Also known as: Crystal
Award-winning sativa-dominant hybrid with pungent cheese-skunk aroma and up to 30% THC.
0–100 profile derived from cannabinoids, effects, and terpenes.
Crystal Coma is a sativa-dominant hybrid that took third place for Best Sativa at the 2014 High Times Cannabis Cup. Its exact lineage is unknown, though Skunk #1, Cheese, and an indica are suspected. THC can hit 30%, cloaking bullet-shaped buds in crystal trichomes. The aroma is pungent cheese, skunk, fuel, and pine, and the high is creative yet hazy, with a creeping body melt. Caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene dominate. Best for experienced evening use.
Relative prominence based on the strain profile.
★ 4.6 from 5,726 community ratings
Parents: Skunk #1 × Cheese × Unknown Indica
Awards: 3rd Place High Times Cannabis Cup Best Sativa 2014
Suitable for evening relaxation, pairing perfectly with movies, dinner, or social winding-down.
Medical marijuana patients frequently turn to Crystal Coma to help manage symptoms associated with stress, pain, depression. The strain's creative and euphoric properties are reported to help ease tension, reduce physical discomfort, and lift mood without causing excessive grogginess.
Evidence level: high — Backed by extensive clinical research surveys confirming cannabinoids alleviate persistent nerve discomfort.
Instant cerebral lift. A tingling sensation behind the eyes accompanied by a rush of mental motivation.
Heightened sensory awareness. Music sounds deeper, colors look vibrant, and focus transitions into creative flow.
Energetic peak. Uplifted thoughts, laughter, and high motivation. Ideal for outdoor adventures or writing.
Mellow wind-down. Cerebral buzz settles into a peaceful, clear-headed calm. No hard crash.
Typical duration: 2.5 to 3.5 hours
Mental: Highly active, associative thinking, clear-headed.
Body: Light, active, high physical coordination.
Creative professionals, hikers, and anyone looking for active daytime energy without physical lethargy.
Individuals highly sensitive to THC or prone to panic attacks should avoid this strain due to its fast cerebral head rush.
The secret to unlocking the full potential of Crystal Coma lies in temperature control. To preserve its delicate Caryophyllene terpenes, vaporize at 266°F (130°C) rather than combusting. This triggers the entourage effect, blending its 27% THC with secondary cannabinoids. It offers a balanced transition, making it great for social afternoons, hiking, or relaxing after work. Beginners should start with a single inhalation due to its fast-acting onset, while seasoned users can appreciate its deep, multi-layered terpene depth.
Browse vaporizers & gear →Connoisseurs appreciate Crystal Coma for its Caryophyllene-Limonene interplay and reliable evening effects. Best enjoyed when you want creative bursts.
Crystal Coma is often mislabeled by dispensaries; true cuts should carry Caryophyllene dominance and a pungent cheese finish.
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