Chemotype genetics-true
Chemotype
Type III
CBD-dominant
Chemotype — the cannabinoid and terpene profile — is the lab-verifiable 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). Cannabinoid type is set largely by a single gene (the THC:CBD ratio); about 96% of commercial flower is Type I, THC-dominant. Terpene profiles are sourced from Certificates of Analysis (COA) and roll out as Areto’s lab-verified 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 strainSunrise Sherbert
Breeder releases (1)
About Sunrise Sherbert
Sunrise Sherbert by Humboldt Seed Organization is a prolific creation from one of the most popular and classic modern hybrids in the history of the California market: Sherbinski’s private reserve and uncirculated elite Sunset Sherbert, crossed with 3 Kings Blueberry Headband. The very essence of flavor
Pretty and shiny purple buds
Early vegetative stages provide stout and hardy yet vigorous growth supported by broad, Indica-leaning fan leaves. Strong lateral branching makes for slower vertical growth, yet creates more even bud development in later flowering periods. Plants will stretch 30% on average when transitioning into the flowering cycle. Dense and compact purple bud sites maintain productivity into secondary and third layers of canopy, making for minimal manicuring into final flowering stages. Very climatically versatile for both humid and arid growing conditions. Highly resinous buds make for an amazing bag appeal. Incredibly complex and pungent terpene expressions displayed by strong spicy pepper, lemongrass, and sweet berry overtones, equally matched by sweet citrus, pinewood, and lavender undertones. Effects result in a powerful psychedelic head buzz followed by a stimul
Frequently asked questions
What are the genetics of Sunrise Sherbert?
Sunrise Sherbert comes from Sunset Sherbert × 3 Kings BHB.
Is Sunrise Sherbert indica or sativa?
Sunrise Sherbert is classified as indica dominant.
How long does Sunrise Sherbert take to flower?
Sunrise Sherbert flowers in about 63 days.
Is Sunrise Sherbert available as feminized or autoflowering seeds?
Sunrise Sherbert is offered as: feminized.