Moby Dick Auto by Barneys Farm
Ruderalis × Moby Dick
Moby Dick Auto is an autoflowering sativa-dominant hybrid developed by Barney's Farm, offering the potent profile of its photoperiod predecessor in a faster, more manageable format. This cultivar is designed for ease of growth, making it suitable for various environments and grower experience levels while maintaining impressive yields and aromatic qualities.
Appearance and Structure
Moby Dick Auto typically grows to a compact or medium height, ranging from 70-110 cm indoors and up to 140 cm outdoors. It features moderate internodal spacing, allowing for the development of dense flower clusters along a strong central stem and lateral branches. The plant's leaves are medium-sized with slightly serrated edges, and mature flowers are densely covered in trichomes, often appearing sugar-frosted.
Buds develop into pointed spear shapes with a high calyx-to-leaf ratio, minimizing less desirable smaller buds. As the plant matures, pistils change from bright tangerine to a deeper rust color, indicating resin development. Some phenotypes may display subtle anthocyanin tints in cooler temperatures.
Aroma and Flavor Profile
The aroma of Moby Dick Auto is characterized by prominent citrus notes, often described as lemon-peel, layered with scents of pine, sweet wood, and subtle floral incense. Upon grinding, a bright lemon aroma is common, complemented by cedar and a peppery undertone. As the flower cures, sweeter notes resembling honeyed herbs or chamomile can emerge, balancing the zestier top notes.
The flavor profile mirrors the aroma, delivering a brisk citrus and lemon-lime zest on inhalation, followed by resinous pine and a clean, woody finish. When vaporized at moderate temperatures, sweeter citrus and floral notes are accentuated, while combustion can bring out more peppery and woody characteristics. The exhale leaves a faint incense-like aftertaste with a palate-cleansing dryness.
Effects
Moby Dick Auto is noted for producing energetic effects, characteristic of its sativa-leaning profile. Users often report a stimulating and uplifting experience, making it suitable for daytime use when an energy boost is desired. The effects are generally consistent with a sativa-dominant hybrid, providing mental clarity and invigoration.
Terpenes and Cannabinoids
While specific percentages vary, Moby Dick Auto typically contains THC levels between 16-22% and less than 1% CBD. The terpene profile is rich, with commonly identified compounds including Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, Pinene, and Terpinolene. These terpenes contribute to the strain's distinct citrus, pine, and peppery aromatic and flavor notes.
Cultivation
As an autoflowering strain, Moby Dick Auto is easier to grow and can complete its life cycle from seed to harvest in approximately 10-12 weeks. It is well-suited for growers with limited space or time, as well as those looking for quick turnaround cycles or multiple harvests per year. The plant generally exhibits hybrid vigor, responding well to training techniques and producing robust yields, with indoor yields reported between 400-550 g/m² and outdoor yields of 60-180 g per plant.
Origins and Lineage
Moby Dick Auto is an autoflowering version of the renowned Moby Dick strain, developed by Barney's Farm. It is a hybrid resulting from the crossbreeding of ruderalis genetics with the original Moby Dick, which itself is believed to be a blend influenced by Haze and White Widow. The integration of ruderalis genetics provides the autoflowering trait, allowing the plant to transition to flowering automatically around 3-4 weeks after germination, independent of light cycles.