Purple Dragon strain illustration

Purple Dragon

Indica
4(163)
Type
Indica
THC
17.6%–20.3%
CBD
—
Main terpene
Limonene
Parents
Purple Urkle × Blue Dragon

THC range is the middle half of 3 public lab tests of Purple Dragon flower (2022–2022). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Purple Dragon

A cross of Purple Urkle and Blue Dragon, Purple Dragon is an indica variety. The effects people mention most are feeling hungry, sleepy and tingly.

THC and potency

Public lab results give a good picture of its strength: 3 flower samples tested in 2022 came in at a median of 19.4% total THC (the middle half ranged from 17.6% to 20.3%). That is in line with most flower on dispensary shelves. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.

Aroma, flavour and terpenes

Its reported terpene profile is led by limonene, with caryophyllene and pinene. Limonene is known for bright citrus-peel freshness, while caryophyllene adds black pepper and warm spice. Consumers most often describe the flavour as grape, flowery and lavender.

Reported effects

Beyond feeling hungry, reviewers also mention feeling euphoric and giggly. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with pain, stress and insomnia. The side effects mentioned most are dry mouth, dry eyes and dizziness. These are personal reports, not medical advice.

Genetics

Parents: Purple Urkle and Blue Dragon. Purple Dragon is also a parent of Game Changer.

Purple Dragon terpenes

Relative strength as reported by consumers.

  • limoneneCitrus
  • caryophyllenePepper, spice
  • pinenePine
  • humuleneWoody, hoppy
  • ocimeneSweet, herbal
  • myrceneEarthy, musky

Purple Dragon effects

hungrysleepytinglyeuphoricgigglyupliftedarousedhappyrelaxed

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Purple Dragon FAQ

How strong is Purple Dragon?
In 3 public lab tests, Purple Dragon flower had a median of 19.4% total THC; most samples were between 17.6% and 20.3%.
Is Purple Dragon an indica or a sativa?
Purple Dragon is generally classed as an indica.
What strains make Purple Dragon?
Purple Dragon is a cross of Purple Urkle and Blue Dragon.
What does Purple Dragon smell like?
Its main terpene is limonene (citrus), and people describe the flavour as grape, flowery, lavender.