Cannabis Strains
354 strain(s) found91 Krypt
91 Krypt is a potent hybrid strain developed by DNA Genetics, resulting from a cross between the legendary Chemdog 91 and the powerful Kryptonite. This strain inherits the best traits from both parents, creating a well-balanced experience that begins with cerebral stimulation before melting into full-body relaxation. With THC levels consistently testing around 24%, 91 Krypt delivers a powerful punch. The high starts with an uplifting, euphoric head rush that sparks creativity and conversation. As the effects deepen, a heavy, indica-dominant body stone takes over, relieving tension and promoting deep relaxation without complete sedation. This makes it excellent for evening use when you want to unwind but remain functional. The flavor profile is complex and fuel-forward, paying homage to its Chemdog lineage. Users report a diesel and earthy base with undertones of sweet citrus and pine, making for a smooth yet pungent smoke. The aroma is equally strong, filling the room with a skunky, woody scent that has fruity accents. Cultivators appreciate 91 Krypt for its high yields and resilience. It grows to an average height and flowers in about 8 weeks, producing dense, resin-coated buds. While it requires some experience to manage its nutrient needs and strong odor, the reward is a generous harvest of top-shelf flowers.
Abusive OG
Abusive OG is a powerful indica-dominant hybrid that lives up to its intense name. A phenotype of the legendary OG Kush, this strain delivers a heavy, sedative effect that's perfect for evening use. With THC levels often reaching 24% or higher, it produces a strong cerebral euphoria that quickly melts into full-body relaxation. The high myrcene content contributes to its classic 'couch-lock' effect, making it excellent for pain relief and insomnia. Growers appreciate its dense, resinous buds that carry the signature OG aroma with extra fuel-like pungency. **Key Characteristics:** - Potent sedative effects ideal for nighttime - High THC content with minimal CBD - Classic OG Kush structure with dark green buds and orange pistils - Strong skunky diesel aroma with earthy undertones
Acapulco Gold
**Acapulco Gold** is a legendary pure sativa landrace strain originating from the Guerrero mountains near Acapulco, Mexico. Revered since the 1960s, it's known for its **potent cerebral effects** and distinctive **golden-brown pistils** that give it a 'gilded' appearance when cured properly. **Key Characteristics:** * **Potency:** Exceptionally high THC for a landrace, delivering a powerful, clear-headed euphoria. * **Effects:** A classic 'daytime' strain that provides a long-lasting, energetic, and creative boost without sedation. Ideal for artistic pursuits or social activities. * **Flavor/Profile:** Complex aroma profile featuring earthy, spicy, and sweet notes with a distinct coffee or hazelnut undertone, a signature of its terpene profile dominated by myrcene. * **Growth:** A tall, lanky plant suited for warm, dry climates. It requires patience during its longer flowering period but rewards with resinous, aromatic buds.
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.
Afghan Hawaiian
Afghan Hawaiian is a well-balanced hybrid (60% Indica/40% Sativa) created by Seedsman Seeds. It combines the robust, relaxing genetics of a classic **Afghan Kush** with the bright, tropical euphoria of a **Hawaiian Sativa**. The result is a strain that delivers a powerful, full-body relaxation typical of Indicas, paired with a clear-headed, uplifting mental buzz from its Sativa lineage. **Effects & Medical Use:** The high begins with a cerebral rush of euphoria and happiness that lifts the mood and melts away stress. This gradually transitions into a deeply relaxing body stone that can relieve pain and tension without causing excessive sedation for most users. It's particularly noted for stimulating appetite. Medically, it is sought after for managing **stress, anxiety, chronic pain, insomnia, and appetite loss**. **Cultivation:** A resilient and forgiving plant, making it an excellent choice for novice growers. It adapts well to both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoors, plants remain of average height and respond well to training techniques like SCROG to maximize yield. Outdoors, it thrives in warm, Mediterranean-like climates. The flowering time is a relatively fast 8 weeks, with high yields of dense, resin-coated buds. **Flavor & Aroma:** The profile is a complex fusion of its parents. It has a dominant **earthy, skunky base** from the Afghan side, overlaid with distinct **sweet, tropical fruit** notes from the Hawaiian heritage. Undertones of pine and spice round out the experience, making it both pungent and pleasantly sweet.
Afghan Haze
Afghan Haze is a classic sativa-dominant hybrid created by Mr. Nice Seeds, representing a carefully balanced cross between the legendary **Afghani #1** and the iconic **Original Haze**. This strain masterfully blends the deep, physical relaxation of its indica heritage with the cerebral, uplifting energy of its sativa lineage. **Effects & Experience:** The high typically begins with a swift, clear-headed cerebral lift that promotes **euphoria, creativity, and focused thought**. This initial mental stimulation gradually melds with a soothing, full-body relaxation emanating from the Afghan genetics. The result is a functional, balanced high that can alleviate stress and anxiety without heavy sedation, making it suitable for daytime or evening use. **Cultivation Notes:** Plants exhibit a tall, sativa-like structure with long internodes and can stretch significantly during flowering. They produce dense, resinous buds with a classic spicy, earthy aroma. While rewarding, growers should be prepared for its height and a flowering time on the longer side for a hybrid. **Therapeutic Profile:** Valued by medical users for its potential to address **chronic stress, anxiety disorders, and mild to moderate pain**, while also helping combat fatigue and low mood.
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.
AK-47
AK-47 is a legendary cannabis strain that has maintained its popularity for decades. Despite its aggressive name, this strain produces a surprisingly clear-headed and functional high, making it suitable for daytime use. The genetics are a complex blend of Colombian, Mexican, Thai, and Afghani landraces, resulting in a sativa-dominant hybrid with remarkable consistency. Key Characteristics: Effects: The high begins with a cerebral rush of euphoria and creativity, followed by a gentle body relaxation that doesn't lead to sedation. Users report feeling happy, uplifted, and socially engaged. Medical Use: Highly valued for its ability to alleviate symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression without heavy couch-lock. Its analgesic properties also help manage mild to moderate pain and fatigue. Cultivation: A favorite among growers for its resilience, short flowering time, and generous yields. It adapts well to both indoor and outdoor environments and has good resistance to mold and pests. Flavor Profile: A complex mix of earthy sandalwood, sweet floral notes, and a sharp, spicy pine finish. The aroma is pungent and skunky with undertones of incense.
Alien Cookies
**Alien Cookies** is a potent hybrid strain created by Archive Seed Bank through crossing **Alien Technology** with **Forum Cut Girl Scout Cookies**. This strain inherits the best traits from both parents, resulting in a well-balanced experience that begins with cerebral stimulation before melting into full-body relaxation. **Genetics & Appearance:** - **Lineage:** Alien Technology × Forum Cut GSC - **Structure:** Dense, resin-coated buds with dark purple hues and vibrant orange pistils - **Trichome Coverage:** Exceptionally high, giving a frosted appearance **Effects & Medical Applications:** The high THC content (averaging 24-26%) delivers immediate euphoric effects that gradually transition to deep physical relaxation. Medical users report significant relief from chronic pain, anxiety disorders, and insomnia. The caryophyllene-dominant terpene profile contributes to its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. **Cultivation Notes:** - **Environment:** Adaptable to both indoor and outdoor growing - **Feeding:** Moderate to heavy feeders, responsive to organic nutrients - **Training:** Benefits from LST (Low Stress Training) to maximize yield - **Harvest Window:** 55-60 days flowering time **Consumption Recommendations:** Due to its potency, Alien Cookies is best suited for experienced consumers. Start with small doses and allow 10-15 minutes for full effects to manifest before consuming more.
Alien Dawg
**Alien Dawg** is a powerful hybrid strain born from the legendary cross of **Chemdawg 91** and **Alien Technology F2**. This strain inherits the best traits from its parents, offering a potent cerebral euphoria followed by deep physical relaxation. With THC levels often exceeding 22%, it's a favorite among experienced users seeking strong effects. **Key Characteristics:** * **Genetics:** Chemdawg 91 x Alien Technology F2 * **Effect Profile:** Begins with a cerebral, spacey, and euphoric lift that smoothly transitions into a heavy, sedative body stone. Ideal for evening or nighttime use. * **Medical Use:** Highly effective for managing chronic pain, stress, anxiety, and insomnia. Its notable side effect of stimulating appetite makes it valuable for patients undergoing treatments like chemotherapy. * **Cultivation:** Plants exhibit a robust structure with dense, resin-coated buds that emit a pungent fuel and skunk aroma. They respond well to both SCROG (Screen of Green) and SOG (Sea of Green) training methods to maximize yield. * **Awards & Recognition:** While not as trophy-laden as some, it has gained a cult following for its reliable potency and unique flavor profile within the "Dawg" and "Alien" family lineages.
Alien Kush
Alien Kush is a powerful indica-dominant hybrid that has gained legendary status among cannabis connoisseurs. Bred by **Reserva Privada**, this strain is believed to be a cross between **Alien Dawg** and **OG Kush**, combining the best traits of both legendary lineages. **Appearance & Structure:** The buds are typically dense and compact, with a classic indica structure. They exhibit deep forest green hues with occasional purple undertones, covered in a thick layer of frosty trichomes and vibrant orange pistils. **Effects & Medical Use:** Alien Kush delivers a profoundly relaxing and sedative effect that begins with a cerebral euphoria before melting into full-body relaxation. It's particularly valued for its ability to **relieve chronic pain, muscle tension, and insomnia**. Patients also report effectiveness against stress, anxiety, and appetite loss. **Cultivation Notes:** This strain prefers a stable environment and responds well to training techniques like **LST (Low Stress Training)** to maximize yield. While not the easiest strain for beginners, experienced growers appreciate its resilience and rewarding results.
Alien Tahoe
Alien Tahoe is a potent indica-dominant hybrid created by Cali Connection, resulting from a cross between the legendary **Tahoe OG** and the mysterious **Alien Kush**. This strain is renowned for its heavy, sedative effects that are ideal for evening use. The high THC content (typically 22-25%) delivers a powerful cerebral euphoria that quickly melts into full-body relaxation, often leading to couch-lock and sleep. **Key Characteristics:** - **Appearance:** Dense, resin-coated buds with dark green leaves and vibrant orange pistils. - **Effects:** Begins with a uplifting mental buzz that transitions into deep physical relaxation, making it excellent for pain relief and insomnia. - **Medical Use:** Highly effective for chronic pain, muscle spasms, anxiety, and sleep disorders. - **Growing:** Prefers a controlled environment; sensitive to humidity and requires good airflow to prevent mold.
Alien Technology
**Alien Technology** is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid from the esteemed breeder Bodhi Seeds. This strain is the result of crossing the mysterious **'Wookie'** male with the classic **'Snow Lotus'**, creating a truly otherworldly experience. It's renowned for its **potent cerebral effects** that launch users into a state of euphoric creativity and focused energy, making it ideal for daytime use and artistic endeavors. The plant exhibits a **stretchy, sativa structure** with long internodes and can reach impressive heights, especially outdoors. The buds are typically **dense and resinous**, coated in a thick layer of frosty trichomes that hint at its high THC content. The aroma is a complex blend of **sharp citrus (predominantly lemon) with underlying notes of pine, earth, and a distinct spicy-sweetness**. **Cultivation Notes:** While rewarding, Alien Technology presents a moderate challenge. It requires some experience with nutrient management and training techniques (like topping or SCROG) to control its height and maximize yield. It thrives in a stable environment and is relatively resistant to common molds and pests. The flowering period is on the longer side, but the wait is justified by the substantial, high-quality harvest.
Amnesia
**Amnesia** is a legendary sativa-dominant strain that has earned its place in cannabis history. Originally bred by Soma Seeds, it is believed to be a complex cross of landrace strains from Southeast Asia, Jamaica, and possibly a touch of Afghani genetics. True to its name, Amnesia delivers a powerful, long-lasting cerebral high that can be both uplifting and disorienting, sometimes making users forget what they were just doing. **Effects & Experience:** The high is characterized by an intense, rushing cerebral euphoria that sparks creativity, energy, and deep focus. It's a classic "daytime" strain, ideal for social situations, artistic pursuits, or tackling projects. However, its potency can lead to anxiety or paranoia in novice users or those sensitive to sativas. **Cultivation:** Amnesia is a vigorous grower that stretches significantly during the flowering phase, often requiring height management. It prefers a warm, Mediterranean-like climate and rewards growers with exceptionally high yields of dense, resin-coated buds after a relatively long flowering period of around 70 days. **The Legacy:** Multiple phenotype variations exist (e.g., Amnesia Haze, Core Cut), but the classic Amnesia remains a benchmark for potent, energetic sativa effects.
Amnesia Fast
**Amnesia Fast** is a stabilized, faster-flowering version of the legendary Amnesia Haze, developed by Seedsman. This predominantly sativa (80/20) strain retains the iconic cerebral and energetic effects of its predecessor while significantly reducing the flowering time from 11-12 weeks down to approximately 8 weeks. It's renowned for producing **massive yields** of resinous, citrus-coated buds. **Key Characteristics:** * **Genetics:** Amnesia Haze (Sativa-dominant) x Fast Version. * **High & Effects:** Delivers a powerful, **long-lasting cerebral rush** characterized by intense euphoria, mental clarity, and creative energy. It's an excellent daytime strain for combating fatigue, stress, and low mood, though novice users should be cautious of its potent THC levels (~21%). * **Flavor & Aroma:** A classic **citrus-forward profile** dominated by sharp lemon and sweet tropical fruit, underscored by earthy, spicy, and woody notes from its myrcene and caryophyllene content. * **Cultivation:** Very forgiving and suitable for growers of all levels. It exhibits vigorous growth and stretches significantly during the flowering stretch, making it ideal for SCROG or LST techniques. It performs excellently in both indoor and outdoor (warm, Mediterranean climates) setups.
Amnesia Haze
**Amnesia Haze** is a legendary sativa-dominant strain that has won multiple Cannabis Cup awards. It's renowned for its powerful, long-lasting cerebral effects that provide intense euphoria and mental stimulation. The high THC content (often exceeding 20%) delivers a clear-headed, energetic buzz that is perfect for daytime use, promoting creativity, focus, and social engagement. **Genetics:** A complex hybrid stemming from a cross of original Haze genetics with Southeast Asian and Jamaican landraces. **Growth Notes:** Plants tend to stretch significantly during flowering and require ample vertical space. They respond well to training techniques like SCROG (Screen of Green) to manage height and maximize yield. The long flowering time is rewarded with substantial harvests of resinous buds.
Animal Cookies
**Animal Cookies** is a potent hybrid strain that has cemented its place as a modern classic within the cannabis community. A direct cross between the legendary **Girl Scout Cookies (GSC)** and the powerful indica **Fire OG**, it inherits the best traits from both parents, resulting in a complex and heavy-hitting experience. **Genetics & Lineage:** GSC x Fire OG. This lineage provides a robust genetic foundation, combining GSC's euphoric and creative cerebral effects with Fire OG's deeply relaxing and sedating physical properties. **Appearance & Structure:** The buds are typically dense, chunky, and forest green, often heavily coated in a blanket of milky white trichomes. Vibrant orange pistils weave through the foliage, and the presence of dark purple hues is common, especially when exposed to cooler temperatures during cultivation. **Effects & Experience:** The high is characteristically potent and multifaceted. Users often report an initial wave of cerebral euphoria and happiness that gently melts into a profound, full-body relaxation. This makes it exceptionally effective for evening or nighttime use, as it frequently leads to couch-lock and sedation. It's renowned for its ability to induce a strong case of "the munchies." **Medical Applications:** Its high THC content and terpene profile make it a favorite for patients seeking relief from chronic pain, stress, anxiety, and insomnia. It is also notably effective for stimulating appetite. **Cultivation Notes:** Best suited for growers with some experience. It prefers a stable environment and can be sensitive to overfeeding. While it can be grown successfully indoors and outdoors, indoor cultivation allows for better control over its medium stature and an 8-week flowering cycle. The yield is respectable but not excessive, with the reward being in the exceptional quality of the resinous flowers.
Animal Mints
**Animal Mints** is a potent hybrid strain created by **Seed Junky Genetics** through crossing the infamous **Animal Cookies** with **SinMint Cookies**. This award-winning cultivar is celebrated for its exceptionally high THC content, often testing between 25-30%, and its complex, gassy aroma profile. The effects are characteristically **hybrid**, beginning with a cerebral, euphoric rush that sparks creativity and happiness before melting into a deeply relaxing, full-body stone. This makes it exceptionally effective for evening use, as it commonly leads to sedation and "couch-lock." Medically, it is sought after for its powerful analgesic and anxiolytic properties. **Cultivation Notes:** * **Flowering Time:** 8-9 weeks. * **Structure:** Plants develop a classic, bushy structure with dense, resin-coated nuggets that exhibit deep purple and green hues contrasted by vibrant orange pistils. * **Aroma:** The scent is a complex blend of sharp, chemical gas, sweet mint, and earthy spice, inherited from its Cookie lineage.
Animal Mintz
**Animal Mintz** is a potent hybrid strain created by the renowned **Seed Junky Genetics** through crossing the legendary **Animal Cookies** with the refreshing **Kush Mints**. This strain inherits the best traits from its parents, resulting in a complex profile that has made it a favorite among connoisseurs. **Genetics & Appearance:** As a 60% Indica / 40% Sativa hybrid, Animal Mintz produces dense, resin-coated buds that are a visual spectacle. The nugs are typically dark forest green with vibrant purple and blue hues, all generously dusted with a thick layer of crystalline trichomes and punctuated by fiery orange pistils. **Aroma & Flavor Profile:** True to its name, the aroma is a captivating blend of **pungent**, **woody** Kush notes with a distinct undertone of **sweet spice**, reminiscent of fresh mint and herbs. On the exhale, the flavor unfolds into a rich tapestry of **earthy** and **sweet** notes, followed by a sharp, **spicy** and **herbal** finish that lingers on the palate. **Effects & Medicinal Uses:** The high is powerful and well-balanced, initiating with a cerebral **euphoria** and sense of **happiness** that gently melts into a deep, full-body **relaxation**. This makes it exceptionally effective for alleviating **stress**, **anxiety**, and chronic **pain**. Its notable side effect of inducing **hunger** ("the munchies") makes it a valuable tool for patients suffering from **lack of appetite**. It is also commonly used to combat **insomnia** in the later stages of its effect. **Cultivation Notes:** With a flowering time of approximately **8 weeks**, Animal Mintz is considered a **moderate** challenge to grow, requiring some experience to manage its nutrient needs and environment. Plants tend to stay at an **average** height but can reward the cultivator with a **high** yield of top-shelf flowers when grown correctly.
Animal Runtz
**Animal Runtz** is a perfectly balanced hybrid (50% Indica/50% Sativa) created by crossing the legendary **Animal Cookies** with the equally famous **Runtz**. This strain inherits the best traits from both parents, delivering a powerful and complex experience that has made it a favorite among connoisseurs. **Appearance & Aroma:** The buds are dense and chunky, often displaying a vibrant palette of deep purple and forest green, generously coated in a thick layer of frosty white trichomes and fiery orange pistils. The aroma is a complex bouquet where the sweet, candy-like scent of Runtz meets the gassy, skunky funk of Animal Cookies, with strong notes of tropical fruit, berries, and a hint of earth. **Flavor Profile:** The smoke is smooth and flavorful, translating the aroma directly to the palate. Users can expect a sweet, candy-like inhale with distinct citrus and berry notes, followed by a creamy, earthy exhale with a subtle diesel aftertaste. **Effects & Medical Use:** The high is potent and well-rounded, typically beginning with a cerebral rush of euphoria, creativity, and mental uplift. This initial Sativa-leaning effect gradually melts into a deeply relaxing, full-body calm without heavy sedation, making it functional for daytime or evening use. Therapeutically, it is highly effective for managing **stress, anxiety, and depression** due to its mood-elevating properties, while its physical relaxation can help alleviate mild to moderate **pain** and inflammation. **Cultivation:** Animal Runtz is best suited for growers with some experience. It prefers a stable environment and can be grown indoors or outdoors in a warm, Mediterranean climate. Plants tend to stay of average height and respond well to training techniques like SCROG or topping to maximize yield. The flowering period is around 8 weeks, with growers being rewarded with resinous, aromatic buds of medium yield.