Key Takeaways
  • Clementine is a hybrid Sativa-dominant Hybrid strain originating from USA, dating back to 2015.
  • Lab tests place its THC content at approximately 17-23%.
  • Its lineage runs through Tangie lineage selection, making it a key reference point for breeders.
  • 2 documented strains descend from Clementine, including modern market favourites.
  • Dominant terpenes: Terpinolene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene — driving its signature aroma and effects.

About Clementine

Clementine is a sativa-dominant strain widely associated with Crockett Family Farms, selected from the Tangie (originally "La Sour" Tangie) lineage for its explosive tangerine and clementine citrus terpenes. The aroma is one of the most orange-forward in cannabis — freshly peeled clementine with a hint of diesel. The high is uplifting and energetic, making it an excellent daytime and creative strain.

Flavor Profile

Old School
DiesellySweetCitrusOrange
Modern
GassyZ / CandyZesty / ZZ / Citrus

The Story & Lineage Origin

Clementine rose to fame alongside the hugely popular Tangie in the mid-2010s, when citrus terpenes swept the market. It became a parent of strains like Mimosa and many other orange-forward hybrids, cementing its place in the modern breeding environment.

Leafly lists it on its 100 best strains list.

Notable breeders & preservers: Crockett Family Farms

Seeds & Availability

Clementine was bred by Crockett Family Farms. Official seed packs from the breeder and authorized retailers sell out fast and are frequently counterfeited — verify pack authenticity (breeder logo, batch codes) before buying, and expect phenotype variation between packs.

Genetic Background

Selected from Tangie (Shangri-La lineage) by Crockett Family Farms

Phenotypes & Cultivars

Clementine is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:

Clementine Tangie Clementine

Terpene Profile

Clementine is dominated by Terpinolene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene, along with 1 other minor terpenes. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.

Browse the full terpene reference →

Parent Genetics

Clementine descends from:

Known Offspring

Strains that descend from Clementine:

Clementine crosses Tangerine hybrids

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the THC percentage of Clementine?

Clementine typically tests at 17-23% THC content in lab results, though actual potency varies by phenotype, growing conditions, and harvest. As a sativa-leaning strain, the THC delivers an uplifting cerebral experience.

Is Clementine a sativa or indica?

Clementine is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain (Sativa-dominant Hybrid). Bred from Tangie lineage selection, its effects lean toward an uplifting, cerebral sativa experience. Users report: Uplifted, energetic, creative, happy, focused.

Clementine strain review — what to expect

Clementine is known for Uplifted, energetic, creative, happy, focused. An intensely orange, tangerine-scented sativa from Crockett Family Farms, built on Tangie genetics with soaring, happy effects. The aroma profile features tangerine, clementine, citrus, sweet orange, diesel. Dominant terpenes: Terpinolene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene.

What are the phenotypes of Clementine?

Clementine expresses several phenotypes and cuts, including Clementine, Tangie Clementine. The dominant phenotypes often show subtle differences in structure, flowering time, color expression, and terpene balance while sharing the same core genetics.

What is Clementine crossed from?

Clementine was bred from Tangie lineage selection. Detailed ancestry: Selected from Tangie (Shangri-La lineage) by Crockett Family Farms. This cross produces the strain's characteristic effects, terpene profile, and growth pattern.

What terpenes are in Clementine?

Clementine is dominated by Terpinolene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene, with 1 additional minor terpenes. These aromatic compounds shape the strain's signature flavor, aroma, and contribute to its reported effects through the entourage effect.

How much does Clementine yield and how long does it flower?

Clementine has a flowering time of 8-9 weeks and produces high yields. Plants reach medium to tall height, making it better suited for larger grow spaces with vertical room.

What is Clementine and where does it come from?

Clementine is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that originates from USA. It belongs to the 2010s era of cannabis genetics. An intensely orange, tangerine-scented sativa from Crockett Family Farms, built on Tangie genetics with soaring, happy effects.

What is the genetic background of Clementine?

Clementine has the following ancestry: Selected from Tangie (Shangri-La lineage) by Crockett Family Farms.

Is Clementine indica or sativa?

Clementine is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain. Learn how in indica vs sativa classification differs in our strain guide.

What does Clementine smell and taste like?

Clementine has a Tangerine, clementine, citrus, sweet orange, diesel aroma, with flavors described as Orange, tangerine, citrus, sweet, slight gas. Its dominant terpenes are Terpinolene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene.

What are the effects of Clementine?

Users report Uplifted, energetic, creative, happy, focused. As a sativa-dominant strain, it leans toward uplifting cerebral effects.

Medical Applications

Clementine is commonly associated with: