Sativa
87 strain(s) foundJilly Bean
**Jilly Bean** is a renowned sativa-dominant hybrid created by the legendary breeder TGA Subcool Seeds. It is a cross between the flavorful **Space Queen** and the citrus-forward **Orange Velvet**. This strain is celebrated for its exceptionally bright and uplifting effects, making it a favorite among those seeking daytime relief and creative inspiration. The high is characterized by an immediate cerebral rush of euphoria and happiness that clears mental fog and boosts energy levels. This is followed by a gentle, relaxing body sensation that doesn't lead to sedation, allowing users to remain functional and social. Its terpene profile, dominated by **limonene**, delivers a powerful burst of sweet, tangy citrus flavors reminiscent of tangerines, mango, and tropical fruit, with subtle earthy undertones. Cultivation-wise, Jilly Bean plants exhibit a classic sativa structure with good lateral branching. They respond well to training techniques like topping and LST (Low-Stress Training) to maximize yield. Growers can expect resinous, brightly colored buds with vibrant orange pistils. While not the most challenging strain to grow, it requires attention to nutrient levels and environmental control to reach its full aromatic potential.
Kali Mist
**Kali Mist** is a legendary pure sativa strain originally bred by Serious Seeds in the Netherlands. Renowned for its soaring cerebral effects and complex flavor profile, it has won numerous Cannabis Cup awards. The high is characterized by an intense, clear-headed euphoria that promotes creativity, focus, and social engagement without sedation. Its effects make it a favorite for daytime use among artists, professionals, and those seeking relief from mood disorders. **Cultivation Notes:** This strain is known for its tall, stretchy growth during flowering, often requiring height management techniques. It thrives in warm, dry climates and prefers soil with good drainage. The extended flowering time (11-14 weeks) rewards patient growers with exceptionally high yields of long, spear-shaped colas coated in resinous trichomes.
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.
Kilimanjaro
**Kilimanjaro** is a legendary pure sativa strain that has earned its place among cannabis connoisseurs. Bred by Dutch Passion from original African landrace genetics, it is named after the famous mountain and delivers an experience that is truly uplifting and expansive. **The High & Effects:** This is a quintessential cerebral sativa. The high is characterized by a powerful, clear-headed euphoria that sparks creativity, focus, and a surge of positive energy. It's an excellent choice for daytime use, promoting social engagement, artistic pursuits, and combating fatigue or low mood. Due to its potency, novice users should approach with caution. **Flavor & Aroma Profile:** True to its lineage, Kilimanjaro offers a bright, sharp citrus profile dominated by lemon and sweet tropical notes, backed by a classic earthy, woody undertone. The aroma is pungently fruity and invigorating. **Cultivation Notes:** A tall and lanky plant that thrives in warm, sunny climates reminiscent of its origins. It requires some space to stretch and benefits from training techniques like topping or SCROG to manage height and maximize yield. It produces large, resinous colas with a flowering time of around 9 weeks.
Lamb’s Bread
**Lamb's Bread** (also known as Lamb's Breath) is a legendary pure sativa landrace strain originating from Jamaica. It gained international fame through its association with reggae icon Bob Marley, who reportedly favored this strain for its spiritual and creative properties. This strain is characterized by its **bright green, elongated buds** with vibrant orange pistils and a moderate coating of trichomes. The high is **cerebral, uplifting, and energizing**, making it an excellent daytime strain. Users report a clear-headed euphoria that enhances creativity, focus, and social interaction without heavy sedation. **Growing Notes:** As a tropical sativa, Lamb's Bread thrives in warm, humid climates and can grow very tall outdoors. It requires patience during its longer flowering period but rewards growers with a classic, aromatic harvest.
Lemon Haze
**Lemon Haze** is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid that has won multiple Cannabis Cup awards. Created by crossing **Lemon Skunk** with **Silver Haze**, this strain delivers a powerful cerebral high characterized by intense euphoria and mental clarity. The effects are uplifting and energizing, making it an excellent choice for daytime use when focus and creativity are needed. **Key Characteristics:** - **Aroma/Flavor:** Dominant lemon and citrus notes with undertones of sweet earthiness - **Effects:** Fast-acting cerebral stimulation followed by sustained energy - **Medical Use:** Popular for treating mood disorders, fatigue, and stress - **Growing:** Requires some experience due to its height and nutrient sensitivity **Warning:** High THC content may cause anxiety in sensitive users. Start with low doses.
Lemon Skunk
**Lemon Skunk** is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid that has earned its place in cannabis history through its **potent cerebral effects** and **unmistakable citrus profile**. Bred by DNA Genetics, this strain is a stabilized cross of two distinct Skunk phenotypes, both selected for their exceptional lemon terpene expression. **Effects & Experience:** The high begins with an immediate **cerebral rush** characterized by intense euphoria and mental clarity. Users report enhanced creativity, focus, and a strong sense of well-being, making it excellent for daytime use. The energetic lift is often followed by a gentle, relaxing body sensation that doesn't lead to sedation. **Medical Applications:** Valued by medical patients for its ability to combat **stress, depression, and fatigue** without heavy sedation. Its mood-elevating properties can provide relief from mild to moderate symptoms. The strain's reported appetite-stimulating effects ("the munchies") can be beneficial for those suffering from lack of appetite. **Cultivation Notes:** Lemon Skunk plants tend to stretch significantly during the flowering phase, requiring some height management indoors. They produce dense, resin-coated buds that emit a powerful aroma, necessitating good carbon filtration. The flowering time of approximately 9 weeks rewards growers with **high yields** of top-quality flowers.
Lemon Thai
**Lemon Thai** is a legendary sativa-dominant strain that has earned its place in cannabis history. A cross between two classic landrace sativas—a potent Thai strain and a sharp, citrusy Hawaiian—this variety delivers a powerful, clear-headed, and energizing experience that's perfect for daytime use. **Effects & Experience:** The high is characterized by an immediate cerebral rush that promotes intense focus, creativity, and a euphoric, uplifting mood. It's renowned for providing a 'clean' energy boost without the jitteriness associated with some sativas, making it a favorite among artists, professionals, and those seeking motivation. **Cultivation Notes:** Lemon Thai exhibits classic sativa growth patterns: tall, lanky plants with long internodes and narrow, light green leaves. It requires some experience to manage its height and longer flowering time. Growers are rewarded with resinous buds that emit a powerful, sharp lemon-citrus aroma with earthy undertones. **Medical Applications:** Primarily used to combat fatigue, stress, and depressive moods. Its uplifting effects can help with lack of appetite, and some users find it beneficial for mild pain relief, though it is not primarily a heavy analgesic strain.
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.
Mango Haze
**Mango Haze** is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid developed by Mr. Nice Seeds, renowned for its clear-headed, uplifting effects and exceptional flavor profile. A cross of Northern Lights #5, Skunk #1, and Haze, this strain is celebrated for its balanced cannabinoid ratio, typically featuring moderate THC levels alongside significant CBD content, making it a favorite among medical and recreational users seeking functionality without intense intoxication. **Key Characteristics:** * **Effects:** Provides a smooth, cerebral euphoria that enhances focus, creativity, and sociability. The high is notably clear and energetic, often described as "motivating" rather than sedating. * **Medical Use:** Highly valued for its therapeutic potential in managing mood disorders, chronic stress, and fatigue. Its CBD content contributes to anti-anxiety and anti-inflammatory properties. * **Cultivation:** Plants tend to stretch significantly during flowering, requiring some height management. They produce dense, resinous buds with a flowering time of approximately 9 weeks. The yield is typically high for a sativa-leaning strain. * **Flavor/Aroma:** True to its name, it delivers a pronounced sweet and tropical mango flavor, complemented by notes of citrus and earth on the exhale. The aroma is intensely fruity and sweet.
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.
Mexico Sativa Landraces
**Mexico Sativa Landraces** represent some of the most genetically pure and historically significant cannabis cultivars in the world. These are not a single strain but a collection of indigenous, open-pollinated populations that have adapted over centuries to the diverse Mexican climate, from the high-altitude Sierra Madre mountains to the tropical coastal regions. **Key Characteristics:** * **Pure Sativa Genetics:** As a 100% landrace sativa, it offers a classic, soaring cerebral high characterized by clear-headed energy, creativity, and euphoria. The effects are notably uplifting and stimulating, making it a favorite for daytime use. * **Distinctive Terpene Profile:** Dominated by **terpinolene**, these landraces emit a complex aroma that is woody, spicy, and earthy with sharp herbal and pine undertones. This profile is a hallmark of many classic sativas. * **Growth Pattern:** Plants are typically tall, lanky, and stretch significantly during flowering. They have long, airy buds with thin, wispy leaves. Their long flowering time (often 12+ weeks) is a testament to their pure sativa heritage. * **Historical Significance:** Mexican landraces were foundational genetics for the famous 'Acapulco Gold' and 'Oaxacan' strains of the 1960s and 70s, and have been used extensively in breeding programs worldwide to impart sativa vigor, structure, and effect. **Note:** True landrace seeds are rare and represent a specific, localized gene pool. They are prized by preservationists and breeders for their genetic purity and historical value.
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.
Nevil's Haze
**Nevil's Haze** is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid (80% sativa/20% indica) created by the renowned breeder Nevil Schoenmakers and preserved by Mr. Nice Seedbank. It is a complex cross of (Haze x Haze) x (NL5 x Haze), representing one of the purest and most potent expressions of the original Haze genetics. This strain is famous for its extremely long flowering time (14+ weeks) and tall, lanky sativa structure, making it a challenge for all but the most experienced growers. The reward, however, is a truly cerebral and soaring high characterized by intense euphoria, mental clarity, and creative energy. The effects are long-lasting and psychedelic-leaning, making it a favorite among connoisseurs and medical users seeking relief from fatigue, depression, and stress. The flavor and aroma profile is classic Haze: a complex bouquet of spicy, woody, and earthy notes with sharp citrus undertones and a pungent, incense-like quality. The dominant terpene is typically terpinolene, supported by myrcene and pinene, contributing to its unique sensory experience.
Nevil's Wreck
**Nevil's Wreck** is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid that pays homage to cannabis breeding pioneer Nevil Schoenmakers. Created by Mr. Nice Seedbank, this strain is a cross between the iconic **Neville's Haze** and the potent **Trainwreck**. The result is a cerebral powerhouse that combines the soaring, clear-headed effects of a classic Haze with the intense, fast-acting potency of Trainwreck. **Effects & Medical Use:** The high is characterized by an immediate, **rush of euphoria and mental energy** that sharpens focus and sparks creativity. It's an excellent daytime strain for combating fatigue, depression, and stress, often providing a motivational lift. However, its high THC content (averaging 22%) can induce anxiety or paranoia in novice users or those sensitive to sativas. **Cultivation Notes:** A true sativa in structure, Nevil's Wreck plants grow **tall and lanky** with long internodes, requiring some height management indoors. They have a 9-week flowering time and reward experienced growers with **high yields** of resinous, lemon-colored buds. The grow is considered **moderate** in difficulty due to its sativa growth patterns and nutrient sensitivity. **Flavor & Aroma Profile:** The dominant **limonene** terpene delivers a sharp, **citrus and lemon** flavor on the inhale, complemented by sweet and piney undertones from myrcene and caryophyllene. The aroma is intensely **fruity and pungent** with a classic Haze woodiness.
North African Sativa Landraces
**North African Sativa Landraces** represent a group of ancient, pure, and regionally adapted cannabis strains originating from the Maghreb region of North Africa, including Morocco, Algeria, and Tunisia. These are not a single, uniform strain but a collection of genetically diverse populations that have evolved over centuries in harsh, arid climates. **Key Characteristics:** * **Genetics:** 100% pure Sativa landrace, characterized by extreme genetic stability and resilience. * **Plant Structure:** Tall, lanky plants with long internodes, narrow leaflets, and airy, spear-shaped buds. They are built for heat and drought resistance. * **Effects:** The hallmark is a clear-headed, cerebral, and stimulating high. It is notably less psychoactively intense than modern hybrids, offering a functional and uplifting experience that promotes creativity and focus without heavy sedation or intense euphoria. The moderate THC and notable CBD content contribute to a balanced, less anxiety-prone effect profile. * **Cultivation:** A challenge for indoor growers due to immense height (often over 3 meters outdoors), very long flowering times, and low yield per plant. They thrive in hot, dry, and sunny environments and are highly resistant to pests and mold. Primarily valued by breeders for introducing pure sativa structure, unique terpene profiles, and specific adaptive traits into modern hybrids. * **Historical Significance:** These landraces are the genetic foundation for famous hashish-producing strains like Moroccan Beldia and are crucial for preserving cannabis biodiversity. They are living history and a vital resource for the future of cannabis breeding.
NYC Diesel
NYC Diesel, often stylized as **NYC Diesel** or **New York City Diesel**, is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid that emerged from the underground cannabis scene of New York City in the 1990s. Bred by the renowned Soma Seeds, it is widely believed to be a cross between a Mexican Sativa and an Afghani landrace, with strong genetic ties to the original Sour Diesel lineage. This strain is celebrated for its **potent cerebral effects** that come on quickly with a sharp, uplifting rush. Users typically experience a surge of euphoria and mental energy, making it an excellent choice for daytime use when creativity, focus, and social engagement are desired. The high is long-lasting and stimulating, though it can induce anxiety or paranoia in sensitive individuals or at high doses. The profile is unmistakably **fuel-forward**. The dominant terpene, limonene, provides a sharp, tangy citrus overlay—reminiscent of lemon peel—that complements the deep, gassy diesel and spicy, earthy undertones contributed by myrcene and caryophyllene. The aroma is pungent and skunky, with a sour, chemical-like fuel scent that can be quite penetrating, making discretion a challenge. **Cultivation** notes: NYC Diesel plants tend to stretch significantly during the flowering phase, often reaching tall heights, making them better suited for experienced growers with ample vertical space. They prefer a warm, Mediterranean-like climate and have a moderate resistance to common molds and pests. When grown optimally, they reward the cultivator with high yields of dense, resin-coated buds after a flowering period of approximately 70 days (10 weeks).
Original Bay of Bengal Sativa
**Original Bay of Bengal Sativa** is a pure, landrace sativa strain originating from the Bay of Bengal region in South Asia. Bred by Sagarmatha Seeds, this heirloom variety is prized for its authentic genetics and classic sativa effects. It produces tall, lanky plants with long, slender buds that are covered in a generous layer of trichomes. The high is characterized by a **clear-headed, cerebral, and uplifting experience** that promotes creativity, focus, and social engagement. It's an excellent daytime strain for combating fatigue, low mood, and stress without heavy sedation. The flavor profile is a complex blend of sharp citrus (predominantly lemon), fresh pine, and underlying spicy, earthy notes, driven by its dominant limonene terpene profile. **Growing Notes:** As a pure sativa, it requires more patience and space than hybrids. It stretches significantly during the flowering phase and thrives in warm, humid climates similar to its native habitat. Best suited for experienced growers who can manage its height and longer flowering cycle.
Original Central Asia Ruderalis
**Original Central Asia Ruderalis** is a foundational, autoflowering landrace strain originating from the harsh climates of Central Asia, including regions of Russia, Kazakhstan, and Mongolia. It is one of the three primary cannabis subspecies (*Cannabis ruderalis*) and is genetically distinct for its **autoflowering trait**, which is triggered by plant maturity rather than light cycles. This makes it incredibly resilient and fast-growing, capable of completing its life cycle in as little as 10-12 weeks from seed. Botanically, it is characterized by its **short, stocky stature** (rarely exceeding 60cm), sparse branching, and small, airy buds with a high leaf-to-calyx ratio. The cannabinoid profile is notably **high in CBD and low in THC**, making its effects subtle, functional, and non-intoxicating. The experience is primarily a mild, clear-headed focus and physical lightness, without the pronounced psychoactivity of modern hybrids. Its primary historical and modern value lies in its **genetics**. Breeders have extensively used Ruderalis to introduce the autoflowering trait into popular *sativa* and *indica* varieties, creating the entire category of 'autoflower' seeds that revolutionized outdoor and stealth cultivation. It is a living piece of cannabis evolution, adapted for survival with minimal human intervention.
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.