Some strains earn their name from what they look like. Some from where they were grown. The Catnip strain by LIT Farms earned its name from the effect it has on serious cannabis consumers — irresistible, impossible to ignore, and consistently drawing you back for more. A mostly indica hybrid built on a foundation of Red Velvet, Soap, and the legendary Zoap genetics, the Catnip strain delivers up to 30% THC alongside one of the most complex and distinctive terpene profiles of any cultivar on the Space Trees 2026/2027 menu. Grown in living soil in our Chiang Mai grow room, this is the Catnip strain at its most expressive — skunky, sweet, creamy, and deeply relaxing in equal measure.
Table of Contents
- What Is the Catnip Strain?
- Genetics: Red Velvet × Soap × Zoap
- Terpene Profile: Aroma and Flavour
- Effects: What to Expect
- Medical and Wellness Benefits
- Growing Information
- Catnip at Space Trees Thailand
- FAQ
What Is the Catnip Strain?
The Catnip strain is a mostly indica-dominant hybrid developed by LIT Farms — Lost In Translation — through crossing Red Velvet and Soap, then crossing the resulting hybrid with Zoap. The three-way genetic combination produces a cultivar that draws from one of the most celebrated terpene-forward lineages in modern cannabis — Zoap genetics being the same foundation that produced Cherry Zoap, another standout on the Space Trees menu.
With THC levels reaching up to 30%, dense and heavily resinous bud structure, and a terpene profile that combines skunky fuel, sweet citrus, creamy floral soap, and earthy berry in a single unforgettable nose, the Catnip strain is built for the consumer who wants complexity and potency in the same jar. LIT Farms — known for terpene-forward selection above all else — has produced in Catnip a cultivar that fully delivers on the brand’s core promise.
At a Glance:
| Attribute | Detail |
| Breeder | LIT Farms (Lost In Translation) |
| Variety | Mostly Indica Hybrid |
| Genetics | (Red Velvet × Soap) × Zoap |
| THC | Up to 30% |
| Terpene Profile | Skunky, Sweet, Creamy, Citrus, Fuel |
| Flowering Time | 8–10 Weeks |
| Bud Structure | Dense, Compact, Heavily Resinous |
Genetics: Red Velvet × Soap × Zoap {#genetics}
The Catnip strain genetics are a three-way combination that brings together distinct aromatic and effect profiles from each parent — the result being something more complex and more interesting than any single parent could produce alone.
Red Velvet
Red Velvet is a cake-forward, dessert-leaning indica known for its sweet berry and cream terpene expression, dense and deeply coloured bud structure, and deeply relaxing body effect. The Red Velvet genetics contribute the sweet, fruity, and velvety smooth baseline that underpins the Catnip strain flavour profile — and the indica body effect that makes Catnip as physically relaxing as it is aromatically complex.
Soap
Soap brings the sharpness that prevents the Catnip strain from becoming just another sweet dessert hybrid. A Chem D lineage-influenced cultivar known for its sharp, chemical, fuel-like terpene signature — the same general aromatic territory as the Permanent Marker genetics on the Space Trees menu — Soap adds the pungent, skunky, fuel-like edge that makes the Catnip strain’s nose complex rather than simply sweet. The contrast between Red Velvet’s sweetness and Soap’s sharpness creates the interesting tension at the heart of the Catnip terpene profile.
Zoap (Rainbow Sherbet × Pink Guava)
The same Zoap genetics that produce Cherry Zoap — already one of the most popular strains on the Space Trees menu — bring their signature fruity-floral-soapy character to the Catnip strain. Zoap contributes bright citrus, smooth cream, and the distinctive floral-soap quality that gives the strain an additional dimension beyond what Red Velvet and Soap alone would produce. Zoap also brings significant potency and bag appeal — the dense, frosty, visually stunning characteristics that make LIT Farms genetics so recognisable.
The Zoap connection: Customers who have enjoyed Cherry Zoap on the Space Trees menu will find familiar and complementary terpene territory in the Catnip strain — both sharing the Zoap foundation but expressing it through very different parent genetics. Cherry Zoap reads bright and fruity. Catnip reads deep, skunky, and complex. Two expressions of the same genetic thread. Read the Cherry Zoap review: Cherry Zoap Strain
Terpene Profile: Aroma and Flavour
The Catnip strain terpene profile is one of the most complex and multidimensional on the Space Trees 2026/2027 menu — a layered aromatic experience that evolves from the first jar pop to the final exhale.
Aroma
Open a jar of the Catnip strain and the initial impression is immediately striking — a sharp, pungent wave of sweet-skunky funk that announces itself with authority. The Soap parent’s fuel-like, chemical edge hits first, immediately softened by the creamy, citrus-sweet notes from the Zoap genetics. As the flower warms, the Red Velvet genetics emerge — a deeper, earthier berry sweetness that rounds out the profile and adds a velvety smooth quality beneath the sharper top notes.
The overall aroma is complex in the best possible way — loud, distinctive, and difficult to place in a single category. Sweet but not cloying. Skunky but not harsh. Creamy but with an edge. The Catnip strain smells like exactly what it is — a three-way genetic combination where each parent contributes something meaningful to the whole.
Flavour
On the inhale, the Catnip strain opens with sweet citrus and cream — the Zoap influence at its smoothest and most accessible. The mid-point is where the complexity arrives — a pungent, slightly skunky earthiness from the Soap genetics, balanced by the sweet berry and velvet notes of the Red Velvet foundation. The exhale delivers a lingering fruity-skunky finish with a faint fuel undertone that stays on the palate and keeps drawing you back to the jar.
Grown in living soil at Space Trees Chiang Mai, the Catnip strain’s terpene expression is at its loudest and most layered. Living soil’s mycorrhizal networks deliver the micronutrients that support full terpene biosynthesis — producing a Catnip that expresses the full genetic complexity of its three parent lineages rather than a simplified version of it. For the science: Cannabis Terpenes: The Ultimate Guide
Effects: What to Expect {#effects}
The Catnip strain effects reflect its predominantly indica genetic foundation — a high that begins with welcome euphoria and settles progressively into deep, comfortable physical relaxation.
The Experience
Phase 1 — Euphoric Uplift The Catnip strain opens with a genuine mood elevation — a warm, pleasant euphoria that takes the edge off stress and settles the mind into a relaxed, contented headspace. This opening phase has a social, accessible quality — conversation easy, body light, mind clear. It is not the focused, creative energy of a sativa-leaning high, but a genuinely pleasant, happy state that makes the transition into the deeper indica phases entirely enjoyable.
Phase 2 — Deep Physical Relaxation As the Catnip strain high develops, the indica genetics assert themselves fully. A heavy, warming body effect spreads from the core outward — muscles releasing, tension dissolving, the physical weight of the day becoming less relevant with each passing minute. At moderate doses this remains a comfortable, functional body relaxation. At higher doses, the Catnip strain lives up to its mostly indica designation — deeply sedating, perfect for end-of-evening use, and likely to conclude in deep, restful sleep.
Effects Summary:
- Euphoric and Uplifted
- Happy and Content
- Deeply Relaxing Body Effect
- Calming
- Sedating at Higher Doses
- Perfect for Evening Use
Best consumed: Evening or late afternoon. The Catnip strain is an ideal end-of-day cultivar — rewarding after a long day exploring Chiang Mai or unwinding in the second-floor Space Trees lounge.
Medical and Wellness Benefits
The Catnip strain carries strong medical credentials rooted in its predominantly indica genetics, high THC ceiling, and complex terpene profile. The combination of caryophyllene and myrcene — both present in the genetic heritage of the parent strains — creates a therapeutic profile well-suited to physical and psychological relief.
Conditions that users commonly report finding relief from with the Catnip strain include:
- Chronic Stress — The euphoric opening phase provides rapid and genuine stress relief, replacing anxious or overactive thinking with a warm, content mental state.
- Anxiety — At moderate doses, the calming effect of the Catnip strain addresses anxiety without the paranoia risk of some high-THC sativa-leaning cultivars.
- Chronic Pain — High THC combined with the indica body effect and caryophyllene-driven CB2 anti-inflammatory activity makes Catnip particularly effective for persistent muscular and joint discomfort.
- Inflammation — Caryophyllene’s CB2 receptor activity supports anti-inflammatory pathways throughout the body.
- Insomnia — The deep physical sedation that the Catnip strain produces at higher doses makes it an excellent sleep support cultivar — one of the most reliable on the Space Trees menu for this application.
- Appetite Stimulation — The myrcene content and high THC reliably stimulate appetite — useful for those managing appetite loss or nausea.
Please note: Cannabis affects individuals differently. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Growing Information {#growing}
LIT Farms bred the Catnip strain for performance across the board — compact structure, heavy resin production, and the consistent phenotype expression that the brand’s rigorous stabilisation process delivers.
Key Growing Traits
- Flowering Time: 8–10 weeks
- Yield: High — dense, compact flowers with exceptional resin development
- Plant Structure: Short to medium height — compact and sturdy, ideal for indoor environments with limited vertical space
- Bud Structure: Dense, vibrant, and heavily coated in trichomes as maturity approaches
- Trichome Production: Exceptional — the Zoap and Soap genetics combine to produce thick, full resin head coverage across every bud surface
- Vigour: Excellent — LIT Farms’ stabilisation process delivers consistent, predictable growth
Living Soil Advantage
At Space Trees Chiang Mai, the Catnip strain is grown in organic living soil — the cultivation methodology that allows this strain’s complex three-way terpene profile to express at its fullest. The skunky-sweet-creamy-citrus aromatic complexity of the Catnip strain requires the full biological support of a thriving living soil microbial ecosystem to synthesise completely. In synthetic growing environments, the secondary and tertiary terpene notes that give the Catnip strain its distinctive complexity are often partially suppressed.
In living soil, with mycorrhizal networks delivering the micronutrient spectrum that terpene biosynthesis requires, the Catnip strain expresses all three parent lineages at once — simultaneously skunky, sweet, creamy, and complex in a way that makes every jar genuinely distinctive.
For the full living soil science: What Is Living Soil Cannabis?
Catnip at Space Trees Thailand
The Catnip strain is one of the exciting new additions to the Space Trees Chiang Mai 2026/2027 season menu — a LIT Farms release that brings the brand’s signature terpene-forward approach to a genetic combination unlike anything else currently on the menu. Grown in living soil, hand-trimmed, and cured to the Space Trees 14/28 Standard, this is the Catnip strain at its freshest and most expressive.
If you have enjoyed Cherry Zoap — which shares the Zoap genetic foundation — Catnip offers a fascinating companion experience. Same Zoap DNA expressed through completely different parent genetics, producing a skunky, complex, deeply indica experience where Cherry Zoap was bright, fruity, and balanced. Two expressions of one remarkable genetic thread.
Come and find us at Space Trees on Siri Mangkalajarn Road, Nimman, Chiang Mai. Our team is happy to walk you through the full 2026/2027 menu and help you choose the right strain for your needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Catnip strain?
The Catnip strain is a mostly indica-dominant hybrid developed by LIT Farms through crossing Red Velvet and Soap, then crossing the result with Zoap. It is known for its up to 30% THC, complex skunky-sweet-creamy-citrus terpene profile, and deeply relaxing indica effects perfect for evening use.
Who bred the Catnip strain?
The Catnip strain was bred by LIT Farms — Lost In Translation — a renowned American cannabis breeding company known for terpene-forward genetics, rigorous phenotype stabilisation, and consistent high-performance cultivars.
What genetics does the Catnip strain have?
The Catnip strain crosses (Red Velvet × Soap) with Zoap. Red Velvet contributes sweet berry and cream. Soap adds skunky fuel sharpness. Zoap — the same genetics behind Cherry Zoap — brings fruity citrus, floral-soapy notes, and additional potency.
What does the Catnip strain smell like?
The Catnip strain has a complex, layered aroma — a sharp, pungent skunky-sweet opening from the Soap genetics, balanced by creamy citrus from Zoap, and deepened by earthy berry undertones from Red Velvet. Loud, distinctive, and unlike anything else on the Space Trees menu.
What are the effects of the Catnip strain?
The Catnip strain delivers a warm, euphoric opening that transitions into a deep, heavy full-body relaxation — reflecting its mostly indica genetics. It is best suited to evening use and is particularly valued for stress relief, chronic pain management, and sleep support at higher doses.
How does the Catnip strain compare to Cherry Zoap?
Both the Catnip strain and Cherry Zoap share Zoap genetics — but express them very differently. Cherry Zoap is a balanced hybrid with bright fruity and floral terpenes and an uplifting effect. The Catnip strain is mostly indica with skunky, complex, deeply relaxing characteristics. Complementary experiences from the same genetic foundation.
Where can I buy the Catnip strain in Chiang Mai?
The Catnip strain is available at Space Trees Thailand, located on Siri Mangkalajarn Road in the Nimman area of Chiang Mai. Grown in living soil and cured to the Space Trees 14/28 Standard for peak freshness and maximum terpene expression.
Last updated: 2026 | Strain information sourced from LIT Farms and community data. Individual effects may vary. For educational purposes only.
