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Roma

Roma is an indica-dominant strain. Typical aromas include spicy-herbal, blue cheese and earthy notes. The effects are generally described as relaxing, calming and body-focused.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • spicy-herbal
  • blue cheese-like
  • earthy
  • herbal
  • sweet
  • citrusy

Effects

  • relaxing
  • calming
  • body-focused
  • strongly relaxing
  • mood-enhancing
  • sleepy

Terpenes

  • Caryophyllene
  • Limonene
  • Myrcene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC up to 25 %
CBD up to 1 %

These values are intended as a guide. Actual levels may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Editorial profile

Roma in detail

Origin & classification

Roma is an indica-dominant strain. With up to 25 % THC, Roma clearly falls into the more potent range. CBD plays more of a secondary role at up to 1 %.

Aroma & flavour

Roma’s aroma is primarily spicy-herbal, blue cheese, earthy and herbal. Caryophyllene, Limonene and Myrcene complement 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

Roma’s effects are generally described as relaxing, calming, physical and couch-lock. This is often what makes the strain interesting, as it does not lean in only one direction but engages both the mind and body.

Effect tendency

Roma therefore comes across as more classic and direct than sweet and playful. Many sources do not describe the strain as one-dimensional, but as potent without a single aspect dominating.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

Roma is therefore particularly suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects together in as balanced a way as possible. Those who appreciate classic, direct and less polished strain profiles may find more to enjoy in this direction than in purely trend-driven strains.

Further classification

Roma shows spicy-herbal, blue cheese, earthy, herbal and sweet aromatic notes. Roma reaches a clear, potent level of up to 25 % THC. CBD is only present at a low level of up to 1 % in Roma. Roma is neither purely heavy nor purely active, but combines relaxing, calming, physical and couch-lock effects. What is striking about Roma is the tension between sweet, fruity notes and the more classic earthy-spicy base. Caryophyllene, Limonene and Myrcene provide additional clues as to why the aroma profile works through more than individual flavour notes alone. When assessing Roma, it is important to note that the active side does not stand alone but is balanced by calmer effects. Roma’s potent profile complements its other characteristics but does not replace them. This gives Roma a more classically shaped character than a trend-driven one. Its classification as an indica-dominant strain fits a more physical, calm strain profile. Overall, Roma comes across as clearly defined without being characterised by a single value alone.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Roma

What type of strain is Roma?

We list Roma as an indica-dominant strain.

What does Roma smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Roma is primarily associated with spicy-herbal, blue cheese-like, earthy, herbal, sweet and citrusy notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.

Which terpenes are associated with Roma?

Roma’s profile features Caryophyllene, Limonene and Myrcene. They complement the described aroma profile.

What effects does Roma tend to have?

We primarily describe Roma as relaxing, calming, body-focused, strongly relaxing, mood-enhancing and sleepy. Effects are subjective and are not a medical promise.

How high is Roma’s THC content?

Roma is listed with a THC range of up to 25 %. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.

How high is Roma’s CBD content?

Roma is listed with a CBD range of up to 1 %. This value may also vary for the respective batch.