Various (Heirloom Landrace)
Created Strains
Purple Thai Sativa Landraces
Purple Thai is a classic **pure sativa landrace** originating from the mountainous regions of Thailand. This heirloom strain is renowned for its **energizing and cerebral effects**, making it a favorite among sativa purists. The plants exhibit **tall, lanky structure** with long internodes and narrow, serrated leaves. During late flowering, the buds often develop stunning **purple and magenta hues** due to anthocyanin expression triggered by cooler nighttime temperatures. **Effects & Medical Use:** The high is characterized by an initial rush of **euphoria and mental clarity**, followed by sustained energy and creativity. It's particularly effective for combating fatigue, depression, and stress while stimulating appetite. Due to its high THC content and sativa dominance, novice users should exercise caution as it may induce anxiety in sensitive individuals. **Cultivation Notes:** This landrace requires **experienced growers** due to its long flowering time (12+ weeks), sensitivity to environmental conditions, and preference for warm, humid climates reminiscent of its native habitat. Plants can reach heights of 2.5-3 meters outdoors and require ample vertical space. The yield is moderate but rewards patience with exceptional quality and authentic sativa characteristics.
Chocolate Thai Sativa Landraces
**Chocolate Thai** is a legendary pure sativa landrace originating from the mountainous regions of Thailand. Revered by connoisseurs and breeders alike, it is a cornerstone genetic for many modern hybrids. This strain is famous for its unique flavor profile—a complex blend of rich, dark chocolate, sweet earth, and spicy undertones—and its profoundly cerebral, uplifting high. **Effects & Experience:** The high is quintessentially sativa: a soaring, clear-headed euphoria that sparks creativity, enhances focus, and provides a sustained, energetic lift. It's ideal for daytime use, promoting social engagement, artistic pursuits, and combating fatigue or low mood. However, its potent THC content can induce anxiety or paranoia in sensitive users or with overconsumption. **Cultivation Notes:** As a true equatorial landrace, Chocolate Thai is adapted to a long growing season. It exhibits extreme height (often over 3 meters outdoors), a lanky, branchy structure, and long, airy buds. It requires significant patience, with a flowering time of 14+ weeks. It thrives in hot, humid climates and is resistant to mold and pests, but its sensitivity to photoperiod changes and nutrient requirements make it a challenge for novice growers. The yield is moderate for its size, but the quality of the finished product is exceptional.
Panama Red
**Panama Red** is a legendary pure sativa landrace strain originating from the highlands of Panama. Revered as a cornerstone of cannabis genetics, it was a staple of the 1960s and 70s counterculture, famous for its distinctive red hairs and potent, soaring effects. **Key Characteristics:** * **Genetics:** 100% Sativa landrace. * **Effects:** Delivers a powerful, clear-headed, and long-lasting cerebral high. It's profoundly euphoric and energizing, promoting creativity, focus, and social engagement without heavy sedation. The experience is often described as "psychedelic" or "spacey." * **Flavor/Aroma:** Complex and spicy profile with dominant notes of wood, earth, and pine, underpinned by a sharp, peppery spice. The aroma is pungent and classic. * **Cultivation:** A tall, lanky plant with long internodes, typical of equatorial sativas. It requires patience, with a long flowering time of 11+ weeks. Best suited for experienced growers who can manage its height and appreciate its pure, untamed genetics. Yield is moderate. * **Legacy:** A true heirloom strain, Panama Red is a genetic treasure used to breed many modern sativa-dominant hybrids. It represents the pure, unadulterated sativa experience.
California Sativa Landraces
**California Sativa Landraces** represent a collection of pure, heirloom sativa genetics that have been acclimatized and preserved in the diverse microclimates of California for decades. These are not modern hybrids but rather foundational, long-flowering sativas that trace their lineage to classic equatorial strains from regions like Colombia, Mexico, Thailand, and Africa, adapted to the Californian sun. **Key Characteristics:** * **Phenotype:** Plants are typically **very tall** (often exceeding 3 meters/10 feet outdoors), with long internodes, airy bud structure, and narrow, light-green leaflets. * **Effect Profile:** The high is quintessentially **cerebral and uplifting**. It provides a clean, energetic, and creative boost that is ideal for daytime activities, socializing, or artistic pursuits. The effect is often described as "racy" or "speedy" and can be overwhelming for novice users. * **Cultivation Notes:** These are **challenging plants** for growers. They have an extremely long flowering period (often 12-16 weeks), a strong tendency to stretch, and a preference for a dry, Mediterranean-like finish. They are best suited for experienced outdoor growers in California or similar climates who can provide a long, frost-free season. * **Genetic Significance:** These landraces are considered **"living history"** and are prized by breeders for their unique terpene profiles, pure sativa effects, and robust genetic diversity. They are the building blocks for many modern California hybrid classics.
Indonesia Sativa Landraces
**Indonesia Sativa Landraces** represent a group of pure, heirloom cannabis varieties indigenous to the Indonesian archipelago, particularly regions like Aceh and Java. These are not a single, stabilized commercial strain but a collection of traditional, locally adapted populations. As equatorial sativas, they are characterized by an extremely long, slender growth structure with significant internodal spacing, large, thin-fingered leaves, and a remarkably extended flowering period. The effects are quintessentially sativa: a clear-headed, energetic, and cerebral high that promotes creativity, focus, and social engagement without heavy sedation. The cannabinoid profile is typically moderate in THC by modern standards, often accompanied by a more complex terpene profile that contributes to its unique spicy, woody, and deeply earthy flavor and aroma. These landraces are notoriously challenging to cultivate outside their native tropical environment, requiring high humidity, consistent warmth, and immense patience due to their long maturation cycle. They are prized by breeders for introducing pure sativa genetics, vigor, and unique terpenes into hybrid lines.
Afghan/Pakistan Indica Landraces
**Afghan/Pakistan Indica Landraces** represent the pure, unadulterated genetic foundation of modern indica cannabis. These are not single, stabilized strains but rather a collective term for the indigenous, heirloom populations cultivated for centuries in the Hindu Kush mountain regions spanning Afghanistan and Pakistan. **Key Characteristics:** * **Pure Indica Genetics:** 100% landrace indica, characterized by short, bushy plants with broad, dark green leaves. * **Classic Effects:** Delivers a profoundly heavy, sedative, and physically relaxing 'body stone' effect. It is the quintessential 'couch-lock' experience, ideal for evening use. * **Robust Growth:** Exceptionally hardy and resilient, adapted to harsh, arid, high-altitude climates. They are mold-resistant and have a high tolerance for temperature fluctuations. * **Foundational Breeding Stock:** The genetic backbone for countless modern hybrids (e.g., Northern Lights, OG Kush, Blueberry). Breeders prize them for adding structure, resin production, and relaxing traits. **Cultivation Notes:** These landraces are photoperiod-dependent and thrive in conditions that mimic their native environment. They prefer low humidity and are well-suited for both indoor and outdoor growing, finishing with dense, resin-coated buds.
North American Indica Landraces
**North American Indica Landraces** represent a foundational genetic pool of pure *Cannabis indica* varieties that have adapted to specific regions of North America over centuries. Unlike modern hybrids, these are not the product of intentional breeding programs but of natural selection and traditional cultivation by indigenous peoples and early settlers. They are characterized by their **robust, bushy structure**, **broad, dark green leaves**, and remarkable resilience to local pests and climates (particularly cooler, mountainous regions). These landraces are the direct ancestors of many iconic modern strains and are prized for their **classic, heavy indica effects**: a profound, full-body relaxation that is deeply sedating and ideal for evening use. The high THC content (typically 16-20%) is balanced by a richer terpene and minor cannabinoid profile than many commercial hybrids, contributing to a more complex and "whole-plant" therapeutic effect. They are legendary for their efficacy in treating **chronic pain, severe insomnia, and muscle conditions**. **Cultivation Notes:** They thrive in outdoor environments that mimic their native habitats. Plants are typically short and stocky, making them suitable for discreet grows. They have a natural resistance to mold and cooler temperatures but require a patient hand, as they can be less forgiving than modern hybrids if their specific environmental needs are not met.
Moroccan
**Moroccan** is a classic, pure sativa landrace strain originating from the Rif Mountains of northern Morocco. It's one of the world's most famous hash-producing varieties, traditionally cultivated for centuries to produce high-quality kief and hashish. The plant is tall and lanky with narrow, light green leaves, adapted to the arid, sunny climate of its native region. **Effects & Experience:** Moroccan delivers a clear-headed, uplifting cerebral high that promotes creativity and social engagement without heavy sedation. It's known for its functional euphoria that pairs well with daytime activities. The effects are typically long-lasting and build gradually. **Cultivation Notes:** This is a resilient, low-maintenance strain that thrives in warm, dry conditions. It's resistant to pests and mold, making it suitable for beginner growers. Plants can reach significant heights outdoors and require a long flowering period typical of pure sativas. The buds are airy and not overly dense, but produce abundant resin glands ideal for hash production. **Traditional Use:** For generations, Moroccan farmers have used dry-sifting techniques to separate the potent trichomes from the plant material, creating the world-renowned Moroccan hash (also called "kif" or "kief"). The strain remains a cornerstone of North African cannabis culture.
Aceh/Atjeh
**Aceh (Atjeh)** is a pure, 100% sativa landrace strain originating from the Aceh province on the northern tip of Sumatra, Indonesia. Revered for its traditional use and cultural significance, this strain is a true heirloom genetics preserved by local farmers for generations. **Effects & Experience:** Aceh delivers a classic, clear-headed, and energetic sativa high. The onset is characterized by a strong cerebral euphoria that promotes mental alertness, creativity, and a focused, uplifted mood. It is an excellent daytime strain that combats fatigue and mental fog without inducing anxiety or paranoia in most users. The effects are long-lasting and functional, making it suitable for creative pursuits, social activities, or tackling daily tasks. **Cultivation Notes:** As a pure equatorial sativa, Aceh plants exhibit typical landrace characteristics. They grow very tall with long internodes and thin, finger-like leaves. They require a long flowering period of approximately 12 weeks and thrive in a warm, humid climate reminiscent of their native tropics. Growers should be prepared for significant vertical stretch and employ training techniques like topping or ScrOG to manage height indoors. The buds are airy and spear-shaped, often displaying vibrant orange pistils against a backdrop of forest green foliage. The yield is moderate, but the reward is a genuine, unadulterated sativa experience. **Terpene & Flavor Profile:** The dominant terpene, **myrcene**, provides a deeply earthy and herbal base, complemented by **limonene** and **caryophyllene**. The aroma is a complex bouquet of ancient forest floor, sharp spices, damp wood, and a distinct pungency. The flavor upon inhalation is intensely earthy and spicy, with a lingering herbal and slightly bitter aftertaste, offering a taste of its wild, untamed origins.
Original Central Asia Indica
**Original Central Asia Indica** is a pure, unadulterated landrace strain originating from the mountainous regions of Central Asia, such as Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Uzbekistan. This is the genetic bedrock for countless modern indica hybrids. It is characterized by its compact, bushy structure with broad, dark green leaves and dense, resinous buds that often display deep purple hues in cooler climates. The effects are a classic, heavy-bodied indica experience. It delivers a profound sense of physical relaxation and sedation, making it a premier choice for evening use. The high THC content (typically 14-18%) is balanced by notable levels of CBD and CBG, contributing to a full-spectrum, calming effect that is less racy than many modern hybrids. It is renowned for its effectiveness in treating insomnia, chronic pain, and stress. **Cultivation Notes:** A resilient and hardy plant, it is well-adapted to harsh, dry climates with intense sunlight. It thrives in both soil and hydroponic setups, showing good resistance to mold and pests. Its short stature makes it suitable for indoor growing or discreet outdoor gardens.
Hindu Kush Landraces
**Hindu Kush** is a **pure indica landrace** originating from the mountain range between Pakistan and Afghanistan. This ancient strain is renowned for its **exceptional resilience** and **classic indica effects**. It's considered one of the foundational genetics for many modern hybrids. **Key Characteristics:** * **Genetics:** 100% Indica Landrace * **Effects:** Produces a profoundly **heavy, sedative body stone** that is ideal for evening use. The high is characterized by deep physical relaxation and mental calm, often leading to couch-lock and sleep. * **Plant Structure:** Short, bushy plants with broad, dark green leaves. It is exceptionally hardy, resistant to pests and mold, and thrives in harsh, dry climates. * **Cultivation:** A favorite among breeders for its stable genetics and ease of growth. It flowers relatively quickly and produces dense, resin-coated buds with a classic "hash plant" aroma. **Terpene Profile:** Dominated by **myrcene**, contributing to its sedative and earthy qualities, complemented by **caryophyllene** (spicy) and **pinene** (pine).
Nepalese Indica Landraces
**Nepalese Indica Landraces** represent some of the world's most ancient and genetically pure cannabis varieties, originating from the high-altitude regions of the Himalayas. These plants are the foundation for countless modern hybrids, prized for their robust genetics, resilience, and classic effects. **Key Characteristics:** * **Pure Genetics:** As a true landrace, it offers unhybridized, stable genetics that have adapted to harsh mountain conditions over centuries. * **Classic Indica Effect:** The high is profoundly physical and sedative, characterized by a heavy, full-body relaxation that is ideal for evening use. It induces a strong sense of calm and is famously effective for promoting deep sleep. * **Resilient Growth:** Adapted to cool climates and high altitudes, these plants are typically short, bushy, and hardy, with dense, resinous buds. * **Distinct Terpene Profile:** Dominated by **myrcene**, the aroma and flavor are deeply earthy, woody, and spicy, with subtle herbal notes—a true 'hash plant' fragrance reminiscent of traditional charas.
East African Sativa landraces
**East African Sativa Landraces** represent a diverse and ancient genetic pool of pure *Cannabis sativa* originating from the equatorial regions of Africa, including countries like Malawi, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and the Congo. These are not a single, stabilized strain but a collection of regional varieties that have adapted over centuries to their specific local environments through natural selection. **Key Characteristics:** * **Pure Sativa Genetics:** 100% sativa with a soaring, cerebral, and energetic high. The effects are profoundly uplifting and mentally stimulating, often described as clear-headed and creative, making them suitable for daytime use. * **Landrace Heritage:** As true landraces, they are open-pollinated and genetically diverse, offering a raw, un-hybridized cannabis experience prized by connoisseurs and breeders for their unique terpene profiles and robust genetics. * **Distinctive Profile:** The aroma and flavor are typically complex, featuring a pronounced earthy, woody, and spicy palette with hints of herbs and a characteristic bitter, sometimes sour, finish. The dominant terpene is often **terpinolene**, contributing to its sharp, herbal-pine aroma. * **Challenging Cultivation:** These are equatorial sativas adapted to long growing seasons. They require significant patience, as flowering times can extend **14 weeks or more**. Plants grow extremely tall (often over 3 meters/10 feet outdoors) with long internodes and airy, spear-shaped buds. They are sensitive to overfeeding, humidity, and cooler climates, making them **difficult** for novice growers. **Preservation Note:** True East African landraces are becoming increasingly rare due to hybridization and habitat loss. They are primarily preserved by dedicated seed banks and landrace preservationists.
Khazakhstan Ruderalis
**Kazakhstan Ruderalis** is a pure landrace strain originating from the Central Asian steppes of Kazakhstan. This autoflowering variety represents one of the foundational genetic building blocks of modern cannabis breeding, particularly valued for its autoflowering trait and high CBD content. **Genetic Profile:** As a 100% sativa ruderalis, this strain exhibits the classic autoflowering characteristics that have revolutionized cannabis cultivation. Unlike photoperiod-dependent varieties, Kazakhstan Ruderalis flowers based on age rather than light cycles, making it exceptionally resilient and adaptable. **Cannabinoid Profile:** With a remarkable 12% CBD content and only 8.5% THC, this strain represents one of the most balanced CBD-dominant landraces available. The significant CBG content (1.2%) adds to its therapeutic potential, particularly for inflammatory conditions. **Growth Characteristics:** This hardy strain thrives in harsh conditions with minimal maintenance. Its short stature (typically 30-60cm) and rapid 8-week flowering cycle make it ideal for discreet outdoor cultivation or indoor micro-grows. The yield is modest but reliable, producing dense, resinous buds with exceptional mold resistance. **Therapeutic Applications:** Primarily used for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, Kazakhstan Ruderalis provides clear-headed relief without significant psychoactivity. Medical patients value it for managing chronic pain, arthritis, and anxiety while maintaining full cognitive function. **Preservation Status:** As a true landrace, this strain represents important genetic heritage that is increasingly rare in pure form. Breeders continue to utilize its autoflowering genetics and CBD profile in developing modern medicinal cultivars.
Thai Sativa Landraces
**Thai Sativa Landraces** represent a pure, unadulterated genetic lineage originating from the tropical regions of Thailand. These are classic, equatorial sativas known for their incredibly long flowering times, towering height, and a distinct, soaring cerebral effect. **Key Characteristics:** * **Effect:** The high is quintessentially sativa—cerebral, energetic, and euphoric. It promotes creativity, focus, and a clear-headed, uplifting experience. It is not a sedating strain and is better suited for daytime use. * **Growth:** A challenging plant for cultivators, it can reach heights of over 3 meters (10+ feet) outdoors and requires a long, warm growing season with a flowering period often exceeding 14 weeks. It has a classic, lanky structure with long internodes and airy, spear-shaped buds. * **Lineage:** As a true landrace, it is a foundational genetic building block for many modern hybrid strains, prized for its pure sativa effects and unique terpene profile. **Note:** 'Thai' is often a broad category encompassing several regional landrace varieties, each with subtle differences. This data represents the general consensus for the classic Thai sativa phenotype.
Jamaican Sativa Landraces
**Jamaican Sativa Landraces** represent some of the most iconic and genetically pure sativa strains in the world, having adapted to the tropical climate of Jamaica over centuries. These plants are characterized by their **extreme height** (often reaching over 3 meters outdoors), **long, airy buds**, and a **12+ week flowering period**. The high is quintessentially sativa: a **cerebral, uplifting, and energetic** experience that promotes creativity, social engagement, and a sense of well-being, making it a classic daytime strain. The flavor and aroma profile is complex, featuring a distinctive blend of **tropical fruit, sweet spices, and earthy undertones**, often with a peppery or woody finish. Cultivation requires patience and a warm, humid climate, as these landraces are not suited for cold or short-season environments. They are highly resistant to mold and pests due to their natural adaptation. The terpene profile is dominated by **terpinolene**, which contributes to its unique spicy and floral aroma, supported by myrcene and pinene.
Introduced naturalised Sativa
**Introduced Naturalised Sativa** is a pure, landrace sativa strain that has been carefully cultivated from wild, naturalised populations. This strain represents the classic sativa experience with tall, lanky plants that produce long, spear-shaped buds covered in resinous trichomes. **Key Characteristics:** - **Pure Sativa Genetics:** 100% sativa heritage with no hybrid influence - **Extended Flowering:** Requires 12+ weeks of flowering time - **Tall Structure:** Can reach heights of 2-3 meters outdoors - **Cerebral Effects:** Provides clear-headed, energetic stimulation **Growing Notes:** This strain thrives in warm, sunny climates with plenty of space to stretch. The plants develop long internodes and require support during flowering. The extended flowering period rewards patient growers with aromatic, uplifting buds that deliver a classic sativa experience. **Medical Applications:** Particularly effective for daytime use, this strain helps combat fatigue while promoting mental clarity and creativity. The uplifting effects make it suitable for managing symptoms of depression and stress-related disorders.
Siberian Ruderalis
**Siberian Ruderalis** is a foundational landrace strain, not a modern hybrid. It is a pure, autoflowering *Cannabis ruderalis* subspecies native to the harsh climates of Siberia and Central/Eastern Europe. Its primary significance lies in its genetics, not its recreational potency. **Key Characteristics:** * **Autoflowering Trait:** Its most valuable genetic contribution. Flowers based on age (not light cycle), making it crucial for breeding modern autoflowering hybrids. * **Extreme Hardiness:** Evolved to survive short, cool summers with resilience to cold, pests, and mold. * **Low THC, Higher CBD:** Naturally very low in psychoactive THC but has a more balanced cannabinoid profile with notable CBD, making it non-intoxicating and historically used for fiber and folk remedies. * **Compact Structure:** Short, bushy plants with small, airy buds and narrow leaves. **Modern Use:** Rarely grown or consumed on its own. Its genetics are used almost exclusively by breeders to transfer the autoflowering trait and hardiness to high-THC *indica* and *sativa* varieties, creating the popular autoflowering strains available today.
Maui Waui
Maui Waui is a legendary sativa-dominant strain originating from the Hawaiian islands. Known for its potent cerebral effects and distinct tropical flavor profile, this strain delivers an energetic and uplifting high that's perfect for daytime use. The effects begin with a rush of euphoria and mental clarity, followed by sustained creative energy and mood elevation. Growers appreciate its tall stature and generous yields, though it requires some experience to manage its height and flowering time. The terpinolene-dominant terpene profile creates a unique aromatic experience reminiscent of a tropical fruit basket.
Malawi Gold
**Malawi Gold** is a legendary pure sativa landrace strain originating from the Shire Highlands of Malawi, Africa. Revered as one of the world's finest and most potent sativas, it has been cultivated for centuries by local farmers. This strain is famous for its exceptionally long flowering time, towering height, and complex, stimulating effects. **Effects & Experience:** The high is profoundly cerebral and uplifting, characterized by a clean, energetic euphoria that promotes creativity, focus, and social engagement. It's known for its clear-headed, non-sedating effect that can last for hours. Due to its high THC content and pure sativa genetics, it can induce anxiety or paranoia in novice users or those sensitive to sativas. **Cultivation Notes:** A true challenge for growers, Malawi Gold requires a long, warm growing season (14+ weeks of flowering) and can reach heights of over 3 meters outdoors. It thrives in a climate similar to its native habitat and is resistant to many pests and molds. The yield is moderate, rewarding patience with iconic, spear-shaped buds covered in golden trichomes. **Terpene Profile:** Dominated by **myrcene**, which contributes to its earthy, herbal base, complemented by **limonene** for citrus brightness and **caryophyllene** for a spicy, peppery kick. This combination creates its signature sweet, woody, and spicy aroma.