Red Dragon
Red Dragon
Also known as: Red Dragon (Barney's Farm)
What is the Red Dragon strain?
Red Dragon is a hybrid cannabis strain with up to 23.0% THC, known for its euphoric effects and citrus and earthy flavor profile.
Red Dragon is an exotic hybrid cannabis strain created by Barney's Farm through crossing West Himalayan Kush with Utopia Haze, a landrace Brazilian sativa. This strain exhibits a sativa-dominant genetic profile with a ratio between 60:40 and 70:30 sativa to indica. The strain's name reflects its striking visual characteristics, as the buds are dense and compact, showcasing vibrant shades of green with hints of purple throughout, often featuring fiery red hairs intermingled with the green and purple hues.
Developed by Amsterdam-based Barney's Farm, one of the most iconic seed banks and international benchmarks in the cannabis world, Red Dragon has gained recognition for its balanced effects and distinctive characteristics. The crossing of Pakistani Kush with a true Brazilian sativa paved the way for one of their most exotic strains, giving a distinctive and immediately exotic sativa high with a relaxing effect that lasts for hours. The strain's complex genetic heritage combines the robust resilience and potent effects from its Himalayan Kush parent with the invigorating cerebral high contributed by Utopia Haze, resulting in a versatile cannabis variety appreciated by both recreational and medical users worldwide.
What are the effects of Red Dragon?
What are the medical benefits of Red Dragon?
- Users report relief from depression
- May help with stress and anxiety
- Often used for chronic pain management
- Users report assistance with fatigue
- May help with inflammation
- Often used for mood disorders
- Users report relief from migraines
- May help with insomnia
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of Red Dragon?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- 😨 Paranoia
- 😰 Anxiety
- 💫 Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible paranoia
- Potential anxiety in high doses
- Dizziness
- May cause overstimulation
How do you grow Red Dragon?
Red Dragon is highly regarded for being easy to cultivate and maintain, making it an ideal option for novice growers. It grows very fast and generally reaches heights of only about 90cm. It flowers in roughly 9 weeks, producing heavy harvests of up to 600 gr/m² indoors. With its manageable height of approximately 3.94 ft (1.2 m), it can be cultivated indoors or outdoors with ease. This strain has a relatively short flowering time of 55-60 days, allowing for quicker harvests. Red Dragon is a moderately easy plant to grow with a flowering time of 8 to 10 weeks indoors and is not recommended for outdoor cultivation. Anyone with a green thumb can make it happen, but this plant is typically recommended for intermediates and above. Her yield is average to above average, but can sometimes peak if kept in cool, Mediterranean climates that are well-maintained and tempered.
How should you use Red Dragon?
Red Dragon is a hybrid strain with 23.0% THC, which is moderate potency. As a hybrid, it offers versatility for both daytime and evening use.
Beginners
Start with 1-2 small inhalations or 2.5-5mg if using edibles. Wait 15 minutes before taking more. This strain is potent — start very low.
Regular Users
A standard session of 3-5 inhalations or 5-15mg edible dose. Effects typically onset within 5-15 minutes when inhaled, 30-90 minutes for edibles.
Experienced Users
Adjust to personal tolerance. Moderate doses should provide a satisfying experience.
Start low and go slow. This is not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis.
What is the genetic lineage of Red Dragon?
What strains were bred from Red Dragon?
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Red Dragon make you feel?
Red Dragon is a hybrid strain that primarily produces euphoric effects, followed by happy. Users report the dominant effect at 85% intensity. With 23.0% THC, this strain is moderately strong and suitable for regular consumers.
Is Red Dragon good for medical use?
Red Dragon has been reported by users for users report relief from depression, may help with stress and anxiety, often used for chronic pain management, users report assistance with fatigue, may help with inflammation, often used for mood disorders, users report relief from migraines, may help with insomnia. As a hybrid, it offers a balanced profile that may work throughout the day.
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Are there side effects with Red Dragon?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, paranoia, anxiety, dizziness, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible paranoia, potential anxiety in high doses, dizziness, may cause overstimulation when using Red Dragon. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does Red Dragon taste and smell like?
Red Dragon features a flavor profile of citrus, earthy, guava, herbal, pine, spicy, sweet, woody. The dominant terpenes are Caryophyllene and Limonene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about Red Dragon?
Red Dragon is a hybrid cannabis strain containing up to 23.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Caryophyllene and Limonene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.
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