Vol. 24 / StrainsStrain DatabaseRead · 2 minUpdated · 2026-05

XJ-13

XJ-13 is a sativa-leaning strain at 17-22% THC, with lemon, pine and sweet spicy citrus on the exhale over a terpinolene, caryophyllene and pinene stack. Onset is reported at 3-4 minutes, with a clean cerebral peak and light body warmth. It crosses Jack Herer with G13 Haze.

title: "XJ-13 - Effects, Terpenes & Queens Availability | Terp Bros NYC" description: "XJ-13: sativa-leaning cannabis strain, 17-22% THC. XJ-13 rotates on the Terp Bros NYC live Queens menu. Lab-tested, walk-in or same-day delivery. 21+." strain_type: "sativa" thc_range: "17-22%" cbd_range: "<1%" dominant_terpenes: ["terpinolene", "caryophyllene", "pinene"] parent_strains: ["Jack Herer", "G13 Haze"] flowering_time: "9-10 weeks" date: "2026-05-23"

Jack Herer Crossed With G13 Haze

XJ-13 crosses Jack Herer with G13 Haze. It originated in California in the early 2000s, with G13 Haze as the second parent beside Jack Herer. Flowering takes 9-10 weeks.

Clean Head, Light Body

The reported feeling is conversational and clear-headed, with a creative streak. Onset is 3-4 minutes, and the peak is a clean cerebral lift with light body warmth. It is a smooth daytime sativa pick. You can expect 2 to 4 hours from flower or a vape, and more from an edible.

Terpinolene, Caryophyllene, Pinene

Terpinolene

Terpinolene leads, described as cerebral, racy and classic sativa-style head energy.

Caryophyllene

Caryophyllene is second, peppery, warm and grounding on the body.

Pinene

Pinene is third, with a fresh, pine-like aroma next to the lemon and pine on the exhale.

Sativas to Weigh Against XJ-13

Jack Herer is a parent, with pine forest, citrus zest and peppery spice at 18-23% THC. Kali Mist shares terpinolene, pinene and caryophyllene at a lower 15-20% THC, with sweet earthy spice, fresh sandalwood and light citrus pine. Panama Red has sweet red earth, light pine and herbaceous spice at 14-19% THC. Blue Dream has blueberry candy and vanilla cream at 17-24% THC.

Frequently asked: XJ-13

How does XJ-13 differ from Jack Herer?

XJ-13 crosses Jack Herer with G13 Haze and tests at 17-22% THC, against 18-23% for Jack Herer. The terpene lead is terpinolene in both, followed by caryophyllene and pinene.

What does it smell like?

Lemon, pine and sweet, spicy citrus on the exhale.

What is its THC level?

XJ-13 sits at 17-22% THC with CBD under 1%, against 18-23% for Jack Herer, and each batch's COA lists its own number.

Should a beginner start with XJ-13?

A small first amount is the sensible route. Check the THC per serving on the label.

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Buying XJ-13 at Terp Bros

Terp Bros sells adult-use cannabis to adults 21 and older with valid ID. Nothing on this page is medical advice or a treatment claim.
Every product is lab-tested by a NY OCM-permitted laboratory, with a certificate of analysis on the package and on the Dutchie product page. Ask at either counter for the current batch and its COA: Astoria, 36-10 Ditmars Blvd or Ozone Park, 135-26 Cross Bay Blvd.
Budtenders explain the terpene and cannabinoid profile, the aroma and the reported feel, and help match a format and a starting amount to your session; the terpene and cannabinoid profile shapes the experience more than the THC number alone. The terpene guide covers each terpene.
Formats: flower, pre-rolls, vapes, concentrates and edibles (NY OCM caps edibles at 10mg THC per serving and 100mg per package). Delivery covers most of Queens. When a cultivar is out of stock, the team points to the closest terpene profile on the live menu.