P85 strain guide
P85 is an indica-leaning hybrid of Legend's Ultimate Indica and Bubblegum. People know it for a sweet bubblegum smell with sour citrus and spice, and a relaxed, happy feel. It's not a widely documented strain, so some details are thin.
Where does P85 come from?
The cross most often given is Legend's Ultimate Indica, often shortened to LUI, with Bubblegum. Annunaki Genetics, which sells a backcrossed line called P85 BX, describes the original as a purple LUI and Bubblegum plant passed on by an outdoor farmer in California, and says it chose the short name because the plant had no official one.
One strain database lists P85 at about 80% indica. Beyond that, its history is not well documented, and some growers use the name loosely, so cuts may differ.
What does P85 smell and taste like?
P85 smells sweet and fruity, with a clear bubblegum note, sour citrus and orange, and some spice, earth and hash underneath. A few people also mention pine.
The taste is usually described as sweet and citrusy with a bubblegum finish. We couldn't find published terpene results for P85, so we're not listing any here.
P85 effects: what people report
People describe P85 as calming and relaxing, with a euphoric, uplifted mood up front and a heavier body feel later. Some say it gets sleepy as it settles, which fits its indica lean.
These are experiences people report, not promises, and there aren't many reviews for this strain. How it feels depends on the product, the amount and your own tolerance.
How strong is P85?
Reported THC varies a lot. One strain database lists about 20%, while one seed review puts some phenotypes as high as 25% to 30%. CBD is low.
With a range that wide, the label on your product is the number to trust. Start small and give it time before having more. Our guide to reading cannabis labels explains what the numbers mean.
Buying P85 in Canada
P85 is rare, and you may also see P85 BX, a backcross that's a related but different plant. Check the name and lineage on the label if they're listed.
Look at the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower keeps more of that bubblegum smell.
P85 vs Bubblegum
Bubblegum is one of P85's parents, and the family resemblance is in the smell: both are known for a sweet scent that really does recall bubble gum. Bubblegum is a balanced older hybrid with a happy, relaxed reputation, while P85 adds sour citrus and spice and leans much more indica, so reports skew heavier and sleepier. If you want the classic sweet hybrid, start with Bubblegum. If you'd like that smell with a heavier feel, try P85.
Strains like P85
If you like P85, these are worth a look:
- Bubblegum: its parent, sweet and balanced.
- Indiana Bubblegum: the older Bubblegum line, with the same sweet smell.
- Bubblegum Kush: a heavier, Kush-leaning take on Bubblegum.
- Northern Lights: a classic relaxing indica, with no documented family link.
