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Blueberry

Blueberry is a time-honored, indica-dominant hybrid with a sweet blueberry, berry and grape aroma. Its dense, resinous flowers may display violet hues. User reports primarily associate the strain with relaxation, sleepiness and increased appetite, while also mentioning creative moments.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • berry
  • sweet
  • blueberry
  • grape

Effects

  • sleepy
  • appetite-stimulating
  • relaxing
  • creative

Terpenes

  • Myrcene
  • Caryophyllene
  • Pinene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC up to 17 %
CBD up to 1 %

These values are provided for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parentage and family tree

Blueberry is at the top. The documented parent lines through the 2nd generation follow below.

Editorial profile

Blueberry in detail

Origin & classification

Blueberry is one of the time-honored names in modern cannabis breeding. Sources associate its development with US breeder DJ Short and the late 20th century, but do not establish the exact period conclusively. Collaborations and later distribution through various seed banks resulted in numerous versions. Therefore, “Blueberry” does not necessarily refer to genetically identical material everywhere today.

Aroma & flavour

Afghan, Thai and Purple Thai influences are cited as its genetic foundation. The dataset lists Afghani and Afghan separately, although these names may refer to the same origin component. A completely definitive parent list cannot be derived from this. What remains well supported is its classification as an indica-dominant hybrid with links to Asian landraces.

Terpene profile

The aroma is primarily responsible for its distinctive character. Sweet, ripe blueberries take centre stage, complemented by additional berry and grape notes. Myrcene, caryophyllene and pinene are documented as key terpenes. The dense, resin-rich flowers are also described in the sources as having violet hues. However, colour and aroma intensity may vary between phenotypes and growing conditions.

Effect tendency

In terms of effects, the structured data is dominated by relaxing, sleepy and appetite-stimulating impressions. Creativity is also mentioned, meaning the profile is not described solely as heavy or sedating. Source reports additionally mention euphoria. How strongly individual aspects emerge depends on the person, dose and specific product; these are not guaranteed effects.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

According to the sources, Blueberry received awards at the 2000 High Times Cannabis Cup for best indica and best overall strain. For 2002, a third place in the indica competition is also mentioned for a version from Dutch Passion. These achievements explain part of its long-standing reputation, but should not be applied to every later Blueberry variant.

Further classification

The cannabinoid information is inconsistent: the master dataset lists a maximum of 17 percent THC and up to 1 percent CBD, while the descriptions cite THC ranges of 15 to 24 and 16 to 23 percent, respectively. Specific percentages are therefore omitted from the public profile. Flowering time, plant height and yield were also described only for certain variants and, due to the numerous breeding variations, cannot be reliably treated as general strain characteristics.

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Related parentage

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Blueberry

What type of strain is Blueberry?

We list Blueberry as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Afghani × Thai × Purple Thai × Afghan.

What genetics are behind Blueberry?

Blueberry’s parentage is Afghani × Thai × Purple Thai × Afghan.

What does Blueberry smell and taste like?

In terms of aroma, Blueberry is primarily associated with berry, sweet, blueberry and grape notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with Blueberry?

Blueberry’s profile includes myrcene, caryophyllene and pinene. They complement the described aroma profile.

What effects are associated with Blueberry?

We primarily describe Blueberry as sleepy, appetite-stimulating, relaxing and creative. Effect impressions are subjective and are not a medical promise.

How high is Blueberry’s THC content?

Blueberry is listed with a THC level of up to 17 %. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.