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Chimera

Chimera combines an earthy-sweet base aroma with sour, fruity, spicy and citrus accents. The source identifies caryophyllene, myrcene and limonene as its predominant terpenes. Experience reports initially describe euphoria, creativity and focus, followed later by physical relaxation.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • earthy
  • sweet
  • sour
  • fruity
  • spicy
  • citrusy
  • skunky

Effects

  • creative
  • euphoric
  • focused
  • energizing
  • relaxing
  • balancing
  • appetite-stimulating
  • mood-enhancing
  • sleepy

Terpenes

  • Caryophyllene
  • Limonene
  • Myrcene

Cannabinoid profile

Documented ranges

THC up to 27 %
CBD up to 1 %

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

Genetics

Parent line and family tree

Chimera is at the beginning. The documented parent lines follow below through the 3rd generation.

Editorial profile

Chimera in detail

Origin & classification

The cohesive source description traces Chimera back to a cross between Northern Lights and Skunk #1. This differs from the abbreviated master data field, which lists only Northern Lights. It is described as a balanced hybrid with a multifaceted progression: an initially mentally active phase is said to be followed by a noticeably calmer physical experience. The strain is therefore characterised not solely by its potency, but equally by the transition between clarity and relaxation.

Aroma & taste

According to the source, the bouquet begins with a deep earthiness. Sweetness, sour freshness and subtle fruity notes are added. Spicy, citrusy and skunky impressions broaden the profile. The source also describes a transition from the earthy base to more pronounced sweetness, before a sour accent emerges on the finish. Chimera therefore does not have a straightforward dessert aroma, but combines heavy, earthy notes with a brighter, fresher top note.

Terpene profile

Beta-caryophyllene, myrcene and limonene are identified as characteristic terpenes. This information complements the sensory description without allowing every individual perception to be clearly attributed to a specific terpene. Caryophyllene fits the spicy part of the bouquet, while limonene corresponds to the citrus note and myrcene to the earthy base direction. However, composition and intensity may vary depending on phenotype and batch.

Effect tendency

The recurring effect descriptions begin with euphoria, elevated mood, creativity and mental focus. The source presents this phase as stimulating and initially not strongly sedating. As the experience progresses, physical relaxation is said to develop. The structured data additionally lists balancing, appetite-stimulating and sleepy impressions. This range shows that reports are not completely uniform and that the later phase in particular may be perceived differently.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

For THC, the detailed description gives a variable range of 19 to 27 percent, while the master data contains only a maximum value of 27 percent. Such laboratory values are generally dependent on batch and phenotype. A value of up to one percent is given for CBD. Chimera is therefore documented as a potent hybrid, but should not be reduced to a single measurement. The dataset contains no reliable information on flowering time, yield, growth pattern or a responsible breeder.

Similar strains & related profiles

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Chimera

What type of strain is Chimera?

We list Chimera as a hybrid strain with Northern Lights as its parent line.

What genetics are behind Chimera?

Chimera’s parent line is Northern Lights.

What does Chimera smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Chimera is primarily earthy, sweet, sour, fruity, spicy, citrusy and skunky. Depending on the batch and phenotype, these characteristics may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with Chimera?

Chimera’s profile features caryophyllene, limonene and myrcene. They complement the described aroma profile.

What effects are associated with Chimera?

We primarily describe Chimera as creative, euphoric, focused, energizing, relaxing, balancing, appetite-stimulating, mood-enhancing and sleepy. Effects are subjective and are not a medical promise.

How high is Chimera’s THC content?

Chimera is listed with a THC range of up to 27 %. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.