Strain Overview
| Type | Hybrid |
| THC Range | 22% to 26% |
| CBD Range | Under 1% |
| Parents | Cherry Pie x Tangie |
| Dominant Terpenes | Myrcene, Limonene, Pinene |
| Flavor Profile | Tropical mango, cherry, passionfruit, pine finish |
| Best Time of Day | Late afternoon and evening, creative wind-down |
| Just Flower Formats | Small bag (3.5g AZ / 4g MD), Big bag (14g / 15g) |
| Available In | Arizona and Maryland |
THC Disclaimer: Product potency ranges are approximate and may differ from advertised values depending on batch availability, flower composition, and manufacturing processes. Check our local dispensary for specific and up to date COAs.
Highlights
- A tropical-and-cherry hybrid built on Cherry Pie genetics, with mango and passionfruit on the nose.
- One of the most visually striking flowers on the menu, with deep purple coloration that can appear almost black under low light.
- Reviewers consistently flag Just Flower’s Forbidden Fruit as a reliable repeat-purchase pick.
What Is the Forbidden Fruit Strain?
Forbidden Fruit is a hybrid bred from Cherry Pie and Tangie, producing 22 to 26 percent THC flower with a tropical-and-cherry flavor profile.
The strain combines two strong-flavored parents. Cherry Pie (a Granddaddy Purple x Durban Poison cross) supplies the dense purple buds and cherry-berry top note, while Tangie contributes the citrus zest and mild sativa lift that keeps the experience cerebral. Just Flower grows Forbidden Fruit indoors in Arizona and Maryland facilities, selecting for the tropical-leaning phenotype.
Where Did Forbidden Fruit Come From?
Forbidden Fruit was developed in California in the mid-2010s, with broad market availability beginning around 2017 after multiple cannabis cup placements.
The cross was originally developed as a phenotype hunt designed to combine Cherry Pie’s berry-and-cherry expression with Tangie’s citrus-forward terpenes. The result was a strain with one of the most distinctive flavor profiles in the broader Cookies-and-Pie family. By the early 2020s, it had moved beyond California into legal markets across the country, including Arizona and Maryland.
What Does Forbidden Fruit Look and Smell Like?
Forbidden Fruit produces dense, chunky buds in deep forest green with heavy purple coloration and a frosting of trichomes. The aroma leads with mango, passionfruit, and cherry over a pine-and-earth base.
The visual signature is the depth of purple. In cooler grow rooms or late-flower harvest conditions, the buds can appear almost black at first glance. Trichome coverage is heavy and visible without magnification. On grind, secondary notes of pine and earth emerge underneath the tropical-fruit top, grounding the experience.
[Illustration opportunity: macro photo of Just Flower Forbidden Fruit showing purple-to-black coloration and trichome detail.]
How Strong Is Forbidden Fruit?
Just Flower’s Forbidden Fruit typically tests between 22 and 26 percent THC.
CBD content is generally under 1 percent. Indoor cultivations push toward the upper end of the THC range. The potency lands roughly between mid-tier dessert strains and high-potency cuts.
What Are People Saying About Forbidden Fruit?
Just Flower’s Forbidden Fruit consistently shows up in r/MDEnts community discussions as a solid repeat-purchase pick.
Real consumer quotes from Just Flower customers on r/MDEnts and r/ZonaEnts:
“Their forbidden fruit has been really solid anytime I’ve grabbed it.”
r/MDEnts · Cherry Pie by Just Flower · View thread
“Forbidden fruit just flower.”
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What Effects Should I Expect From Forbidden Fruit?
Consumer reviews most often report relaxed, calm, and mildly euphoric effects from Forbidden Fruit, with a strong body sensation arriving 10 to 15 minutes after smoking.
Cannabis affects everyone differently. Peak experience for most users lands 30 to 60 minutes in. The combination of heavy myrcene content and indica-leaning lineage tends to encourage a wind-down session, with most reviewers slotting Forbidden Fruit into late-afternoon or evening windows.
How Does Forbidden Fruit Compare to Other Just Flower Hybrids?
Forbidden Fruit is more tropical and citrus-forward than other Just Flower hybrids, with a heavier body experience driven by elevated myrcene content.
| Strain | Type | THC Range | Lead Flavor | Common Use |
| Forbidden Fruit | Hybrid | 22% to 26% | Tropical, Cherry, Citrus | Evening, creative |
| El Chivo | Hybrid | 23% to 28% | Diesel, Citrus, Garlic | Daytime, social |
| Cherry Slushy | Hybrid | 22% to 27% | Cherry, Berry, Pine | After-work wind-down |
| Lemon Cherry Gelato | Indica | 23% to 28% | Cherry, Lemon, Cream | Evening, social |
Where Can I Buy Forbidden Fruit From Just Flower?
Just Flower’s Forbidden Fruit is available at licensed dispensaries across Arizona and Maryland as a small bag (3.5g AZ / 4g MD) and a big bag (14g / 15g).
Current dispensary availability is searchable through the store locator at itsjustflower.com. Selection varies by location, and calling ahead is recommended to confirm specific batch availability.
Frequently Asked Questions About Forbidden Fruit
Is Forbidden Fruit an indica or sativa?
Just Flower’s Forbidden Fruit is classified as a hybrid. Consumer-reported effects lean toward relaxed body experiences.
What is the THC percentage of Forbidden Fruit?
Just Flower’s Forbidden Fruit typically tests between 22 and 26 percent THC. Always check the label on your specific batch for exact potency.
What are the parents of the Forbidden Fruit strain?
Forbidden Fruit is a cross of Cherry Pie and Tangie. Cherry Pie contributes the dense purple buds and cherry-berry flavor, while Tangie supplies the citrus zest and mild sativa lift.
What does Forbidden Fruit taste like?
Forbidden Fruit tastes tropical and fruit-forward, with mango, passionfruit, and cherry on the front of the palate and a pine-and-earth finish on the exhale. Myrcene drives the dominant flavor.
Does Just Flower sell Forbidden Fruit in Arizona and Maryland?
Yes. Just Flower offers Forbidden Fruit in both Arizona and Maryland markets as a small bag (3.5g AZ / 4g MD) and a big bag (14g / 15g), available at licensed dispensaries listed on the Just Flower store locator.
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