Sour Diesel

Hybrid

THC 19–26% / CBD 0.1–0.2% · Type Hybrid

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Strain details

Potency, type, breeder, origin, lineage, and traits.

Potency: THC 19–26% / CBD 0.1–0.2%
Type: Hybrid
Lineage: Chemdawg × Super Skunk
Description: Leafly Strain of the Year 2025 Nominee: Sour Diesel, also known as "Sour D" and "Sour Deez," is a popular hybrid marijuana strain made by crossing Chemdawg and Super Skunk. Sour Diesel effects are dreamy, cerebral, fast-acting and energizing. This strain features a pungent flavor profile that smells like diesel. Medical marijuana patients choose Sour Diesel to help relieve symptoms associated with depression, pain, and stress. Fun fact: Sour Diesel first became popular in the early 1990s and has been legendary ever since.AI-generated summary of Leafly user reviewsSour Diesel is widely regarded as a highly potent and euphoric sativa strain, offering a unique combination of energizing and relaxing effects that promote mental clarity, focus, and a sense of well-being. Many users praise its ability to alleviate anxiety, depression, and chronic pain, while also providing a creative and uplifting head high that enhances daily activities and social interactions. However, some users note that high doses can induce paranoia and anxiety, and the strain's intense diesel flavor may not be suitable for all palates. Overall, Sour Diesel is a classic and iconic strain that has stood the test of time, with a loyal following among cannabis enthusiasts who appreciate its distinctive effects and flavor profile.

Effects

Reported positives, medical uses, negatives, terpenes, and flavors.

Energetic Happy Uplifted Creative Talkative

Stress Depression Fatigue Pain ADHD

Dry Mouth Paranoid Anxious

Terpenes

Beta-Caryophyllene 40.0% Dominant Limonene 30.0% 0 Myrcene 20.0% 0

Flavors

Diesel Skunk Citrus Pungent Sour

Cultivation

Flowering time, yield, difficulty, and awards.