White Widow
HybridTHC 20–20%
Getting to Know the Strain
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.
Appearance
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.
Effects
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.
Aroma and Flavor
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.
What Else to Know About White Widow
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.
Northern Lights
HybridTHC 29–29%
One of the most beloved strains of all time, Northern Lights is an indica-dominant cross of Thai and Afghani strains known for its euphoric effects and its resinous flowers.
This strain's THC potency has been proven to reach levels as high as 29%, making this pine-scented strain one of the most potent buds available.
Northern Lights effects are known to be particularly uplifting, but alongside that happy, creative head high is an intense body buzz that completely relaxes and sedates anyone who uses this strain.
Expect flowers of Northern Lights to be extremely large, each fluffy mint green flower encased in a shimmering fur of trichomes and lemon yellow pistils.
Blue Dream
HybridTHC 22–22%
Possibly the most famous Californian strain of all time, Blue Dream provides patients potent pain relief along with a creative and uplifting high.
This phenomenal bud is a combination of the well-loved west coast Haze strain and the insanely potent and aromatic Blueberry strain.
When combined, these strains produced a bud that has Top Tier THC levels (as it tests around 22% THC), a very pleasant and uplifting high, and a taste that is simply irresistible.
These buds have a potent berry aroma and flavor, and their round medium-sized nugs have a delightful pale green hue and a shining coat of translucent trichomes.
Gelato
HybridSometimes called "Larry Bird", Gelato is an indica-dominant Bay Area native that was created when Cookie Farm Genetics blended Thin Mint GSC with Sunset Sherbet.
Gelato's chunky, trichome-covered forest green buds are said to be powerfully high in THC levels, and each of these flowers is adorned with a few short auburn pistils.
Patients who try Gelato describe this strain as heavily physically relaxing, though this strain leaves its users minds relatively clear and able to work on creative personal projects.
If you expected Gelato to have a yummy taste you would be right, as this strain is remarkably sweet, boasting flavors of ripened berries and sherbet complemented by the strain's refreshing mint aroma.
Durban Poison
SativaTHC 17–27%
Hailing from Durban, South Africa, this purebred sativa strain has been making waves for decades due to its high potency and severely stimulating head effect.
One of the most interesting facets of Durban Poison is its potency in THCV, a psychoactive cannabinoid that suppresses hunger and gives its user a burst of energy.
This strain's dense, sticky buds give off a fragrance of sweet grapes, citrus, and earth and generally have about 17-27% THC.
Durban Poison provides its patient with a particularly stimulating cerebral hit, motivating its user through the focused energy it provides while simultaneously dissolving all traces of pain.
Skunk #1
HybridTHC 25–25%
Skunk #1 is an incredibly popular hybrid strain created by Sacred Seed Company that is rumored to have descended from Colombian Gold, Acapulco Gold, and Afghani parents
The THC potency of Skunk #1 has been recorded as high as 25%, making this skunky strain remarkably potent.
Generally, the effects of Skunk #1 are said to be euphoric, energetic, and creativity-inducing, making this strain ideal for patients who are working on creative projects or medicate during the day.
Expect Skunk #1's chunky flowers to give off a skunky aroma, and their light green, fluffy calyxes are each decorated with sparkling trichomes and patches of brownish pistils.
Big Bud
HybridTHC 25–25%
Big Bud is an indica-dominant strain developed to produce huge buds with as few leaves as possible, and it delivers on that front incredibly due to its esteemed parents Afghani and Skunk #1.
Its nugs are large and dense, a dark olive green in color with fiery red pistils and a coat of snow-white trichomes.
This strain is popular for growers and breeders who are looking to produce a high yield of product that has a high potency, as Big Bud generally tests around 25% THC.
Effects of this strain are said to be primarily body-focused, leaving its users fully relaxed and sedated while also notably euphoric, making this strain perfect for evening and weekend use.
Super Silver Haze
HybridA creation of Green House Seeds, Super Silver Haze is a seriously popular and award-winning sativa-dominant hybrid derived from Haze, Northern Lights, and Skunk.
Cannabis connoisseurs love Super Silver Haze for the energizing and euphoric effects that this strain provides, which may make it suitable for daytime medication.
The scent of this cannabis strain blends earthy notes of diesel with bright orange flavor, and the flavor of this strain is similarly citrusy and somewhat intriguingly sage-like.
Super Silver Haze's small, dense buds are each covered in a dew like coat of furry, translucent trichomes, which are separated by small patches of juicy orange pistils.
Super Skunk
HybridA heavily indica-dominant hybrid strain composed of the genetics from Afghani and Skunk #1, Sensi Seeds was the creator of the skunky strain Super Skunk.
Much like its parents, Super Skunk has become a very popular strain due to the dense, large, deep green flowers it creates, each of which is decorated with neon orange pistils and a glittering layer of trichomes.
Super Skunk's flowers do give off a pungent, skunky aroma, but if you smoke or vaporize Super Skunk you're likely to enjoy its mild, sweet flavor.
Cannabis lovers who have tried this hybrid strain have described it as uplifting, stimulating, and yet pleasantly relaxing.
Maui Wowie
SativaTHC 18–22%
Maui Wowie is a legendary sativa strain that provides an ideal cerebral buzz full of euphoria, energy, and creativity.
This strain's uplifting and focused head effect will begin as soon as you smoke or vape Maui Wowie, followed by a stimulating and energetic physical buzz.
Buds of Maui Wowie are notoriously large and have a lime green hue, and each bud is covered in a thick coat of sparkling trichomes and a few mango-colored pistils.
THC levels of Maui Wowie tend to hover between 18-22% THC, and you can expect these flowers to have a sweet lemon, grapefruit, and mango flavor.
White Rhino
HybridAn unknown indica strain from North America was crossed with the renowned cannabis strain White Widow to create the rare and super strong indica-dominant hybrid strain White Rhino.
Allegedly, White Rhino is a durable, bushy cannabis strain that produces bulbous, fluffy flowers with spiky green calyxes and tendril-like orange pistils, and the surface of each of these buds is of course covered in a thick coat of whitish trichomes.
White Rhino fans note that this cannabis strain can completely sedate those who use it, and the head high provided by this rare hybrid is said to be profoundly euphoric.
A musky earthy skunk will greet you when you encounter White Rhino's spiny flowers, and once you vaporize or smoke this hybrid you'll find it has a subtly sweet and super dank flavor.
Somango
HybridSomango is a mostly indica cannabis strain that was originally developed by Soma Seeds, and is descended from the fabulous cannabis strains Big Skunk Korean, Super Skunk, and Jack Herer.
This strain has been described as uplifting, and some say that the strain delivers a creativity-stimulating mental buzz and powerfully relaxing physical effects.
Flowers of Somango are oversized and lumpy, and each of this strain's attractive flowers is accented by chunky trichomes and patches of curly orange pistils.
Those who have experienced Somango describe this cannabis strain as fruity and delicious, and as soon as this strain is smoked it takes on a decadent tropical fruit salad flavor.
Blueberry Kush
HybridCreated in Oregon, this west-coast combination of Blueberry and OG Kush is a deeply potent indica-dominant hybrid.
These bright olive green buds of cannabis are each covered in a fuzzy coat of rust-colored pistils and a fine fuzz of trichomes that make the can buds look nearly white.
The aroma of this strain is a light blueberry flavor with a distinctive Kush spice.
When used, this strain produces a particularly long-lasting effect that is very sedative, euphoric, and can knock out a variety of pain, whether from illness or injury.
Raspberry Cough
HybridThe sativa-dominant strain Raspberry Cough was originally created by Nirvana Seeds and is thought to blend Ice with a landrace strain from Cambodia.
Raspberry Cough's effects are well-regarded as thoroughly uplifting, as the strain purports a clear-headed yet blissful high that brings a burst of physical and mental energy to those who use it.
As you may expect, this strain is said to have a distinct raspberry flavor, though the strain's scent is much earthier and more pungent.
Buds of Raspberry Cough tend to be somewhat diminutive in size, but their dense, moss-colored flowers are each decorated with patches of curly pistils and a generous covering of shimmering pistils.
Aurora Indica
HybridTHC 19–19%
A blend of Northern Lights and Afghan, Aurora Indica (bred by Nirvana seeds) is one of the most heavily indica-dominant hybrids available.
As you would expect, this strain delivers a sedative body high that calms your mind as well, making this a fitting strain for patients with insomnia as well as many chronic pain conditions.
Generally this potent strain tests at about 19% THC, its buds are dense and sticky, a deep forest green in color, and have clusters of glistening trichomes.
Misty Kush
HybridOriginally developed by Nirvana Seeds, Misty Kush is a potent indica-dominant cross of Northern Lights, Shiva, and White Widow.
Cannabis enthusiasts who have experienced Misty Kush report that this strain delivers a thoroughly soothing body buzz and an uplifting cerebral effect.
Misty Kush plants usually flower within eight to ten weeks, and the resulting buds are long and fluffy and light green in color.
These buds have a pungent and somewhat unpleasant odor, though when smoked this strain tastes like a slice of sugared lemon.
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HybridTHC 29–29%
The sativa-dominant strain Jock Horror is a cross of Afghan Skunk and Haze 19 with Northern Lights.
THC potency of Jock Horror is known to reach above 29%, so experienced cannabis users are likely to be satisfied while those who have a low tolerance might be overwhelmed by this strain's effects.
Patients who have tried Jock Horror say that, physically, the strain is completely relaxing, sedating each muscle in the body, while the mental effects of this strain are simply bright and uplifting.
Jock Horror's nugs are densely packed and a ghoulish green color, each laced with long blood orange pistils and covered in a sheer dust of trichomes.
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HybridThe heroic sativa-dominant cannabis strain Wonder Woman is thought to be a derivation of Ice and an unknown hybrid.
A popular hybrid, Wonder Woman's effects are said to be mentally stimulating and physically somewhat relaxing, which makes this strain suitable for daytime or evening medication.
Flowers of Wonder Woman tend to be somewhat diminutive in size, and each of this strain's beautiful emerald green buds has a delicate cloak of trichomes and small curls of fire-colored pistils.
Wonder Woman's fragrance is quite pleasantly floral, and when this strain is vaporized or smoked you'll find it has a tropical, fruity flavor.
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