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sativa-dominant strainRed Diesel
Red Diesel is a sativa-dominant strain with the lineage Californian Orange × NYC Diesel. Typical aromas include earthy, diesel-like and citrus notes. The effects are generally described as heady, relaxing and tranquil.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- earthy
- apple-like
- woody
Effects
- heady
- appetite-stimulating
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
These values are intended for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parent line and family tree
Red Diesel appears at the top. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.
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StrainRed Diesel
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ParentsCalifornian Orange
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GrandparentsCalifornia Orange
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3rd generationCannalope Haze
- 4th generationHaze
- 4th generationHaze Brothers
- 4th generationMexico
- 3rd generationG-13
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3rd generationCannalope Haze
- GrandparentsUSA
- GrandparentsCalifornia/Humboldt
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GrandparentsCalifornia Orange
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ParentsNYC Diesel
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GrandparentsAfghani
- 3rd generationAfghanistan
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GrandparentsMexican Sativa
- 3rd generationMexico
- 3rd generationPakistani Hash Plant
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3rd generationDurban
- 4th generationDurban Poison
- 4th generationSouth African Sativa
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GrandparentsAfghani
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ParentsCalifornian Orange
Editorial profile
Red Diesel in detail
Origin & classification
Red Diesel is a sativa-dominant strain from Californian Orange × NYC Diesel. With up to 20 %, its THC levels are in the solid mid-range. At up to 0,9 %, CBD plays more of a secondary role.
Aroma & flavour
Red Diesel’s aroma is primarily earthy, diesel-like, citrusy and apple-like. Myrcene, Caryophyllene and Limonene complement this impression and give the profile additional depth. The combination of sweeter and classic spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.
Terpene profile
Red Diesel’s effects are generally described as heady, relaxing, tranquil and appetite-stimulating. This is precisely what often makes the strain interesting: it does not lean in just one direction, but engages both mind and body.
Effect tendency
Red Diesel is therefore closer to modern dessert strains than to classic old-school lines. Many sources describe the strain as multidimensional and powerful, without a single aspect taking centre stage.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Red Diesel is therefore particularly suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects together in as balanced a way as possible. Fans of modern dessert and exotic lines are likely to find many familiar elements here.
Further classification
Red Diesel is described as heady, relaxing, tranquil and appetite-stimulating. Aromatically, it presents a sweet, fruity direction: earthy, diesel-like, citrusy, apple-like and woody. Myrcene, Caryophyllene and Limonene support the strain’s aromatic direction. With up to 20 % THC, Red Diesel has a distinctly present profile without being defined by potency alone. CBD is only present at low levels in Red Diesel, at up to 0,9 %. In Red Diesel, the aroma is not merely an addition, but a central part of the strain’s identity. In Red Diesel, Myrcene, Caryophyllene and Limonene suggest a combination of a soft base, spicy depth and a fresher top note. When classifying Red Diesel, it is important that its active side does not stand alone, but is balanced by calmer effects. The parent strains are therefore not merely an indication of origin; they also help compare Red Diesel more accurately with similar strains. With Red Diesel, potency is already relevant without dominating the entire strain profile on its own.
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Frequently asked questions about Red Diesel
What type of strain is Red Diesel?
We classify Red Diesel as a sativa-dominant strain with the parent line Californian Orange × NYC Diesel.
What genetics are behind Red Diesel?
Red Diesel’s parent line is Californian Orange × NYC Diesel.
What does Red Diesel smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Red Diesel is primarily earthy, diesel-like, citrusy, apple-like, woody and orange-like. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
Which terpenes are associated with Red Diesel?
Red Diesel’s profile includes Myrcene, Caryophyllene and Limonene. They complement the described aroma profile.
What effects can be expected from Red Diesel?
We describe Red Diesel primarily as heady, relaxing, calming and appetite-stimulating. Effects are subjective impressions and not a medical promise.
How high is Red Diesel’s THC content?
Red Diesel is listed with a THC range of 20 %. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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