Strain experience guide
Larry Bubba
Also known as Lbb, Larry Bubba Gelly Auto
Larry Bubba is an 80/20 indica-dominant hybrid from Larry OG x Bubba Kush, bred by Skunkmaster Flex. A caryophyllene-rich terpene profile drives an earthy, citrus-spiced flavor and a relaxed, euphoric, sleepy high. Read more Show less
Quick Hits
What kind of high is Larry Bubba?
An indica-dominant hybrid reported as relaxed, sleepy and euphoric. Picked for sleep & bedtime and evening wind down at night. The profile features earthy citrus flavor, skunky diesel aroma and caryophyllene as the lead terpene.
Terpenes help give cannabis its aroma. Compare citrus, pine and earthy notes to find what appeals to you. The profile offers clues, not a guaranteed high.
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
- Anti inflammatory
- Pain relief
- Anti anxiety
General terpene associations, not effects confirmed for this strain. Evidence varies.
- Limonene Citrus, lemon, orange
- Humulene Hoppy, woody, earthy
Ordered by measured share — the exact percentages shift with every batch and cure.
Reported effects, at a glance. Dose, tolerance and setting can change the experience.
- Sleepy
- Euphoric
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See the full list →What to look for when you open the jar, based on descriptions of this strain.
See the full profile →- Earthy
The reported taste, from the first impression to the finish. The batch and how you consume it can change what comes through.
See the full profile →- Best Time Night
- Era —
- Rarity Common
Genetics Indica-Dominant Hybrid A guide to lineage, 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 →
Worth knowing
The details that shape the experience
The memorable details
- Larry OG x Bubba Kush cross delivers a deeply relaxing, euphoric indica-dominant hybrid high
- Caryophyllene-dominant terpene profile brings peppery spice and soothing body relief
- THC can climb up to 30%, making it a potent pick for experienced consumers
- Voted #1 by the ICA Cannabis Awards for its earthy, citrus-spiced character
Explore the full profile Complete experience record
Mind, body, and energy
Best enjoyed during night
Deep relaxation and sleep
Activities people choose it for
Effect Sources
- 1 Larry Bubba Weed Strain Information leafly.com(opens in new tab)
- 2 Larry Bubba Marijuana Strain Information & Reviews allbud.com(opens in new tab)
- 3 Larry Bubba Strain with Myrcene's Earthy Touch askgrowers.com(opens in new tab)
- 4 Larry Bubba Cannabis Strain Effects strainsdb.org(opens in new tab)
- 5 Larry Bubba Brown Bag Prepack - 28G weedmaps.com(opens in new tab)
- 6 New Larry Bubba Gelly Strain — Effects, THC, Terpenes | StrainCompass straincompass.com(opens in new tab)
6 verified sources
Therapeutic reports
Medical Effect Sources
- 1 Larry Bubba Weed Strain Information leafly.com(opens in new tab)
- 2 Larry Bubba Marijuana Strain Information & Reviews allbud.com(opens in new tab)
- 3 Larry Bubba Strain with Myrcene's Earthy Touch askgrowers.com(opens in new tab)
- 4 Larry Bubba Cannabis Strain Effects strainsdb.org(opens in new tab)
- 5 New Larry Bubba Gelly Strain — Effects, THC, Terpenes | StrainCompass straincompass.com(opens in new tab)
5 verified sources
Mental Effects
- •Stress Relief
Reduces stress and nervous tension without heavy sedation
- •Anxiety Relief
Alleviates anxiety symptoms and promotes calm mental state
- •Depression Management
Elevates mood and helps manage depressive symptoms
- •Mood Stabilization
Balances mood swings and emotional fluctuations
Professor High visualization
Body Effects
- •Pain Management
Reduces chronic pain and muscle tension effectively
- •Sleep Support
Promotes sleep onset and maintains restful sleep cycles
- •Appetite Stimulation
Increases appetite and supports healthy eating habits
Medical Disclaimer: This information is AI-generated based on available research 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.
Side effects and safer use
Side effects vary by individual. Start low, go slow. Consult a healthcare professional with concerns.
These are commonly reported effects. Individual experiences may vary based on dosage, tolerance, and consumption method.
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Sound neighborhood
Follow Larry Bubba into Balancing High music.
TIWIH classifies this strain within the Balancing 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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Aroma, flavor, and chemistry
Look closer Full sensory specimen
Aroma and flavor
Aroma & Flavor Sources
- 1 Larry Bubba Weed Strain Information leafly.com(opens in new tab)
- 2 Larry Bubba Marijuana Strain Information & Reviews allbud.com(opens in new tab)
- 3 Larry Bubba (Skunk House Genetics) :: Cannabis Strain Info seedfinder.eu(opens in new tab)
- 4 Larry Bubba Strain with Myrcene's Earthy Touch askgrowers.com(opens in new tab)
- 5 Larry Bubba Cannabis Strain Effects strainsdb.org(opens in new tab)
- 6 Larry Bubba — SUBX - Subdued Excitement subdued-excitement.com(opens in new tab)
- 7 New Larry Bubba Gelly Strain — Effects, THC, Terpenes | StrainCompass straincompass.com(opens in new tab)
- 8 Larry Bubba Gelly, Moscaseeds, Hybrid, Larry Bubba Auto… | PhenoDB phenodb.eu(opens in new tab)
8 verified sources
Aromas
Flavors
Terpene profile
Terpene Sources
- 1 Larry Bubba Weed Strain Information leafly.com(opens in new tab)
- 2 Larry Bubba Strain with Myrcene's Earthy Touch askgrowers.com(opens in new tab)
- 3 Larry Bubba Cannabis Strain Effects strainsdb.org(opens in new tab)
- 4 Cannabis Strain Larry Bubba Hybrid THC Dominant strainlists.com(opens in new tab)
- 5 New Larry Bubba Gelly Strain — Effects, THC, Terpenes | StrainCompass straincompass.com(opens in new tab)
5 verified sources
Terpene Distribution
Terpene profile: Caryophyllene 0.4%, Limonene 0.2%, Humulene 0.1%, Myrcene 0.1%, Pinene 0.1%, Linalool 0.1%, Ocimene 0.0%, Terpinolene 0.0% .
Caryophyllene Dominant
Flavor: Spicy, peppery, woody
Full Profile
Caryophyllene
0.4%
Flavor Profile:
Spicy, peppery, woody
Effects:
Limonene
0.24%
Flavor Profile:
Citrus, lemon, orange
Effects:
Humulene
0.15%
Flavor Profile:
Hoppy, woody, earthy
Effects:
Myrcene
0.07%
Flavor Profile:
Earthy, musky, fruity
Effects:
Pinene
0.06%
Flavor Profile:
Pine, fresh forest
Effects:
Linalool
0.05%
Flavor Profile:
Floral, lavender, sweet
Effects:
Ocimene
0.01%
Flavor Profile:
Sweet, herbaceous, woody
Effects:
Terpinolene
0.01%
Flavor Profile:
Fresh, piney, floral, citrus
Effects:
Appearance
Color Palette
Texture
Dense, tightly packed indica-style buds true to their Bubba Kush heritage, coated in a thick, sticky resin layer that makes the flower feel heavy and slightly tacky to the touch.
Crystal Density
high
Heavy frost coating
Batch context Complete cannabinoid record
There’s more to a strain than THC%.
THC percentage is a property of the product in your hand, not of the strain. It shifts with the batch, the grower, the harvest, and how the flower was cured and stored — the same strain can test several points apart from two different jars.
Treat the ranges below as market context for what to expect on a shelf — then read the actual label on the product you are buying, and use the terpene profile to judge how it will feel.
High THC (>15%), low CBD (<1%) - Most common recreational strains
03 · AI interpretation
Professor High interprets the pattern
The moment I exhale, that peppery caryophyllene hits first — spicy, almost black-pepper sharp — before a wave of bright citrus limonene cuts through the earthy diesel funk. My mood lifts fast, talkative and strangely aroused, like the sativa side of this cross is having its moment before the Kush genetics remember who's in charge. About twenty minutes in, the humulene and myrcene start pulling my eyelids down and my thoughts get warm and heavy. I'm hungry, I'm giggly, and I'm absolutely not doing anything productive tonight. This is a strain that tricks you — euphoric and creative on the way up, then it quietly locks you into the couch on the way down. By the time the Bubba Kush lineage fully takes over, I'm sedated in the best way, mind quiet, body loose, drifting toward sleep without a fight.
Read this as an interpretation of the profile—not clinical advice, a product rating, or a guarantee.
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Larry Bubba: A Night-Time Powerhouse Built on OG Genetics
Larry Bubba is an 80% indica / 20% sativa hybrid bred by Skunkmaster Flex by crossing two West Coast legends: Larry OG and Bubba Kush. The result is a Type II chemovar — THC-dominant with negligible CBD (0-1%) — that leans hard into the sedative, euphoric territory its parents are famous for, while still carrying enough sativa spark to keep the mind engaged before the body settles in.
🧬 Genetic Heritage & Lineage
- Larry OG contributes the resinous, mentally euphoric OG backbone
- Bubba Kush brings deep physical relaxation and its signature dense structure
- Composition: 80% Indica / 20% Sativa
- Breeder: Skunkmaster Flex
- This lineage also became the base for Mosca Seeds' autoflowering spin-off, crossing Larry Bubba Auto with Gelato Auto to create the nicknamed "Larry Bubba Gelly Auto"
👃 Terpene Profile & Aromatics
Lab-tested data shows a total terpene content of 0.99%, led by:
- Caryophyllene (0.4%) — the dominant terpene, delivering a peppery, spicy edge and acting as a CB2 agonist that underlies the strain's body-focused relief
- Limonene (0.24%) — bright citrus lift that keeps the euphoria from tipping straight into sedation
- Humulene (0.15%) — earthy, subtly hoppy, anti-inflammatory support
- Myrcene (0.07%) — light herbal muskiness that deepens relaxation
- Pinene (0.06%) — a whisper of pine for mental clarity
- Linalool (0.05%), plus trace Ocimene and Terpinolene, rounding out a calming floral undertone
Together these produce a nose of earthy, skunky diesel funk layered with citrus, lemon, pine, spice, sage, and sour notes.
👅 Flavor Experience
The smoke opens with earthy, diesel-forward pungency, shifts mid-palate into citrus and lemon brightness, and finishes with spicy, herbal, floral rose and pear notes with a faint tobacco exhale — a complex ride from funk to fruit to floral spice.
🎯 Effects & Experience
Users report relaxed, sleepy, euphoric, uplifted, creative, hungry, talkative, and aroused effects. Expect an uplifted, talkative, creative opening as the euphoria and citrus terpenes take hold, followed by a hungry, aroused middle stretch, before the caryophyllene and myrcene guide you into a heavy, relaxed and sleepy finish — making this a strain that rewards patience and an empty evening schedule.
🎮 Use Cases & Activities
Best reserved for night, Larry Bubba fits naturally into:
- Sleep & Bedtime wind-downs
- Evening Wind-Down rituals after a long day
- Stress Relief sessions where you want your mind to quiet along with your body
💚 Medical & Therapeutic Potential
Reported use skews 60% mental, with users citing potential support for stress relief, anxiety relief, depression management, and mood stabilization. The remaining 40% body-focused benefit includes potential support for pain management, sleep support, and appetite stimulation — consistent with the caryophyllene- and myrcene-rich terpene profile.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Larry Bubba was #1 Voted by the ICA Cannabis Awards, a nod to its consistency and well-rounded profile among indica-leaning hybrids.
📜 Cultural Context
Known on menus by nicknames like "Lbb" and, in autoflower form, "Larry Bubba Gelly Auto", this strain remains commonly available, reflecting steady demand for its OG/Kush pedigree.
⚠️ Consumer Considerations
With a THC range of 16-30%, potency varies significantly by batch — newer consumers should approach the higher end cautiously. Expect the usual dry mouth and dry eyes, and plan your session for evening hours when sedation won't interfere with your day.
Practical guide How people use it
Recommended Methods
Where it comes from Origins and lineage
Lineage Sources
- 1 Larry Bubba Weed Strain Information leafly.com(opens in new tab)
- 2 Larry Bubba Marijuana Strain Information & Reviews allbud.com(opens in new tab)
- 3 Larry Bubba (Skunk House Genetics) :: Cannabis Strain Info seedfinder.eu(opens in new tab)
- 4 Larry Bubba Strain with Myrcene's Earthy Touch askgrowers.com(opens in new tab)
- 5 Larry Bubba Cannabis Strain Effects strainsdb.org(opens in new tab)
- 6 Larry Bubba Brown Bag Prepack - 28G weedmaps.com(opens in new tab)
- 7 Larry Bubba — SUBX - Subdued Excitement subdued-excitement.com(opens in new tab)
- 8 New Larry Bubba Gelly Strain — Effects, THC, Terpenes | StrainCompass straincompass.com(opens in new tab)
- 9 Larry Bubba Gelly, Moscaseeds, Hybrid, Larry Bubba Auto… | PhenoDB phenodb.eu(opens in new tab)
9 verified sources
Larry Bubba is a hybrid strain created by crossing Larry OG with Bubba Kush, representing an 80% indica and 20% sativa composition.
Genetics
Breeder
Skunkmaster Flex
Seed Bank
Mosca Seeds
Historical information is actively being researched. Details will be updated as more verified data becomes available.
On the record Awards and recognition
Award Sources
1 verified source
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Research notes
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
- 11
- Sourced sections
- 9
- Claims under review
- 51
- Profile updated
- Aug 31, 2026
Research Edition Current profile edition
Updated August 31, 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 Larry Bubba. It describes source-supported patterns and uncertainty; it does not certify genetics, potency, safety, or any product batch.
- Profile sources
- 11
- Research evidence confidence
- 77%
- Edition date
- August 31, 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 10 sources
- Lineage 9 sources
- Cannabinoids 5 sources
- Terpenes 5 sources
- Reported effects 6 sources
- Aromas 8 sources
- Flavors 7 sources
- Reported medical uses 5 sources
- Awards 1 source
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Research context What published research says
What does the research say about Larry Bubba?
Larry Bubba is a hybrid cannabis strain containing up to 30.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Caryophyllene and Limonene. This page currently has good data confidence. Below are profile sources when available plus authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.
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