Strain experience guide
Chimera
Also known as Chimera 2
Expect a limonene-led citrus, floral, and sweet profile and a euphoric, creative, uplifted high that settles into relaxation. It suits daytime creativity and conversation, and it earned second place for Best Sativa Flower at the 2023 High Times Cannabis Cup in Massachusetts. Read more Show less
Quick Hits
What kind of high is Chimera?
A balanced hybrid reported as euphoric, creative and relaxed. Picked for painting & drawing and brainstorming at any time of day. The profile features fruity citrus flavor, floral citrus aroma and limonene as the lead terpene.
Terpenes are natural compounds that give cannabis its smell. Compare citrus, pine, and earthy notes to find what you like. They are clues, not a promise of how it feels.
Terpene percentages belong to the jar, not the strain. They move with harvest timing, drying, cure and shelf age — the lighter ones literally evaporate. What holds steady is which terpenes lead, so that is what we rank.
Research associations
- Anxiety reduction
- Mood elevation
- Stress relief
General terpene associations, not effects confirmed for this strain. Evidence varies.
- Caryophyllene Spicy, peppery, woody
- Linalool Floral, lavender, sweet
Listed as reported — no measured order on file for this strain.
Activities people report choosing this strain for.
See the full list →The smell people describe for this strain.
See the full profile →- Sweet
- Earthy
The reported taste, first to last. The batch and how you consume it can change it.
See the full profile →- Sweet
- Earthy
- Best Time Anytime
- Era —
- Rarity —
Genetics Balanced Hybrid Lineage is a guide, not a reliable predictor of the high.
Potency Check the label, not the strain Varies by batch, grower and harvest — check the label on the product you are buying. Scan your label → Reported ranges →
Heads up Reported: dry mouth and dry eyes. Responses vary — start low, go slow. Review safety →
In short
Chimera quick answers
What are the effects of Chimera?
Chimera is a hybrid strain known for euphoric, creative, relaxed, focused and uplifted effects. It suits any time of day.
What does Chimera taste and smell like?
Chimera has aromas of citrus, floral, sweet and earthy and flavors of citrus, sweet and earthy. Its dominant terpene is Limonene.
Is Chimera indica or sativa?
Chimera is a hybrid (50% Indica / 50% Sativa) cannabis strain, classified as an Uplifting High strain. It is a cross between White Truffle and The Creature, bred by BeLeaf Cannabis.
How strong is Chimera?
Chimera is usually 27–30% THC. THC levels vary with growing conditions and the phenotype.
What terpenes are in Chimera?
The dominant terpene in Chimera is Limonene. Other notable terpenes include Caryophyllene, Linalool, Humulene.
When is the best time to use Chimera?
Chimera suits any time of day.
Worth knowing
Chimera effects and experience
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The memorable details
- Balanced 50/50 hybrid bred by BeLeaf Cannabis from White Truffle and The Creature
- Typically tests around 27-30% THC with low CBD, so dose with care
- Limonene-led profile with citrus, floral, sweet, and earthy notes
- Second place, Best Sativa Flower at the 2023 High Times Cannabis Cup in Massachusetts
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Mind, body, and energy
Activities people choose it for
Reported uses
Chimera side effects and safer use
Keep listening Music neighborhood
Sound neighborhood
Follow Chimera into Uplifting High music.
TIWIH classifies this strain within the Uplifting High chemistry pattern. Separately, our editorial music map associates the same family with these sounds. It is a creative bridge—not a prediction or artist endorsement.
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Chimera aroma, flavor, and terpenes
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Aroma and flavor
Chimera terpene profile
Appearance
Batch context Complete cannabinoid record
03 · AI interpretation
Professor High on Chimera
Okay, notes from the field. The first thing I notice is a bright, effervescent lift behind the eyes, like someone raised the dimmer switch on my thoughts. Ideas arrive quickly and connect in interesting ways, so I'm sketching diagrams I didn't plan to draw. Meanwhile, my shoulders unclench and my body settles into a warm, easy relaxation that never turns heavy. That split is the signature here: a head that is engaged and a body that is calm. I'm more talkative than usual, and my focus holds on whatever is in front of me, which fits the limonene-forward reputation, though terpene data on this one is anecdotal. Two cautions from my own bench: my mouth and eyes got dry, so I'm drinking water, and at 27-30% THC it's potent enough that a big hit can tip a clear mood into a jittery one. Small doses keep it sparkling rather than overwhelming.
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The story of Chimera
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Evidence and limits
Chimera research and sources
This profile assembles public facts in original language, links its supporting sources, and keeps gaps or disagreements visible. It is research provenance—not product or lab certification.
- Linked sources
- 12
- Sourced sections
- 9
- Claims under review
- 100
- Profile updated
- Oct 14, 2026
Research Edition Current profile edition
Updated October 14, 2026 · 9 profile areas with section-level sourcing Featured research profile
This edition records This Is Why I'm High’s synthesis of published information about Chimera. It describes source-supported patterns and uncertainty; it does not certify genetics, potency, safety, or any product batch.
- Profile sources
- 18
- Research evidence confidence
- 78%
- Edition date
- October 14, 2026
Evidence confidence summarizes source coverage and consistency for this profile synthesis. It is not a product rating, potency score, or guarantee about any batch.
Source coverage in this edition
- Classification 18 sources
- Lineage 14 sources
- Cannabinoids 13 sources
- Terpenes 16 sources
- Reported effects 17 sources
- Aromas 16 sources
- Flavors 17 sources
- Reported medical uses 10 sources
- Awards 1 source
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Material changes are recorded as new editions using factual categories and source metadata. Source article prose and reviews are not copied into the history.
Research context What published research says
Power-user detail Open sources and methodology
Research Methodology
How we compiled this strain profile
This strain profile was compiled from 18 published sources covering 'Chimera'. Our research pipeline cross-references these sources and reports how strongly they agree — see the confidence breakdown below.
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- leafly.com (opens in new tab)
https://www.leafly.com/strains/chimera
- beststrainfinder.com (opens in new tab)
https://beststrainfinder.com/strains/Hybrid/chimera-strain
- cannapedia.ai (opens in new tab)
https://cannapedia.ai/strain/chimera/
- strain.report (opens in new tab)
https://strain.report/strains/chimera/
- thehempdoctor.com (opens in new tab)
https://thehempdoctor.com/strain-guide/chimera-strain/
- chimeracannabis.com (opens in new tab)
https://www.chimeracannabis.com/strain/chimera
- growdiaries.com (opens in new tab)
https://growdiaries.com/strains/chimera
- phenodb.eu (opens in new tab)
https://phenodb.eu/strain/chimera-2-609372
- sativauniversity.com (opens in new tab)
https://sativauniversity.com/strains/chimera/
- rareharvest.net
- supplyloud.com
- primecutsnursery.com
- chronicguru.com
- cannabuben.co.za (opens in new tab)
https://cannabuben.co.za/strains/chimera
- marijuanaseeds.com
- jointcommerce.com (opens in new tab)
https://www.jointcommerce.com/blog/chimera-strain-a-comprehensive-strain-guide
- strainweaver.com (opens in new tab)
https://strainweaver.com/strains/chimera-3
- strainly.io
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