

Why It Feels This Way

The Myrcene-forward profile is commonly associated with uplifted and creative. Here's how the terpene chemistry contributes:

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Myrcene0.32%
Earthy, musky — commonly associated with body relaxation and may enhance cannabinoid absorption
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Limonene0.29%
Citrus-forward — often linked to mood elevation and stress relief
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β-Caryophyllene0.21%
Spicy, peppery — the only terpene known to bind cannabinoid receptors; often linked to anti-inflammatory effects