Marijuana Strain Descriptions
Pineapple Express
Cannabis Strain Summary
Terpene Profile- Primary
Beta-caryophyllene (spicy, peppery, woody notes); Myrcene (earthy, musky, tropical fruit, mango); Limonene (citrus, lemon, orange brightness)
Terpene Profile- Secondary
Alpha-pinene (pine, cooling, camphoraceous); Ocimene (floral, woody, herbal, sweet citrus); Linalool (lavender, floral softness - moderate amounts in some batches)
The Experience- Common Effects
Energizing; creative; focused; uplifted; chatty; social; euphoric; giggly; motivated; alert; mild body relaxation; mental clarity; mood enhancement; reduced social anxiety
The Experience- Duration
2-4 hours depending on consumption method, dose, and individual metabolism. Vaporization/smoking: 2-3 hours typically. Edibles would extend duration to 4-8+ hours with intensified effects.
The Experience- Onset
Fast-acting onset within minutes. Initial cerebral rush with heightened mental clarity and mood lift. Alert and focused rather than scattered. Develops into creative, motivated state over 15-30 minutes. Social and chatty quality with increased laughter. Gentle physical relaxation emerges without heavy sedation; mild body effect without couch-lock.
The Experience- Potential Side Effects
Dry mouth; dry eyes; enhanced appetite (munchies); potential anxiety or paranoia with high doses or THC sensitivity; mild dehydration feeling; rare dizziness or nervousness with excessive consumption
Strain Type
Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Not Recommended For
Situations requiring absolute precision; high-pressure analytical work; for those prone to THC-induced anxiety; as a primary sleep aid (better options exist for sedation); evening use by those seeking immediate strong sedative effects; beginners without THC tolerance
Lineage and Origins
Cross of Trainwreck (Mexican, Thai, Afghani landrace heritage) and Hawaiian (tropical sativa). Developed by G13 Labs in mid-2000s, though multiple breeders have created interpretations leading to genetic variations. Some lineages cite Big Bud x Hawaiian Skunk crosses.
Cannabanoid Profile
THC: 18-25% typically, with exceptional batches reaching 26%+; CBD: 0.2-1% (minimal); CBG: ~1% (trace amounts). THC-dominant profile contributes to energizing cerebral effects. Percentages vary significantly by cultivator, growing conditions, and harvest timing.
Comparable Strains
Pineapple Trainwreck (shares Trainwreck parent, similar energizing creative effects, more intense head effects); Hawaiian (parent strain, tropical flavor, uplifting sativa, purer sativa expression); Lemon Haze (sativa-dominant, citrus terpenes, energizing, more lemon-focused, potentially more stimulating); Mimosa (fruit-forward hybrid, balanced effects, more indica influence, sweeter flavor); Sour Diesel (energizing sativa-dominant, mental clarity, diesel aroma, more intense cerebral effects)
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Cultivation Resilience
Good resilience to common pests and mold with proper environmental controls. Ocimene provides natural antifungal properties. Requires attention to air circulation and humidity during flowering due to dense buds. Prevent moisture-related issues with proper ventilation. Adapts to both soil and hydroponic systems.
Cultivation Flowering Time
Indoor: 7-9 weeks (50-65 days) flowering; Outdoor: Early to mid-October harvest in Northern Hemisphere; Phenotype variation may extend timing slightly
Cultivation Yield
Indoor: 400-550 g/m² (1.31-1.82 oz/ft²); Outdoor: 500-800 g per plant (18-19 oz per plant). Generous yields with proper care. Quality over quantity focus recommended.
Cultivation Plant Structure
Medium height: 3.5-6 feet indoors, 6.5+ feet (2+ meters) outdoors. Moderate stretch during early flowering (plants double in height from end of veg). Bushy structure with multiple branching. Branch strength adequate but may need support for heavy buds. Well-suited to topping, LST, ScrOG training techniques.
Cultivation Quality Indicators
Well-cultivated flower: fluffy to medium-density buds; vibrant lime green with yellow highlights; abundant trichome coverage (frosted appearance); bright orange to reddish-amber pistils; immediate tropical aroma (sweet pineapple, citrus, pine, earthy undertones); slightly sticky from resin; properly dried (not overly crispy or too moist). Avoid: hay-like smell, musty odor, lack of character, wet feeling, poor trichome development.