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Hybrid50% Indica / 50% Sativa25-28% THC

Super Boof

Also known as: Superboof, Ze Boof, Blockberry

Breeder: Blockhead Buds (San Diego, CA)

Super Boof is a balanced hybrid that became one of the most celebrated cannabis strains of the 2020s through grassroots clone distribution rather than industry marketing. Created by San Diego hobby breeder Blockhead in 2019 under the name Blockberry, the strain was made from a single pack each of InHouse Genetics' Black Cherry Punch and Oni Seed Co's Tropicana Cookies F2 — bred in a laundry room and backyard without commercial equipment or staff. Michigan cultivator Mobilejay later phenohunted over 200 Blockberry plants, selected the standout expression for its exceptional gas-and-fruit profile, and jokingly renamed it Super Boof (because 'boof' was slang for bad weed). He distributed clones across Michigan, Massachusetts, and Oregon starting in 2021, and the strain's organic word-of-mouth popularity snowballed into multiple competition wins and mainstream recognition. Super Boof delivers a terpene profile that straddles two worlds: the deep cherry-berry darkness of Black Cherry Punch and the bright orange-citrus electricity of Tropicana Cookies. The result is a fruit-forward, gassy cultivar with a balanced high that offers cerebral euphoria without anxiety and physical ease without couch-lock. It regularly tests at 28% THC and has become a favorite for both flower connoisseurs and hash makers, with exceptional resin production that translates well to solventless extraction. The strain breeds easily and has spawned dozens of crosses, further cementing its all-star genetic status. Super Boof's rise represents a shift in cannabis culture — an anonymous hobbyist's backyard cross, renamed as a joke, outcompeted strains backed by major breeding companies to win Leafly's 2024 Strain of the Year. Its success came grower-tested and smoker-approved, without a marketing blitz or industry connections.

Lineage
Black Cherry Punch x Tropicana Cookies
THC Range
25-28%
Flower Time
8-9 weeks (58-68 days)
Difficulty
Intermediate

Lineage & Genetics

Cross: Black Cherry Punch x Tropicana Cookies

Parent strains in encyclopedia:Black Cherry PunchTropicana Cookies

Black Cherry Punch (Purple Punch x Black Cherry Pie) is an indica-dominant hybrid from InHouse Genetics. It contributes the cherry-forward aroma, deep green-to-purple visual coloration, dense bud structure, and the indica body weight that grounds Super Boof's physical effects. It runs approximately 80% indica and is responsible for the anthocyanin-driven purple expression the strain is known for. Tropicana Cookies (Tangie x Girl Scout Cookies) was originally created by Harry Palms and Bloom Seed Co, later popularized by Oni Seed Co. It contributes the bright orange-citrus top notes, sativa-driven mental uplift, the GSC potency ceiling, and the limonene concentration that makes Super Boof smell like orange zest rather than just cherry. Blockhead specifically used Oni Seed Co's 'Mountain' Tropicana Cookies F2 for the cross.

Terpene Profile

DOMINANT

Myrcene0.6-1.5%; the lead compound confirmed by Leafly's strain profile. Contributes the earthy, musky undertone beneath the fruit and the grounding body ease that builds gradually rather than arriving all at once.

DOMINANT

Limonene0.3-0.8%; inherited primarily from the Tropicana Cookies parent. Delivers the sparkling orange-citrus brightness, candied grapefruit top notes, and mood-elevating cerebral edge.

DOMINANT

Caryophyllene0.2-0.7%; adds peppery spice, skunky diesel undertones, and gassy depth. Binds to CB2 receptors and contributes to stress-relief and anti-inflammatory properties.

SECONDARY

LinaloolFloral lavender notes that support calming body effects and add complexity to the aroma's lower register.

SECONDARY

OcimeneSweet, herbaceous, slightly woody character that bridges the fruit and gas elements of the profile.

SECONDARY

HumuleneEarthy, hoppy spice that complements the caryophyllene and adds depth to the exhale.

Aroma: Super Boof's nose is immediately recognizable and intensely pungent — a saturated orange-candy top note rides over dark cherry and purple-punch base tones. Breaking the bud releases bright citrus (blood orange, candied grapefruit) layered over sweet ripe berries, with a distinct creamy vanilla-custard middle and a gassy, diesel funk underneath. The overall impression is 'fruit salad meets fuel station' — complex enough to reward repeated investigation. Multiple cultivators flag the odor intensity during flower as something they underestimated; carbon filtration is not optional for indoor grows.

Flavor: On inhale, Super Boof delivers sweet cherry and ripe berry with a creamy, almost custard-like smoothness. The citrus emerges mid-palate — orange zest and tangerine — creating the 'creamsicle' quality that concentrate users describe. The exhale transitions into earthy, nutty notes with a light diesel edge and peppery spice from the caryophyllene. The smoke is smooth and the flavor complexity holds through multiple hits. Dabbing concentrates amplifies the sweet creamsicle character, with the cherry and orange notes bursting like candy.

Effects & Experience

Onset: Fast-hitting cerebral euphoria arrives within the first few minutes — a wave of mental uplift and creative energy that is distinctly sativa-forward. Users consistently describe an immediate mood boost and sense of giggly well-being.

After the initial cerebral spark, a relaxing body ease builds gradually over 15-30 minutes without producing full sedation or couch-lock. The experience stays functional and focused — mentally clear enough for creative work, social settings, or outdoor activities while physically comfortable and grounded. At higher potency batches (28%+), the body component becomes more pronounced but rarely overwhelming. Leafly reviewers report feeling euphoric, creative, and focused.

Duration: 2-3 hours; the cerebral uplift tends to fade before the body relaxation, which can linger. Not recommended as a bedtime strain — the stimulating onset can interfere with sleep if used too close to rest.

Commonly Reported Uses

Stress reliefDepressionCreative focusMood elevationGastrointestinal disordersFibromyalgiaDaytime productivitySocial situations

Grower's Notes

Flower
8-9 weeks (58-68 days)
Indoor Yield
400-680 g/m²
Outdoor Yield
600-1000+ g/plant
Difficulty
Intermediate
Height / Stretch
Tall with significant sativa-adjacent
Environment
Prefers warm, dry Mediterranean-like climate.

Super Boof grows tall with considerable stretch inherited from the Tropicana Cookies side, requiring active height management in most indoor spaces. The combination of vigorous vertical growth and dense bud development makes this a rewarding but attention-demanding cultivar.

Training & Structure Top at the 4th or 5th node in early veg to develop multiple main colas. Low-stress training (LST) and ScrOG setups are consistently recommended by experienced growers to flatten the canopy and maximize light penetration. Regular defoliation through the mid-canopy during weeks 1-2 of flower improves airflow — critical given how dense the buds become in late bloom. Without training, the sativa stretch can exceed tent height in standard 5-foot setups.

Environmental Targets Vegetative: 75-85°F daytime, 60-70% RH. Early flower: 75-80°F day, 55-60% RH. Late flower: step RH down to 40-45% to prevent mold in the dense bud clusters. Maintain VPD in the 1.0-1.4 kPa range during flower for optimal resin development. A 12/12 light cycle produces the best results for photoperiod expressions.

Color Development The iconic purple-to-black bud coloration depends entirely on temperature manipulation. Drop overnight temperatures to 65-72°F during the final 2-3 weeks before harvest to activate anthocyanin expression from the Black Cherry Punch heritage. Skip this step and you get an excellent strain that simply looks greener than the photos. The color change is cosmetic — it does not affect potency or terpene expression.

Odor Management Becomes intensely pungent during flower — among the loudest strains most growers will encounter. Carbon filtration is absolutely required for indoor grows where smell management matters. Plan for filter capacity appropriate to your space well before flip.

Resin & Extraction Produces 4-5% wet weight in full-spectrum hash yields (per HENDRX Humboldt County validation). The heavy trichome coverage and large trichome heads make this cultivar an excellent candidate for ice water hash and live rosin. Fresh-frozen material processed cold preserves the citrus-cherry top notes best.

Harvest Indicators Watch trichome maturity rather than calendar dates. Aim for milky-white heads with 10-15% amber transition. The tropical citrus terpenes continue developing during the final week of flower, so pulling early produces a flatter profile. Pistils progress from white to deep orange; 60-80% darkened pistils typically coincides with optimal harvest window.

Common Mistakes Underestimating odor intensity. Insufficient headroom for stretch. Inadequate airflow causing mold in dense lowers. Overfeeding nitrogen into the stretch (causes dark, clawed tips and suppresses terpene development). Harvesting too early before the limonene fraction fully develops.

History & Origin

Super Boof's origin story is a study in cannabis culture's grassroots meritocracy. In 2019, a San Diego craft-beer-loving hobbyist operating as 'Blockhead' made the cross in his laundry room and backyard using one pack each of InHouse Genetics' Black Cherry Punch and Oni Seed Co's Mountain Tropicana Cookies F2. From just two females of Black Cherry Punch and one 'super-stinky stud with great structure' Trop Cookies male, he produced the seeds he named Blockberry. No lab equipment, no commercial staff, no hunting through 1,000 seedlings — just a home grower's intuition and a goal to make 'a fruit salad.' Michigan cultivator Mobilejay received seeds, germinated them all, and phenohunted over 200 plants. When he found the standout — gassier and creamier than the original Blockberry — he jokingly renamed it Super Boof (because 'boof' was period slang for low-quality weed) and began distributing clones across Michigan, Massachusetts, and Oregon in 2021-2022. Recipients mothered their cuts and made more clones, spreading Super Boof organically through the craft growing community. The strain's authentic, grower-tested rise never had a marketing blitz — it won its reputation one clone at a time. By 2022 it was winning High Times cups; by 2024 it was crowned Leafly Strain of the Year. Many breeders now work on the Super Boof line, including both Blockhead and Mobilejay (who reportedly no longer speak to one another). The strain breeds easily, creating abundant pollen and seeds, which has further accelerated its spread through the breeding community.

Awards & Recognition

  • 1st Place Hybrid Flower, High Times Medical Cannabis Cup 2022
  • 3rd Place Ice Water Hash, Emerald Cannabis Cup 2023
  • Back-to-back 1st Place Ice Water Hash, The Ego Clash 2023 & 2024
  • Leafly Strain of the Year 2024

Notable Crosses

Strains bred using Super Boof as a parent:

Boof BurgerSuper Boof x HashBurger (California Seedbank)
Super Boof XL AutoSuper Boof x Papaya Zoap Auto (Sweet Seeds)
Angel's RestSuper Boof x Hellcat (Offensive Selections)
Boof TangSuper Boof x Lemon Tree (Elev8 Seeds)
Frozen Super BoofBlockberry x Banana Butter Cups (Robin Hood Seeds)
Boof BerriesBlockberry x Frutti Fritter (Bhang!Dog)
BoofaliciusOrtzadar x Super Boof (Bask Triangle Farms)

Frequently Asked Questions

8 common questions about Super Boof

What is Super Boof and what are its genetics?

Super Boof is a hybrid cannabis strain (50% Indica / 50% Sativa) bred by Blockhead Buds (San Diego, CA). It is a cross of Black Cherry Punch x Tropicana Cookies, testing at 25-28% THC. Super Boof is a balanced hybrid that became one of the most celebrated cannabis strains of the 2020s through grassroots clone distribution rather than industry marketing. Created by San Diego hobby breeder Blockhead in 2019 under the name Blockberry, the strain was made from a single pack each of InHouse Genetics' Black Cherry Punch and Oni Seed Co's Tropicana Cookies F2 — bred in a laundry room and backyard without commercial equipment or staff.

What does Super Boof smell and taste like?

Super Boof's dominant terpenes are Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene. The aroma is described as super boof's nose is immediately recognizable and intensely pungent — a saturated orange-candy top note rides over dark cherry and purple-punch base tones. breaking the bud releases bright citrus (blood orange, candied grapefruit) layered over sweet ripe berries, with a distinct creamy vanilla-custard middle and a gassy, diesel funk underneath. the overall impression is 'fruit salad meets fuel station' — complex enough to reward repeated investigation. multiple cultivators flag the odor intensity during flower as something they underestimated; carbon filtration is not optional for indoor grows.. The flavor profile features on inhale, super boof delivers sweet cherry and ripe berry with a creamy, almost custard-like smoothness. the citrus emerges mid-palate — orange zest and tangerine — creating the 'creamsicle' quality that concentrate users describe. the exhale transitions into earthy, nutty notes with a light diesel edge and peppery spice from the caryophyllene. the smoke is smooth and the flavor complexity holds through multiple hits. dabbing concentrates amplifies the sweet creamsicle character, with the cherry and orange notes bursting like candy..

What are the effects of Super Boof?

Fast-hitting cerebral euphoria arrives within the first few minutes — a wave of mental uplift and creative energy that is distinctly sativa-forward. Users consistently describe an immediate mood boost and sense of giggly well-being. After the initial cerebral spark, a relaxing body ease builds gradually over 15-30 minutes without producing full sedation or couch-lock. The experience stays functional and focused — mentally clear enough for creative work, social settings, or outdoor activities while physically comfortable and grounded. Duration is typically 2-3 hours; the cerebral uplift tends to fade before the body relaxation, which can linger. not recommended as a bedtime strain — the stimulating onset can interfere with sleep if used too close to rest.. Commonly reported uses include Stress relief, Depression, Creative focus, Mood elevation.

How hard is Super Boof to grow?

Super Boof is rated intermediate difficulty. It flowers in 8-9 weeks (58-68 days), reaches tall with significant sativa-adjacent stretch; plants can reach 5-6 feet indoors without training. moderate-to-wide internodal spacing with strong lateral branching. in height, and yields 400-680 g/m² indoors. Best suited for prefers warm, dry mediterranean-like climate. optimal temperature 75-80°f daytime. performs better indoors than outdoors in most climates due to odor intensity and environmental control requirements. environments.

What are the parent strains of Super Boof?

Super Boof is a cross of Black Cherry Punch and Tropicana Cookies. Black Cherry Punch (Purple Punch x Black Cherry Pie) is an indica-dominant hybrid from InHouse Genetics. It contributes the cherry-forward aroma, deep green-to-purple visual coloration, dense bud structure, and the indica body weight that grounds Super Boof's physical effects.

Does Super Boof turn purple?

Yes. Super Boof is known to express purple coloration, with reported colors including deep green, purple, near-black, orange pistils, silver trichomes. Cooler nighttime temperatures during late flowering typically intensify anthocyanin expression.

What strains were bred from Super Boof?

Super Boof has been used as a parent in several notable crosses, including Boof Burger, Super Boof XL Auto, Angel's Rest, Boof Tang, Frozen Super Boof. Its genetics contribute to a wide range of modern cultivars.

Has Super Boof won any cannabis awards?

Yes. Super Boof has received recognition including 1st Place Hybrid Flower, High Times Medical Cannabis Cup 2022; 3rd Place Ice Water Hash, Emerald Cannabis Cup 2023; Back-to-back 1st Place Ice Water Hash, The Ego Clash 2023 & 2024.

Sources & References (11)
  1. SeedFinder.eu — Blockberry (Blockhead Buds) strain info with lineage genealogy and 35 descendants — https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/blockberry/blockhead-buds
  2. SeedFinder.eu — Super Boof (Growers Choice) with flowering time and yield data — https://seedfinder.eu/en/strain-info/super-boof/growers-choice
  3. Leafly — Super Boof strain page with genetics, effects, terpenes, and user reviews — https://www.leafly.com/strains/super-boof
  4. Leafly — Super Boof Strain of the Year 2024 feature with breeder history — https://www.leafly.com/news/strains-products/super-boof-leafly-strain-of-the-year-2024
  5. Fun With Dizzies — Super Boof comprehensive strain guide covering effects, flavor, and growing — https://funwithdizzies.com/super-boof-weed-strain-effects-flavor-grow-guide/
  6. Herb.co — Super Boof strain profile with terpene data and effects — https://herb.co/strains-sense/super-boof-strain
  7. JointCommerce — Boof Strain comprehensive guide with terpene percentages and growing conditions — https://app.jointcommerce.com/blog/category/cannabis-101/boof-strain-a-comprehensive-strain-guide/
  8. Trilogene Seeds — Super Boof grower's guide with environmental parameters — https://trilogeneseeds.com/blogs/blog/super-boof-strain-seeds-guide
  9. Growers Choice Seeds — Super Boof seed listing with grow specifications — https://www.growerschoiceseeds.us/super-boof-feminized-seeds/
  10. HENDRX Seeds & Clones — Super Boof cultivar page with harvest data and wash yield — https://www.hendrx.farm/cultivar/super-boof/
  11. Starbird Salem — Super Boof dispensary blog with breeding history — https://starbirdsalem.com/blog/super-boof

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