Cultivar record / lilac-diesel
Lilac Diesel
Lilac Diesel is a hybrid cultivar with Silver Lemon Haze × Forbidden Fruit and NYC Cherry Pie × Citral Glue in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include lavender, flowery, violet, citrus and berry flavours and uplifted, talkative, happy, creative and energetic effects.
- Type
- hybrid
- THC
- 18%
- CBD
- <1%
- Breeder
- Ethos Genetics
Photography
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Cover reference: The photograph above shows Sour Diesel Bx2, not Lilac Diesel. Shares 'diesel' naming with the Sour Diesel Bx2 cultivar.
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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
- Silver Lemon Haze x Forbidden Fruit
- NYC Cherry Pie x Citral Glue
Reported negatives
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Anxious
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Overview
Lilac Diesel is a hybrid cannabis cultivar bred by Ethos Genetics through a complex four-way cross involving Silver Lemon Haze, Forbidden Fruit, NYC Cherry Pie and Citral Glue. This strain produces large buds with a remarkable floral terpene expression dominated by lavender and violet notes. Commonly reported effects include feeling uplifted, talkative, and happy, making it an ideal afternoon companion for a lackadaisical adventure.
Genetics and lineage
Lilac Diesel is a complex cross bred by Ethos Genetics, created by first crossing Silver Lemon Haze with Forbidden Fruit, then crossing the result with a hybrid of NYC Cherry Pie and Citral Glue. This multi-layered lineage produces an unusually floral and complex terpene expression that stands out among modern hybrids.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include lavender, flowery, violet, citrus and berry.
Reported character
Reported effects include uplifted, talkative, happy, creative and energetic. Individual experiences vary.
Cannabinoids and terpenes
The dominant terpenes recorded include Terpinolene, Caryophyllene, Pinene. Terpene profiles vary between phenotypes and growing conditions.
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 Lilac Diesel
Users most commonly report feeling uplifted, talkative, happy, creative and energetic after consuming Lilac Diesel. 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 — Terpinolene (aroma and mood), Caryophyllene (comfort and ease), and Pinene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Lilac Diesel are Terpinolene (a complex floral-pine-citrus scent associated with uplifting experiences), Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease) and Pinene (a sharp pine aroma linked to alertness and mental clarity). 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.
Lilac Diesel Questions
What is Lilac Diesel?
Lilac Diesel is classified as hybrid. Its recorded parent strains are Silver Lemon Haze x Forbidden Fruit and NYC Cherry Pie x Citral Glue.
Is Lilac Diesel indica or sativa?
Lilac Diesel is recorded as hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Lilac Diesel?
The archive record notes THC 18% and CBD <1% for Lilac Diesel. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Lilac Diesel suitable for beginners?
Some consumers report feeling paranoid or anxious with Lilac Diesel, so beginners should start with a very small amount and give it time before consuming more. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
What does Lilac Diesel taste like?
The archive lists lavender, flowery, violet, citrus and berry as flavour notes for Lilac Diesel.
What effects are reported for Lilac Diesel?
Community-reported effects include uplifted, talkative, happy, creative and energetic. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Lilac Diesel?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth, dry eyes and anxious. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Lilac Diesel?
The archive record lists terpinolene, caryophyllene and pinene as terpenes associated with Lilac Diesel.
What is the genetic lineage of Lilac Diesel?
The recorded parent strains are Silver Lemon Haze x Forbidden Fruit and NYC Cherry Pie x Citral Glue. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Lilac Diesel 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.