Super Boof is a balanced hybrid descended from Black Cherry Punch and Tropicana Cookies. Originally bred by California breeder Blockhead as Blockberry, it became known as Super Boof after Michigan grower Mobilejay selected a standout phenotype and helped popularize it. Its distinctive citrus, cherry and berry profile, resin-rich flowers and growing reputation have made it one of the better-known modern cannabis cultivars.
Key Takeaways
| Feature | Super Boof Strain |
| Genetics | Black Cherry Punch x Tropicana Cookies |
| Original Breeder | Blockhead |
| Also known as | Blockberry (name of the original cross), Ze Boof, SBF |
| Strain Type | Hybrid |
| THC | 26% listed by Leafly. Leafly also reports that samples regularly test at 28% |
| Top flavors | Grapefruit, citrus, orange |
| Reported effects | Giggly, focused, euphoric |
| Dominant terpene | Myrcene |
| Flowering time | 7-9 weeks |
| Awards | Leafly Strain of the Year 2024, High Times Cups in Southern California and Alaska (2022), Emerald Cup ice-water hash recognition (2023), and first place for “Ze Boof” ice-water hash at Ego Clash in 2023 and 2024. |
Strain information and THC figures are based on Leafly's published profile and editorial coverage. Characteristics can vary between phenotypes and products. Flowering times and yields depend on the specific breeder and seed line, so consult the relevant breeder's specifications for product-specific growing information.
Genetic Lineage
Super Boof descends from two fruity cannabis varieties: Black Cherry Punch and Tropicana Cookies. California breeder Blockhead crossed these parents in 2019, initially naming the resulting variety Blockberry.
Black Cherry Punch brings ancestry associated with Black Cherry Pie and Purple Punch, while Tropicana Cookies has Cookies and Tangie in its genetic background.
Super Boof is the name given to the standout selection of the original Blockberry cross, rather than a cross with different parent genetics. This is an important distinction because commercial versions sold under the Super Boof name may have different growing characteristics and specifications, depending on the breeder and seed line.
History and Origins
Super Boof's story began in 2019, when California breeder Blockhead, of Blockhead Buds, created the original Blockberry cross in San Diego. According to Leafly, the seeds were initially produced to preserve the genetics rather than for a major commercial launch.
The turning point came when Blockhead sent five Blockberry seeds to Michigan grower Mobilejay. After growing out those seeds, Mobilejay selected a standout plant that would become known as Super Boof.
The name began as a joke. In cannabis slang, "boof" refers to poor-quality flower. Mobilejay used the name ironically, and it stuck. He later distributed the selected cultivar through clones, helping it spread among growers and build a following.
Super Boof's reputation grew through grower interest, competition success, and wider recognition. In 2024, Leafly named Super Boof their Strain of the Year, marking a remarkable rise of a cultivar that began with a small breeding project. It's also had success in flower and hash competitions elsewhere.
Aroma and Flavor
Super Boof is known for combining bright citrus notes with darker fruit aromas.
Orange and grapefruit are among its most commonly reported notes, giving the strain a fresh, zesty character. Underneath the citrus, cherry, berry, and sweeter fruit aromas add depth, while some expressions also have earthy or slightly funky undertones.
This combination reflects the influence of its parent strains. Tropicana Cooies is associated with bright orange and citrus notes, while Black Cherry Punch brings darker cherry and berry characteristics. Together, they create a broader fruit profile that balances sharp citrus with sweeter, richer aromas.
Some descriptions of Super Boof also mention subtle earthy or gassy notes beneath that fruit. The exact balance can vary between phenotypes and commercial seed lines, but graperfruit, orange, and cherry remain recurring features of the Super Boof profile.
Appearance and Bud Structure
Super Boof is known for its dense, vibrant green and purple buds, and heavy trichome coverage is a hallmark of most varieties. It displays physical attributes that give it high bag appeal.
Terpene Profile
Myrcene and limonene are most commonly identified as the dominant terpenes in Super Boof profiles. Beta-caryophyllene is alsofrequently associated with the cultivar’s aroma, although the precise ranking and concentration can vary between batches and genetic expressions. A breeder-specific or lab-tested example should therefore take precedence over a strain database when a quantitative profile is available.
From a sensory perspective, that combination makes sense of Super Boof’s characteristic aroma.
Myrcene is associated with earthy, mustky, and fruity aromatic notes
Limonene contributes the bright citrus character that runs through the strain’s orange and grapefruit profile.
Beta-caryophyllene can add peppery, spicy, and slightly gassy depth.
Importantly, terpene composition is not fixed simply because a plant has a particular strain name. Growing conditions, phenotype, harvest timing, curing and storage can all influence the final terpene profile.
Cannabinoid Profile and Potency
Super Boof is known for its high THC content, placing it firmly among the more potent modern cannabis cultivars. Leafly lists the strain at 26% THC, while its editorial coverage reports that Super Boof regularly tests at around 28%.
These figures give a useful indication of Super Boof's potency, although cannabinoid levels can differ between individual plants, growing conditions and commercial seed lines. A breeder's published specifications or lab test results will therefore give a more accurate picture of the particular version being grown.
Effects and Experience
Super Boof is commonly associated with an upbeat combination of euphoria, focus, and relaxation. It's also commonly described as having a calming side to the experience.
That combination helps explain the cultivar's appeal. Rather than being characterized solely by heavy physical effects or intense cerebral stimulation, Super Boof is often described as offering a meeting point between mental brightness and physical ease. The reported sense of euphoria gives it an uplifting reputation, while its relaxing qualities add another dimension to the experience.
Giggly is another recurrring description, suggesting a lighter, more playful side to the cultivar. Some consumers also report feeling more focused, although individual experiences can differ considerably. These descriptions reflect reported experiences rather than predictable effects, and they should not be taken as a guarantee of how any particular person will respond.
Growing Super Boof
Growing specifications for Super Boof depend on the breeder and particular seed line. Seedsman stocks photoperiod versions from Barney's Farm and Royal Queen Seeds, alongside an autoflowering version from Fastbuds. Although they share the Super Boof name. their published flowering times, harvest windows and expected yields differ slightly.
Super Boof Flowering Times and Yields
The following figures come from the individual breeders' published specifications and provide a useful comparison of expectations for each variety.
| Breeder | Seed Type | Flowering Time | Indoor Yield | Outdoor Yield |
| Barney's Farm | Feminized Photoperiod | 8-10 weeks | 350-450 gm/2 | 450-750 g/plant |
| Royal Queen Seeds | Feminized Photoperiod | 8-10 weeks | 450-600 g/m2 | 450-750 g/plant |
| FastBuds | Feminized Autoflower | 8-10 weeks (seed to harvest) | 450-600 g/m2 | 200-450 g/plant |
Growing Characteristics
Where cultivation is permitted by local laws, Super Boof is marketed for both indoor and outdoor growing environments. Its growing characteristics can differ between breeders, but dense, resin-rich flowers are a recurring feature of commercial descriptions.
The density and weight of mature flowers are important considerations when assessing a cultivar's growing characteristics. Branch strength and structural support can become relevant as flowers develop, while good airflow and appropriate humidity management help reduce conditions associated with mold and mildew.
Super Boof is also known for its pronounced aroma. Its combination of citrus and sweeter fruit notes is part of its appeal, although the strength of that aroma is worth considering in an indoor environment. Growers should aim to practice controlling cannabis aroma during peak flowering where necessary.
Descriptions of growing difficutly vary between breeders, too. FastBuds describes its autoflowering version as beginner-friendly, while individual photoperiod products have their own breeder guidance. Rather than assigning one difficutly rating to every version of Super Boof, it's more useful to consider the particular seed line and its published characteristics.
Similar Strains and Alternatives
Super Boof offers several natural routes into related genetics, whether a reader is interested in its parentage, flavor profile or the broader family of modern fruit-forward hybrids.
Black Cherry Punch
Black Cherry Punch is one of Super Boof’s two named parents and is the obvious place to explore the darker fruit side of the lineage. Its influence can be seen in the cherry and berry character associated with Super Boof, but unlike the balanced hybrid nature of Super Boof, Black Cherry Punch has a strong indica dominance. Users report a floral and herbal quality to the flavor profile that balances out the fruitiness.
Tropicana Cookies
Tropicana Cookiesprovides the other half of the genetic equation. Its citrus-forward character helps explain why orange and grapefruit are such prominent features of Super Boof, but has a more purple-tinged appearance and a strong cookies flavor in the mix.
Tropicana Cherry
For readers particularly drawn to the combination of citrus and cherry, Tropicana Cherry provides another route into that flavor territory. It differs from Super Boof as it leans 60% sativa and adds pinene to the terpene profile. It has a physically different makeup thanks to striking dark purple hues, and comes from crossing Tropicana Cookies with Cherry Cookies F3.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Super Boof Strain?
Super Boof is a hybridcannabis strain descended from Black Cherry Punch and Tropicana Cookies. It’s known for being a highly resinous, fruit-forwardvariety with a balanced profile and a high THC content.
Is Super Boof Indica or Sativa?
Super Boof is generally described as a balanced hybrid, often classified as 50% indica, 50% sativa. The classification comes from the cultivar’s Black Cherry Punch x Tropicana Cookies lineage and the way commercial breeders describe their versions. Individual seed lines can differ, so the specification attached to a particular product should take precedence.
What are the effects of Super Boof?
Super Boof is commonly associated with euphoric, focused, giggly and relaxing effects. This shows a stability which is in keeping with the balanced nature of Super Boof right in the middle of Indica and Sativa characteristics. Individual responses vary, however, so these descriptions represent reported characteristics rather than guaranteed effects.
Why is it called Super Boof?
"Boof" is cannabis slang for poor-quality cannabis flower. Breeder Mobilejay kept a standout phenotype grown from seeds received from original breeder Blockhead and used the term as an ironic description.
Is Super Boof the same as Blockberry?
Super Boof is genetically the same as Blockberry, coming from a cross between Tropicana Cookies and Black Cherry Punch. Blockberry was the name of the original hybrid grown by Blockhead.
Is Super Boof Cherry the same strain as Super Boof?
No. Super Boof Cherry, listed by Leafly as Super Buff Cherry, is a separate strain bred from Super Boof x Tropicana Cherry.
What does Super Boof smell and taste like?
Super Boof has a bright citrus and fruit profile with orange, grapefruit and citrus commonly appearing alongside cherry and berry notes. The result combines sharp citrus character with deeper fruit sweetness. Some expressions also develop earthy, spicy, or gassy undertones, although the exact balance varies between phenotypes and seed lines.
What are Super Boof’s genetics?
Super Boof comes from Black Cherry Punch x Tropicana Cookies. The original cross was made by Blockhead in 2019 and was called Blockberry. A selected phenotype was subsequently popularized by Mobilejay under the Super Boof name. Commercial Super Boof seed lines can differ, so the breeder specification should be checked for the particular version being purchased.
Is Super Boof good for beginners to grow?
There are differences between available seed lines, but Super Boof is often described for being of intermediate difficulty to cultivate. This means it’s best suited to experience or intermediate growers, and dedicated beginners. Due to its dense, resinous flowers, Super Boof is often said to need humidity control in late flowering to avoid mold and mildew, and plant supports are useful in helping support the heavy flowers as they develop.
Why is Super Boof so popular?
Super Boof combines a distinctive lineage with a recognizable citrus-and-cherry flavor profile, and a widely reported euphoric, focused and relaxing experience. Its grassroots history also helped distinguish it from commercially launched cultivars: the original Blockberry cross was selected and popularized as Super Boof before becoming widely available.
What strains come from Super Boof?
Super Boof has become a parent in further breeding work, with several documented crosses involving Super Boof and other established lines. Examples reported in breeder and nursery material include Subzero, Super Buff Cherry. and Ice Block
Where to find Super Boof seeds?
Seedsman stocks Super Boof from multiple breeding sources, including photoperiod feminized varieties, autoflowering feminized varieties, and a clone version.