Chemotype genetics-true
Chemotype
Type I
THC-dominant
Terpene profile most dominant first
Chemotype — the cannabinoid and terpene profile — is the signal that stays true to a cultivar’s genetics, which is why scientists classify cannabis by chemical profile (a “chemovar”) rather than by name (Hazekamp & Fischedick 2012). The dominant terpenes below are aggregated from community and lab reporting; aroma and effect associations are preliminary and not medical claims. Lab-verified COA profiles roll out as Areto’s data comes online.
Indica / Sativa — retail shopping guide
Indica, sativa and hybrid are a retail shopping convention — not a reliable guide to genetics or effects. When researchers analysed 89,923 commercial samples across six states, these labels did not predict a plant’s terpene or cannabinoid profile, and a genome-wide study found sativa- and indica-labelled plants to be genetically indistinct (PLOS ONE 2022; Nature Plants 2021). The labels are so fluid that AK-47, a hybrid, won “Best Sativa” at the 1999 Cannabis Cup and “Best Indica” four years later. For an accurate, genetics-true picture, see the chemotype above.
Genetics & Lineage
Parents
This strainRoyal Gorilla
Descendants (5)
Effects
Aroma & Taste
Aroma
Breeder releases (1)
About Royal Gorilla
Royal Gorilla from Royal Queen Seeds is a popular and powerful strain known for the enormous amount of resin it produces, high in terpenes and cannabinoids, with some specimens exceeding 25% THC. The result of an accidental cross between Sour Dubb and Chem Sister, this clone-only cultivar quickly conquered growers with the abnormally high quality of it’s flowers, with only average yield but one of unbelievably resin-heavy buds that release a mouthwatering floral aroma. It’s a fast flowering variety, when grown indoors Royal Gorilla can be harvested after 8-9 weeks of bloom, and in outdoor cultivation it’s ready to collect in mid October, delivering a maximum production of 500-550g per m2. The effect is very relaxing physically, euphoric and elevating, the Royal Gorilla can be very effective at combating stress, and its 24-26% THC make it a good option for medicinal users looking to harvest cannabinoid-rich plants. Its sweet, earthy aroma, enriched with pine and lemon notes, along with the high production of trichomes, make Royal Gorilla the perfect candidate for making all types of cannabis concentrates and hash. Royal Queen Seeds Royal Gorilla info: Genetics: Sour Dubb x Chem Sist
Frequently asked questions
What are the genetics of Royal Gorilla?
Royal Gorilla comes from Fat Banana × Sour Dubb.
Is Royal Gorilla indica or sativa?
Royal Gorilla is classified as indica/sativa hybrid.
How much THC does Royal Gorilla have?
Across breeder releases, Royal Gorilla tests around 27.0% THC.
How long does Royal Gorilla take to flower?
Royal Gorilla flowers in about 60 days.
Is Royal Gorilla available as feminized or autoflowering seeds?
Royal Gorilla is offered as: feminized.