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Egoist

Egoist is described as an indica-dominant hybrid with a distinctive combination of sweet orange, earthy Kush spice, pine and diesel. Myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene accompany this multilayered profile. Experience reports initially associate the strain with euphoria and creativity, followed later by pronounced physical calm.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • herbal
  • spicy
  • earthy
  • orangey
  • sweet
  • kush
  • pine-like
  • diesel-like

Effects

  • euphoric
  • creative
  • relaxing
  • mood-enhancing
  • calming
  • balancing
  • sleepy

Terpenes

  • Myrcene
  • Limonene
  • Caryophyllene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC 26 %
CBD up to 0.1 %

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

Genetics

Parent line and family tree

Egoist appears at the top. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.

Editorial profile

Egoist in detail

Origin & classification

The detailed source description traces Egoist to a cross between Paris OG and Tangie. In the master dataset, however, only Tangie is stored as the parent strain. This difference is essential to the profile: only the complete source information explains the combination of earthy Kush character and intense citrus fruit described there. Until this is corrected, the lineage should not be presented as conclusively verified.

Aroma & flavor

The aroma has several clearly defined layers. Sweet orange and vibrant citrus notes form the bright top note. Beneath them are herbal, earthy and spicy impressions, followed by pine, diesel and a Kush-like aftertaste. This creates an interplay between juicy fruit, forest notes and a stronger, fuel-like side. The source names myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene as the defining terpenes. They serve as supplementary profile information; their actual proportions may nevertheless vary between plants and batches.

Terpene profile

The available information describes a progression with two main phases. The onset is often characterized as euphoric, mood-enhancing and creative. This is followed by more pronounced physical relaxation and calm. Sleepiness also appears in the structured dataset, while the prose source explicitly states that the strain does not necessarily have to be strongly sedating. A general sleep effect is therefore not well supported. More accurately, experience reports range from mental stimulation to physical calm.

Effect tendency

THC is given at around 26 percent, while CBD is said to be below 0.1 percent. Such analysis values should not be understood as unchanging strain constants. They may vary according to phenotype, growing conditions, harvest time and the batch tested. The value signals high potency in the source, but does not allow a reliable prediction of individual experience.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

Specific information on flowering time, yield, plant height or the responsible breeder is missing. Likewise, the therapeutic applications contained in the original description should not be incorporated into an editorial strain portrait. Instead, the aromatic contrast is well documented: Tangie-like orange and citrus meet earthy Kush, pine and diesel. Together with the described shift from creative euphoria to physical relaxation, this results in an informative profile without adding unverified cultivation or health claims.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Egoist

What type of strain is Egoist?

We list Egoist as an indica-dominant strain with the parent line Tangie.

What genetics does Egoist have?

The parent line of Egoist is Tangie.

What does Egoist smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Egoist is primarily herbal, spicy, earthy, orangey, sweet, Kush, pine-like and diesel-like. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.

Which terpenes are associated with Egoist?

Egoist’s profile features myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene. They complement the described aromatic profile.

What effects can be expected from Egoist?

We describe Egoist primarily as euphoric, creative, relaxing, mood-enhancing, calming, balancing and sleepy. Effects are subjective and are not a medical promise.

How high is Egoist’s THC content?

Egoist is listed with a THC range of 26 %. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.