Key Takeaways
  • Querkle is a hybrid Hybrid (Indica-dominant 80/20) strain originating from USA, dating back to 2010.
  • Lab tests place its THC content at approximately 20-25%.
  • Its lineage runs through Purple Urkle x Space Queen, making it a key reference point for breeders.
  • 2 documented strains descend from Querkle, including modern market favourites.
  • Dominant terpenes: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene — driving its signature aroma and effects.

About Querkle

Querkle is an iconic California indica-dominant hybrid created in the mid-2000s by the late legendary breeder Subcool of TGA Genetics (The Green Avengers). By pollinating the slow-growing, flavorful California clone Purple Urkle with his renowned Space Queen male (The Dude: Romulan × Cinderella 99), Subcool increased Purple Urkle's growth vigor while preserving its legendary candied grape flavor. Querkle produces dense, rock-hard buds splashed in royal purple and dark violet, drenched in crystalline resin. The aroma is mouth-watering—releasing artificial grape soda, wild blackberries, sweet vanilla cream, and earthy hashish. It delivers a deeply relaxing, heavy-bodied stone that melts chronic physical pain and guides consumers into restorative sleep.

Flavor Profile

Old School
EarthySweetBerryGrapeFloral
Modern
Earthy / DankZ / CandyCandy / FruityCandy / ZFloral / Perfumey

The Story & Lineage Origin

🍇 1. Subcool's Purple Mission

In the mid-2000s, Subcool set out to fix the notoriously slow vegetative growth and low yields of the elite Purple Urkle clone by crossing it with his Space Queen male 'The Dude'.

💜 2. Candied Grape Soda Terpenes

The cross yielded robust plants with vibrant purple calyxes and an intense fragrance of fizzy grape soda, sweet musky berries, and earthy hash.

🏆 Medical Cannabis Legend: Querkle became a cornerstone of West Coast medical dispensaries for managing severe chronic pain, muscle spasticity, and insomnia.

Notable breeders & preservers: Subcool / TGA Genetics (The Green Avengers)

Seeds & Availability

Querkle was bred by Subcool / TGA Genetics (The Green Avengers). 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

Purple Urkle (Mendocino Purps phenotype) crossed with Space Queen (Romulan x Cinderella 99 by TGA Seeds)

Phenotypes & Cultivars

Querkle is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:

Querkle

Terpene Profile

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

Browse the full terpene reference →

Parent Genetics

Querkle descends from:

Known Offspring

Strains that descend from Querkle:

Querkle F2 Purple Space Queen

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the THC percentage of Querkle?

Querkle typically tests at 20-25% THC content in lab results, though actual potency varies by phenotype, growing conditions, and harvest. As an indica-leaning strain, the THC produces a heavier body-driven effect.

Is Querkle a sativa or indica?

Querkle is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain (Hybrid (Indica-dominant 80/20)). Bred from Purple Urkle x Space Queen, its effects lean toward a relaxing, body-driven indica experience. Users report: Relaxed, happy, mellow, euphoric, sleepy.

Querkle strain review — what to expect

Querkle is known for Relaxed, happy, mellow, euphoric, sleepy. Purple Urkle × Space Queen. Bred by the late master breeder Subcool of TGA Genetics, Querkle is legendary for royal purple calyxes, candied grape soda, and heavy pain relief. The aroma profile features grape, berry, sweet, floral, earthy. Dominant terpenes: Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene.

What is Querkle crossed from?

Querkle was bred from Purple Urkle x Space Queen. Detailed ancestry: Purple Urkle (Mendocino Purps phenotype) crossed with Space Queen (Romulan x Cinderella 99 by TGA Seeds). This cross produces the strain's characteristic effects, terpene profile, and growth pattern.

What terpenes are in Querkle?

Querkle is dominated by Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene, 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 Querkle yield and how long does it flower?

Querkle has a flowering time of 8-9 weeks and produces moderate to high (450-520 g/m²) yields. Plants reach medium height, making it a versatile size for most indoor setups.

What is Querkle and where does it come from?

Querkle is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that originates from USA. It belongs to the 2010s era of cannabis genetics. Purple Urkle × Space Queen. Bred by the late master breeder Subcool of TGA Genetics, Querkle is legendary for royal purple calyxes, candied grape soda, and heavy pain relief.

What is the genetic background of Querkle?

Querkle has the following ancestry: Purple Urkle (Mendocino Purps phenotype) crossed with Space Queen (Romulan x Cinderella 99 by TGA Seeds).

Is Querkle indica or sativa?

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

What does Querkle smell and taste like?

Querkle has a Grape, berry, sweet, floral, earthy aroma, with flavors described as Grape, berry, sweet, floral, earthy. Its dominant terpenes are Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene.

What are the effects of Querkle?

Users report Relaxed, happy, mellow, euphoric, sleepy. As an indica-dominant strain, it leans toward relaxing body effects.

How strong is Querkle? (THC & CBD content)

Querkle typically tests at 20-25% THC with low CBD. Strength always varies by grow and harvest.

Medical Applications

Querkle is commonly associated with: