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indica-dominant strainBlack Diamond
Black Diamond is an indica-dominant cross of Diamond OG and Blackberry. Grape, dark berries, sweetness and earth define its aroma, complemented by spicy and woody nuances. Its effects are described as long-lasting, calming, physically relaxing and mentally balancing.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- grapey
- earthy
Effects
- mentally balancing
- body-focused
- balancing
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
The values are intended for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parentage and family tree
Black Diamond is at the beginning. The documented parent lines below extend to the 4th generation.
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StrainBlack Diamond
- ParentsDiamond OG
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ParentsBlackberry
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GrandparentsBlack Domina
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3rd generationNorthern Lights
- 4th generationAfghani
- 4th generationPurest Indica
- 4th generationAfghanistan
- 3rd generationHash-Plant
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3rd generationAfghani
- 4th generationAfghanistan
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3rd generationNorthern Lights
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GrandparentsRaspberry Cough
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3rd generationIce
- 4th generationAfghan
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3rd generationIce
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GrandparentsBlack Domina
Editorial profile
Black Diamond in detail
Origin & classification
Black Diamond owes its name to its strikingly dark appearance. The sources describe dense, partially violet flowers and consistently trace the strain back to a cross of Blackberry and Diamond OG. It is classified as a strongly indica-dominant hybrid whose documented characteristics combine dark fruit, earthy Kush tones and predominantly physically calming effects.
Aroma & flavour
An intense grape note takes centre stage in the aroma. Sweet and berry-like facets are added, rounded off on the finish by earth and gentle spice. The English description also mentions a dark berry edge over an earthy Kush base. The defining elements are therefore confirmed across both texts: ripe dark fruit, pronounced sweetness and a grounded, spicy foundation.
Terpene profile
Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene and Ocimene are recorded as terpenes. The source text associates Myrcene with the sweet-earthy base, Caryophyllene with spicy depth and Pinene with subtle forest accents. Ocimene adds a slightly herbal sweetness to the profile. No specific laboratory percentages or binding order of prominence are available. Which compound actually dominates may therefore vary between phenotypes and individual batches.
Effect tendency
The effects are consistently described as powerful, calming and relaxing. According to the more detailed account, they begin with gentle mental calm and subsequently develop into comprehensive physical ease. The structured information also lists physical, mentally balancing and generally balancing effects. These recurring descriptions fit the indica character of the profile, but do not represent a guaranteed progression or a health-related claim.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
The sources differ slightly in their cannabinoid values. The German-language text states 23 percent THC and up to one percent CBD; the English description gives a THC range of 18 to 24 percent. Rather than presenting either value as universally applicable, Black Diamond should factually be described as a strain with a potent, batch- and phenotype-dependent THC level and a low stated CBD content. Information on the breeder, flowering time, yield or specific growing characteristics is unavailable. The reliable profile therefore rests on the confirmed parentage, dark flower appearance, grape-and-berry aroma and consistently reported combination of mental calm and physical relaxation.
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Frequently asked questions about Black Diamond
What kind of strain is Black Diamond?
We list Black Diamond as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Diamond OG × Blackberry.
What genetics are behind Black Diamond?
The parentage of Black Diamond is Diamond OG × Blackberry.
What does Black Diamond smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Black Diamond is primarily grapey, fruity, sweet, berry-like and earthy. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
Which terpenes are associated with Black Diamond?
Black Diamond’s profile includes Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Ocimene and Pinene. They complement the described aroma profile.
What effect tendency does Black Diamond have?
We primarily describe Black Diamond as calming, relaxing, mentally balancing, body-focused and balancing. Effects are subjective and do not constitute a medical promise.
How high is the THC content of Black Diamond?
Black Diamond is stated to have a THC level of up to 23 %. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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