White Widow
HybridTHC 20–20%
One of the most popular cannabis strains in the world, White Widow is a balanced blend of a South Indian Indica strain and a Brazilian Sativa Landrace strain. The strain comes out to about 60 percent sativa. It was bred for a high trichome count, making it very popular for hash production. Expect an average THC content from White Widow, as THC concentration has been measured at up to 20 percent, but some phenotypes have a stronger THC composition. The CBD content is very low to almost zero. Each of White Widow's beautiful succulent green buds is encased in a white frost of sticky, potent trichomes and tucked in between the strain's bulbous buds are patches of neon orange pistils. You will notice that the leaves are gorgeous spring green and have minimal visible pistils. White Widow is perhaps best known for its incredible resin production, which is easily described as off the charts. The buds are chunky, appearing slightly tapered and conical. The bud structure of White Widow's flowers looks more like its sativa roots than indica. This comes through in the fluffy, loose texture that is sticky yet easy to break up. As mentioned, the trichomes are a defining trait of White Widow plants. Successfully grown strains will have the buds fully covered in the long-stalked trichomes. This provides the strain with the whitish-gray appearance that led to the "White" in its name. White Widow's high can be energetic or relaxing depending on many factors, but nearly all who have tried this powerful hybrid note that it brings an uplifted and somewhat dizzying head "high." Expect energy and euphoria when you consume White Widow. You may also experience a cotton mouth, so keep some water nearby. In terms of medical marijuana applications, White Widow does well at relieving pain from a range of causes, as well as anxiety and nausea. Fans of White Widow report that this strain's flowers have a naturally pungent and earthy aroma, and if you choose to smoke this cannabis strain, you will find it has a subtly sweet sandalwood flavor. The scent is ammonia-like and stinging, with some nice earthy pine notes. When you break the buds off the White Widow, you will get an incense-like odor that is more hash-like. The smoke is smooth and tastes earthy. If you are used to excessively flavored or fruity strains, White Widow may seem to be lacking in flavor. Once you know what to expect, however, the flavor is pleasant. If you prefer discretion when smoking, keep in mind that White Widow can get very pungent when it is combusted. The best time of the day to take advantage of White Widow's effects is the morning. Green House Seeds, a Dutch veteran, produced White Widow back in the 1990s. At the time of its creation, most strains in the underground cannabis market were hybrids like Haze and Northern Lights. Since then, White Widow has made a strong name for itself. It has won multiple awards over the years, starting with the Cannabis Cup from High Times in 1995, making it one of the earliest winners. If you want to grow White Widow cannabis, you can do so from clones or seeds. The strain can be cultivated inside or outside, thanks to its mold resistance. For the ideal results, however, try to maintain a nearly Mediterranean climate with temperatures of 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit. During its vegetative stage, White Widow shows off its indica content. The plant will be wide and bushy, typically staying under six feet tall. If you grow it outside, expect it to flower in early October. Growing indoors leads to flowering in about nine weeks.
Trainwreck
HybridTrainwreck is a well-known sativa-dominant cannabis strain that is said to blend genetics from Thai, Mexican, and Afghani cannabis strains. Wafting from Trainwreck's fluffy flowers is a musky, earthy scent of pine, and once this cannabis strain is smoked you're likely to note that it takes on a citrus fruit flavor. The buds themselves are a saturated tree green hue, which is accented by patches of glistening trichomes tucked between chunky calyxes and golden pistils. Fans of Trainwreck tend to find Trainwreck's high to be superbly creative, euphoric, and physically somewhat relaxing.
Jack Herer
SativaTHC 25–25%
A classic sativa, Jack Herer is a famously potent strain that was originally named in honor of the famous author and activist of the same name. Patients who have experience with this world-famous strain say that Jack Herer offers one of the most motivating and euphoric highs, as it brings a rush of physical and mental energy to their patients while melting away stress and pain. THC potency of Jack Herer's buds has been recorded as high as 25%, making it one of the most potent sativas; the smell this strain's flowers give off is like a bowl of ripe grapefruits, lemons, and oranges, mixed with a fresh aroma of foresty pine. The buds themselves are a beautiful emerald green color, these chunky calyxes have patches of neon orange pistils nestled between them, and over each bud is a dewy layer of trichomes.
Exodus Cheese
HybridTHC 23–25%
The famous strain that reigns from the United Kingdom, Exodus Cheese (also called Cheese) is an indica-dominant bud said to have descended from a particularly dank Skunk #1 phenotype. A strain that is known for its high yield of large, cheesy buds and its even higher potency, this strain has been shown to test as high as 23% THC. Exodus Cheese is regarded by cannabis patients to be a heavily sedative strain, coupling its naturally relaxing indica characteristics with a calming, uplifting head high. Buds of Exodus Cheese produce an earthy cheddar cheese aroma that is quite pungent. The buds' calyxes are a mix of light green and marine hues, brightened even more by the fur of yellow pistils and golden haze of trichomes.
Great White Shark
HybridTHC 18–20%
Great White Shark combines the fabulous White Widow with the overachieving strain Super Skunk in order to create a sativa-dominant hybrid with a fabulously potent body buzz. The sativa side of this strain comes through a creative, stimulating head rush, invigorating its user's thoughts and elevating their mood, meanwhile the indica part of Great White Shark incapacitates the body through a sedating full-body buzz, ideal for any user who is managing pain. Buds of Great White Shark will usually have a THC level of around 20%, and each fuzzy, trichome-covered sage green bud has a tangle of sticky, potent peach-colored pistils. If you break apart one of Great White Shark's flowers in your palm you will be greeted by an earthy aroma of sour lemon that turns sweet like a lemon drop when vaporized or smoked.
Hawaiian Snow
HybridTHC 19–24%
A prolific and award-winning strain, Hawaiian Snow is the three-way sativa-dominant hybrid of Pure Haze, Neville's Haze, and Hawaiian Haze. This strain is known for leaving its user feeling energetic, creative, and entirely euphoric, and Hawaiian Snow's tendency to induce sociability makes this strain a great choice for use when hanging out with friends. Hawaiian Snow was likely named for the huge amount of trichomes that frost the surface of every sage green bud of this strain, mixing with the fine amber pistils that dot the surface of each. THC potency of Hawaiian Snow tends to average 19% THC, and this strain has a classically tropical aroma of sweet pineapple, banana, and citrus fruits, that tastes just as sweet as it smells.
Silver Pearl
HybridSilver Pearl is a beautiful sativa-dominant hybrid strain that combines parents Northern Lights #5, Skunk, and Early Pearl with stimulating, uplifting effects. Cannabis enthusiasts who have tried this cannabis strain remark that Silver Pearl brings a focused and energizing high that is mostly cerebral, known for its tingly, stimulating buzz. Expect Silver Pearl's flowers to have a silver halo of shimmering trichomes that almost completely cover each fluffy jade green flower's surface. These buds have a skunky pungent fragrance, but its flavor is a refreshing blend of lemon, earth, and honey notes.