Moonbow is a balanced hybrid cannabis strain bred by Archive Seed Bank from Zkittlez and a Do-Si-Dos phenotype, known for a fruity, floral, candy-like profile and a relaxed, happy high. THC is listed from about 18% to 30%. Archive has kept refining the line over the years.
Moonbow Strain at a Glance
| Type | Balanced hybrid |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Moonbow #112 |
| Lineage | Zkittlez × Do-Si-Dos |
| Breeder / origin | Archive Seed Bank |
| THC | 18–30% (sources vary) (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Not documented |
| Aroma and flavor | fruity, floral, candy, grape, pear, berry |
| Reported effects | relaxed, happy, euphoric |
| Best for | evening use |
Where Moonbow Comes From
Leafly credits Archive Seed Bank with crossing Zkittlez (also called The Original Z) with a Do-Si-Dos phenotype. AllBud gives the same cross and calls it 50/50. Leafly lists Rainbow Belts and Oishii as offspring, and says Archive released Moonbow #112 IX in 2022, a cross of Moonbow #112 F1 with Moonbow #112 F2 #60.
Because Archive has kept developing the line, different Moonbow cuts in jars may not match.
The two parents are both well documented sweet, fruit-forward cookie and candy lines, which explains the fruity and floral tags reviewers give Moonbow. Beyond Archive’s own releases, we found no detailed account of how the first selection was chosen.
Moonbow Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly reports relaxed, happy and euphoric effects and calls the overall experience mostly calming. Reviewers also mention giggly, tingly, uplifted and focused. AllBud lists euphoria, happy, hungry, relaxing, sleepy and uplifting.
One reviewer warned it may cause panic in new users and can lead to couch-lock at heavier doses. Start low.
A practical note: reported potency swings widely across batches and cuts of this line, from the high teens to the high twenties, so two jars named Moonbow can feel quite different. Check the lab label, begin with a small amount, and give it time before deciding to take more. Because Archive keeps developing the line, ask a budtender which selection a given jar comes from.
Moonbow Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Leafly lists pear, floral and chestnut as top flavors and calls it fruity, floral and candy-like. Reviewers mention grape, berry, citrus, gas and lavender. AllBud lists berry, candy, citrus and sour-sweet.
Leafly gives no ranked terpene profile, so we list none.
Because reviewers describe everything from pear and lavender to gas and earthy tones, expect some variation between growers. Fresh, properly cured flower tends to show the fruit and floral side more clearly, while older or rushed batches can read flatter.
Side Effects and How to Use Moonbow
Dry eyes, dry mouth and anxiety are listed. With THC claims up to 30%, a heavy dose can bring anxiety or couch-lock.
If you are new to Moonbow, start with one small inhalation or 2.5 mg in an edible and wait before taking more; see our dosing guide.
Do People Use Moonbow for Medical Reasons?
Leafly readers most often say they use it for anxiety, depression and pain. These are self-reports, not medical advice.
These are user reports, not clinical findings. For what research actually supports, see our cannabis health and research section, and talk to your doctor before using cannabis for a health condition.
Strains Like Moonbow
- Zkittlez: a parent, fruity and candy-like
- Do-Si-Dos: the other parent, sweet and relaxing
- Rainbow Belts: a listed offspring
- Purple Zkittlez: a Zkittlez variant
- Zkittlez Cake: a Zkittlez cross
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Moonbow
Dispensary menus change every week, and Moonbow may be sold under its own name, as a cross or as a pre-roll or vape. The fastest way to find it is to check store menus online before you go. In Sacramento, browse Sacramento dispensaries and check the menus at stores like ALTERNATIVE MEDICAL CENTER and Jackpot. In Chicago, browse Chicago dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Verilife – Chicago River North and UMI – Chicago. You can also browse licensed dispensaries in every state we cover. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Moonbow FAQ
What is Moonbow a cross of?
Zkittlez and a Do-Si-Dos phenotype.
Who bred Moonbow?
Archive Seed Bank.
Is Moonbow indica or sativa?
A balanced hybrid, about 50/50 by AllBud.
How strong is Moonbow?
Listings range from 18% to 30% THC.
What does Moonbow taste like?
Fruity and floral with pear, berry and candy notes.
For adults 21+ in legal states. Strain information reflects breeder descriptions, lab data and user reports; effects vary by person and batch. Not medical advice.
