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indica-dominant strainACDC
ACDC is a CBD-dominant Cannatonic phenotype with an earthy, woody, pine-like and herbal profile. The strain feels clear, focused and gently relaxing.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- earthy
- woody
- pine-like
- gassy
Effects
- balancing
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
These values are provided for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parentage and family tree
ACDC is at the beginning. The documented parent lines through the 4th generation follow below.
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StrainACDC
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ParentsCannatonic
- GrandparentsMK Ultra
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GrandparentsG13 Haze
- 3rd generationG13
- 3rd generationOriginal Haze
- 3rd generationG-13
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ParentsJuanita La Lagrimosa
- GrandparentsReina Madre
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GrandparentsNYC Diesel
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3rd generationAfghani
- 4th generationAfghanistan
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3rd generationMexican Sativa
- 4th generationMexico
- 4th generationPakistani Hash Plant
- 4th generationDurban
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3rd generationAfghani
- ParentsReina Madre
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ParentsCannatonic
Editorial profile
ACDC in detail
Origin & classification
ACDC is a CBD-dominant phenotype from the Cannatonic context and belongs to the strains understood less through heaviness or strong euphoria. The focus is on clarity, functionality and a calm, controlled progression. This makes the strain distinctly different from many THC-focused hybrids that primarily emphasize intensity, gas or dessert aromas.
Aroma & flavour
Aromatically, ACDC is surprisingly broad. Earth, wood, pine and herbal spice form the natural foundation. Fruity, floral, honey-like, diesel-like and gassy accents are also present. This keeps the strain from feeling boring, even though its effects profile is classified as more restrained. It offers enough aromatic breadth to be interesting as a distinct strain profile.
Terpene profile
The lineage of Cannatonic, Juanita la Lagrimosa and Reina Madre fits well with its clearer, less heavy direction. ACDC does not represent a classic couch profile, but rather a strain that works more strongly through balance and functional perception. This is precisely what distinguishes it from many indica-dominant strains with pronounced physical pressure.
Effects tendency
The effects can be described as clear, focused, calming, gently mood-enhancing and balancing. Physical relaxation may be present without strong sedation taking centre stage. This makes ACDC particularly interesting for users who want to compare strains by their calm, orderly character rather than maximum intensity.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
The terpene list is unusually broad and includes Myrcene, Pinene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, Humulene, Linalool, Bisabolol, Terpinolene and other accompanying compounds. This diversity supports the impression of a more complex but not overpowering profile. Pinene and Limonene complement the clearer side, while Myrcene and Linalool support the softer, more relaxed foundation.
Further classification
Compared with A.C.D.C. as a separate spelling, ACDC remains close to the same Cannatonic-related strain family, but appears somewhat broader in aroma here. Compared with classic Sativa profiles, the strain is calmer and less hectic. Compared with heavy Indicas, it remains clearer and lighter.
Further classification
For the strain overview, ACDC is important because it shows that a profile does not have to be loud or heavy to be distinctive.
Further classification
ACDC is therefore an important reference for CBD-dominant strain profiles: earthy, woody, pine-like, clear, focused and gently balancing.
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Frequently asked questions about ACDC
What kind of strain is ACDC?
We list ACDC as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Cannatonic × Juanita la Lagrimosa × Reina Madre.
What genetics are behind ACDC?
ACDC’s parentage is Cannatonic × Juanita la Lagrimosa × Reina Madre.
What does ACDC smell and taste like?
Aromatically, ACDC is primarily earthy, honey-like, woody, spicy-herbal, pine-like, diesel-like, gassy and fruity. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
Which terpenes are associated with ACDC?
ACDC’s profile includes sabinene, Myrcene, Pinene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, Humulene, guaiol, Bisabolol, Linalool, eucalyptol and Terpinolene. They complement the described aroma profile.
What effects tendency does ACDC have?
We primarily describe ACDC as relaxing, uplifting, mood-enhancing, focused, clear-headed, calming and balancing. Effects are subjective impressions and do not constitute a medical promise.
How high is ACDC’s THC content?
ACDC is listed with a THC range of up to 1%. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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