Strain experience guide
Forbidden Fruit
Also known as Purple Obeah, Fbf, dankenstein
Forbidden Fruit is an indica-dominant hybrid (70/30) crossing Cherry Pie and Tangie, bred by Chameleon Extracts in the mid-2010s. Expect sweet cherry, citrus, and tropical flavors alongside euphoric, relaxed, and sleepy effects that build into deep calm. Read more Show less
Quick Hits
What kind of high is Forbidden Fruit?
An indica-dominant hybrid reported as relaxed, euphoric and sleepy. Picked for sleep & bedtime and stress relief in the evening. The profile features fruity cherry flavor, sweet cherry aroma and myrcene 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
- Sedating
- Muscle relaxant
- Anti inflammatory
General terpene associations, not effects confirmed for this strain. Evidence varies.
- Limonene Citrus, lemon, orange
- Caryophyllene Spicy, peppery, woody
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 →- Tropical
- Citrus
The reported taste, first to last. The batch and how you consume it can change it.
See the full profile →- Tropical
- Citrus
- Best Time Evening
- Era 2015
- Rarity Common
Genetics Indica-Dominant 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
Forbidden Fruit quick answers
What are the effects of Forbidden Fruit?
Forbidden Fruit is a hybrid strain known for relaxed, euphoric and sleepy effects. It is best enjoyed during the evening.
What does Forbidden Fruit taste and smell like?
Forbidden Fruit has aromas of sweet, cherry, tropical and citrus and flavors of cherry, tropical and citrus. Its dominant terpene is Myrcene.
Is Forbidden Fruit indica or sativa?
Forbidden Fruit is a hybrid (70% Indica / 30% Sativa) cannabis strain, classified as a Relaxing High strain. It is a cross between Cherry Pie and Tangie.
How strong is Forbidden Fruit?
Forbidden Fruit is usually 16–26% THC. THC levels vary with growing conditions and the phenotype.
What terpenes are in Forbidden Fruit?
The dominant terpene in Forbidden Fruit is Myrcene. Other notable terpenes include Limonene, Caryophyllene, Humulene.
When is the best time to use Forbidden Fruit?
Forbidden Fruit is best enjoyed during the evening. People often choose it for winding down.
Worth knowing
Forbidden Fruit effects and experience
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Forbidden Fruit Soundtrack
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The memorable details
- Indica-dominant hybrid crossing Cherry Pie and Tangie with cherry-citrus flavor
- Decorated cup-winner including 2x High Times Cannabis Cup victories
- Euphoric, uplifted onset that mellows into deep relaxation and sleepiness
- Popular evening choice for stress relief, pain management, and sleep support
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Mind, body, and energy
Activities people choose it for
Reported uses
Medical Effect Sources
10 verified sources
Medical Disclaimer: This information comes from AI research on available studies and user reports, provided for educational purposes only, and is not intended as medical advice. Cannabis affects everyone differently. Consult with a qualified healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes. Do not use cannabis if pregnant, nursing, or have a medical condition without consulting your doctor.
Mental Effects
- •Stress Relief
Reduces chronic stress and promotes mental calm
- •Anxiety Management
Eases anxiety symptoms without sedative heaviness
- •Mood Elevation
Promotes euphoria and uplifted mental state
- •Depression Support
Helps alleviate symptoms of depression
Professor High visualization
Body Effects
- •Pain Management
Reduces chronic pain and muscle tension effectively
- •Sleep Support
Promotes restful sleep and addresses insomnia
- •Inflammation Reduction
Decreases inflammation and muscle spasm symptoms
- •Appetite Stimulation
Increases appetite and promotes hunger sensations
- •Migraine Relief
Alleviates migraine and headache discomfort
Forbidden Fruit side effects and safer use
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Follow Forbidden Fruit into Relaxing High music.
TIWIH classifies this strain within the Relaxing 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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Forbidden Fruit aroma, flavor, and terpenes
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Forbidden Fruit terpene profile
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03 · AI interpretation
Professor High on Forbidden Fruit
The moment this hits, there's a bright citrus-cherry burst on the exhale that immediately lifts my mood — that's the Limonene talking, brightening things up before the Myrcene takes the wheel. Within about fifteen minutes I feel genuinely euphoric and chatty, thoughts flowing easily, almost energetic. But that's the opening act. As the session rolls on, a warm, heavy calm spreads through my limbs — shoulders drop, eyelids get lazy, and that focused buzz softens into pure, syrupy relaxation. It's a beautifully layered high: cerebral sunshine first, deep-tissue sedation second. By the end I'm parked on the couch, perfectly content, drifting toward sleep without any anxious edge. This is the kind of hybrid that teaches you how terpenes stack — the citrus keeps you smiling while the earthy, myrcene-driven undertow pulls you down into the cushions.
Read this as an interpretation of the profile—not clinical advice, a product rating, or a guarantee.
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Evidence and limits
Forbidden Fruit 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
- 9
- Sourced sections
- 9
- Claims under review
- 71
- Profile updated
- Sep 14, 2026
Research Edition Current profile edition
Updated September 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 Forbidden Fruit. It describes source-supported patterns and uncertainty; it does not certify genetics, potency, safety, or any product batch.
- Profile sources
- 23
- Research evidence confidence
- 74%
- Edition date
- September 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 20 sources
- Lineage 16 sources
- Cannabinoids 17 sources
- Terpenes 11 sources
- Reported effects 20 sources
- Aromas 19 sources
- Flavors 19 sources
- Reported medical uses 10 sources
- Awards 1 source
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Research Methodology
How we compiled this strain profile
This strain profile was compiled from 21 published sources covering 'Forbidden Fruit'. Our research pipeline cross-references these sources and reports how strongly they agree — see the confidence breakdown below.
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https://www.leafly.com/strains/forbidden-fruit
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https://www.allbud.com/marijuana-strains/indica-dominant-hybrid/forbidden-fruit
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https://www.strainpedia.com/forbidden-fruit/
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https://cannapedia.ai/strain/forbidden-fruit/
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https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/forbidden-fruit/royal-queen-seeds
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- plantationpremiumseeds.com
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- leafme.co.uk (opens in new tab)
https://leafme.co.uk/strain/forbidden-fruit
- hypnoseeds.com
- abstraxtech.com (opens in new tab)
https://abstraxtech.com/blogs/learn/forbidden-fruit-favorite-strain
- kindgreenbuds.com
- dssgenetics.com
- rareharvest.net
- labeffects.com
- forbiddenfruitcompany.org (opens in new tab)
https://forbiddenfruitcompany.org/
- theforbiddenfruit.in (opens in new tab)
https://theforbiddenfruit.in/
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