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indica-dominant strainPurple Octane
Purple Octane is an indica-dominant strain with the lineage Jealousy × Biscotti. Typical aromas include grape, diesel and chemical notes. The effects are generally described as sleepy, relaxing and tingly.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- grape
- chemical
- zesty
- gassy
Effects
- tingly
- balancing
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
The values are provided for orientation. Actual contents may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parentage and family tree
Purple Octane is at the beginning. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.
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StrainPurple Octane
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ParentsJealousy
- GrandparentsSherbert
- GrandparentsGelato #41
- GrandparentsSherbert Bx1
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ParentsBiscotti
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GrandparentsGirl Scout Cookies
- 3rd generationOG Kush
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3rd generationDurban Poison
- 4th generationSouth African Sativa
- 4th generationAfrica - Sativa
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GrandparentsSouth Florida OG
- 3rd generationOG Kush
- 3rd generationPakistani
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GrandparentsGirl Scout Cookies
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ParentsJealousy
Editorial profile
Purple Octane in detail
Origin & classification
Purple Octane is an indica-dominant strain from Jealousy × Biscotti. With up to 27 % THC, Purple Octane is clearly in the very strong range. CBD plays more of a secondary role at up to 1 %.
Aroma & flavour
In terms of aroma, Purple Octane primarily shows grape, diesel, chemical and sweet notes. Linalool, Pinene and Myrcene fit this impression well and give the profile additional depth. The combination of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.
Terpene profile
Purple Octane is generally described as sleepy, relaxing, tingly and euphoric in its effects. This is precisely what often makes the strain interesting, as it does not lean in just one direction but appeals to both mind and body.
Effect tendency
Many sources describe the strain as not one-dimensional, but potent without a single aspect taking centre stage.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Purple Octane is therefore particularly suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects together in as balanced a way as possible. Those who enjoy classic, direct and less polished strain profiles may find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.
Further classification
Purple Octane is based on a line from Jealousy x Biscotti. Jealousy is also mentioned as an additional genetic influence. Aromatically, it moves between grape, diesel, chemical, sweet and zesty notes. With up to 27 % THC, Purple Octane is a highly potent strain. At up to 1 % CBD, this value clearly remains secondary in Purple Octane. Its effects are described as sleepy, relaxing, tingly, euphoric and calming. Purple Octane therefore does not come across as merely dessert-like, but gains more edge from modern, louder notes. Linalool, Pinene and Myrcene provide additional clues as to why the aroma profile works through more than individual flavour notes alone. This balance is precisely what makes Purple Octane interesting: the strain reads as neither purely heavy nor exclusively energising. The parent strains are therefore not just an indication of origin, but also help to compare Purple Octane more accurately with similar strains. Very high values make Purple Octane clearly more modern and potent, while aroma and genetics define its direction more precisely.
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Frequently asked questions about Purple Octane
What type of strain is Purple Octane?
We classify Purple Octane as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Jealousy × Biscotti.
What genetics are behind Purple Octane?
The parentage of Purple Octane is Jealousy × Biscotti.
What does Purple Octane smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Purple Octane is primarily associated with grape, diesel, chemical, sweet, zesty, gassy and spicy notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
Which terpenes are associated with Purple Octane?
Purple Octane’s profile includes Linalool, Pinene, Myrcene and Humulene. They complement the described aroma profile.
What effects does Purple Octane tend to have?
We primarily describe Purple Octane as sleepy, relaxing, tingly, euphoric, calming, balancing and mood-lifting. Effects are subjective and are not a medical promise.
How high is the THC content of Purple Octane?
A THC range of 27 % is stated for Purple Octane. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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