Peach Guava
Strawberry Guava × Guava Runtz × White Guava × Peach Pie
Peach Guava is a sativa cultivar celebrated for its prominent fruit-forward aroma and flavor profile, blending stone-fruit sweetness with tropical guava notes. Its exact genetic origins can vary, but it's recognized for a balanced demeanor and terpene-driven characteristics that influence its sensory experience.
Appearance
Peach Guava typically features medium-dense, conical to spear-shaped buds characterized by a high calyx-to-leaf ratio. The bracts range from lime to forest green, often accented by peach or tangerine-colored pistils that mature to darker shades. Some phenotypes may display rosy or faint violet hues, particularly under cooler conditions. Well-cultivated samples are heavily frosted with trichomes, extending from the bracts to the sugar leaves, and exhibit bulbous, cloudy trichome heads, indicating careful handling.
Aroma & Flavor
The aroma of Peach Guava is a complex bouquet dominated by ripe peach nectar and tropical guava pulp, often with undertones of tropical punch. Bright citrus zest notes, indicative of limonene, complement the stone-fruit core. Secondary aromas can include hints of mango, papaya, or melon, rounded out by floral and sweet cream elements. A subtle peppery or woody finish, potentially from caryophyllene or humulene, adds depth. Upon grinding, the profile can reveal more intense guava funk, fermenting fruit notes, or sugary, jam-like esters with threads of dough or honey.
Flavors mirror the aroma, presenting a rich blend of sweet peach and tropical guava, often with a candy-like sweetness. Citrus zest and tropical fruit notes like mango are common, while floral undertones and creamy nuances contribute to a dessert-like experience. The finish can carry a mild spice or a lingering sweetness.
Effects
Consumers often describe Peach Guava as providing a balanced demeanor that leans towards calming and relaxing effects. It is noted for its ability to foster a sense of focus and can induce feelings of being giggly. The cultivar is also associated with alleviating fatigue, contributing to a more energized and uplifted state without significant overstimulation.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
Peach Guava is characterized by a significant presence of limonene, contributing bright citrus top notes. Other terpenes commonly associated with its profile include caryophyllene, offering spicy undertones; linalool, which adds floral notes; humulene, contributing earthy or woody aromas; ocimene, known for sweet and herbaceous scents; and nerolidol, which can impart floral and woody characteristics. The THC content typically ranges from 18% to 26%, with CBD levels consistently below 1%.
Origins & Lineage
The Peach Guava name emerged in the early to mid-2020s, representing a target terpene profile rather than a single, fixed genetic line. Breeders have created various versions by crossing guava-dominant strains, such as Strawberry Guava, Guava Runtz, or White Guava, with peach-forward dessert cultivars like Peach Pie or other peach-expressing hybrids. This approach allows for variations in the final terpene balance and effect profile depending on the specific parentage used by different breeders.
Growing
Peach Guava typically exhibits characteristics of a hybrid strain, often requiring average cultivation difficulty. It generally has a flowering time of 56–65 days, with a moderate stretch post-flip. The plants respond well to training and often produce dense buds with significant resin coverage, making them suitable for extraction. Environmental factors can influence the expression of certain traits, including color and bud structure.