Rainbow Guava
Rainbow Sherbet × Pink Guava
Rainbow Guava is an indica-leaning hybrid celebrated for its vibrant flavor profile and calming effects. Emerging from modern West Coast breeding, it combines tropical guava notes with the sweet, sherbet-like qualities of its lineage.
Appearance
Rainbow Guava buds are typically medium-dense with a golf-ball to torpedo shape, featuring tight calyxes and a high calyx-to-leaf ratio. They are often covered in a heavy layer of crystalline trichomes, giving them a frosted appearance. Pistils are usually a bright tangerine color.
Coloration can range from lime green to deep forest green, often with purple or violet marbling, especially when exposed to cooler temperatures during late flowering. This can create striking contrasts with the orange pistils and white trichomes.
Aroma & Flavor
This strain is known for its prominent guava and candy-like aromas, reminiscent of sweet sherbet. The flavor profile is complex, often described as a blend of tropical fruits, sweet berries, citrus, and floral undertones, with a creamy finish.
Effects
Rainbow Guava is generally reported to provide a mostly calming experience with an uplifting onset. It is often described as producing euphoric sensations without being overly sedating, making it suitable for moderate doses.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
While specific lab results vary, Rainbow Guava is expected to contain terpenes such as Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, Linalool, Humulene, and Ocimene, contributing to its distinct aroma and effects. Cannabinoid content typically includes THC around 5% and CBD below 1%.
Origins & Lineage
Rainbow Guava is understood to be a hybrid that emphasizes guava characteristics, with significant influence from Rainbow Sherbet. Its lineage is tied to modern West Coast breeding, with connections to strains like Pink Guava and RS11. The family behind related strains has seen success, with Zoap (a cross of Rainbow Sherbet and Pink Guava) earning Budtenders' Choice awards.