Cultivar record / harlequin
Harlequin
Harlequin is a sativa cultivar with Colombian Gold, Nepali Indica, Thai and Swiss Landrace in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include woody, earthy and herbal flavours and focused, relaxed and uplifted effects.
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Archive descriptors
Record notes
Only descriptors supported by both the archive record and supplementary cultivar data are listed here.
Reported feelings
Flavour notes
Terpenes
Genetics
- Colombian Gold
- Nepali Indica
- Thai
- Swiss Landrace
Reported negatives
- Anxious
- Dry Mouth
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Overview
Harlequin is a sativa cannabis cultivar. Harlequin is noted as one of the most widely available high-CBD cultivars. Users report clear-headed effects, which is attributed to its CBD-to-THC ratio.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded lineage for Harlequin lists Colombian Gold, a Nepali indica, and Thai and Swiss landrace strains. It is a high-CBD cultivar, with laboratory analyses typically showing approximately 9% CBD and 5% THC.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include woody, earthy and herbal.
Reported character
Reported effects include focused, relaxed and uplifted. Individual experiences vary.
Uncertainty and variation
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Reported Effects of Harlequin
Users most commonly report feeling focused, relaxed and uplifted after consuming Harlequin. These subjective effects are drawn from user-reported data and individual experiences vary considerably. The effects profile is influenced by the strain's dominant terpenes — Myrcene (aroma and mood), Pinene (comfort and ease), and Caryophyllene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Harlequin are Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation), Pinene (a sharp pine aroma linked to alertness and mental clarity) and Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease). Terpene profiles can vary between phenotypes, growing conditions and curing methods.
For more on how terpenes influence the cannabis experience, see our guide to cannabis terpenes and browse the terpene directory.
Harlequin Questions
What is Harlequin?
Harlequin is classified as sativa. Its recorded parent strains are Colombian Gold, Nepali Indica, Thai and Swiss Landrace.
Is Harlequin indica or sativa?
Harlequin is recorded as sativa. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Harlequin?
The archive record notes THC 5% and CBD 9% for Harlequin. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Harlequin suitable for beginners?
Some consumers report feeling paranoid or anxious with Harlequin, so beginners should start with a very small amount and give it time before consuming more. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
What does Harlequin taste like?
The archive lists woody, earthy and herbal as flavour notes for Harlequin.
What effects are reported for Harlequin?
Community-reported effects include focused, relaxed and uplifted. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Harlequin?
Commonly reported side effects include anxious and dry mouth. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Harlequin?
The archive record lists myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene as terpenes associated with Harlequin.
What is the genetic lineage of Harlequin?
The recorded parent strains are Colombian Gold, Nepali Indica, Thai and Swiss Landrace. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Harlequin sample identical?
No. Phenotype, cultivation methods, storage conditions and batch differences can materially change appearance, aroma, flavour and reported character. The archive records what was observed in specific samples — your experience may differ.