Strain | strān | Noun
The term used interchangeably with “cultivar,” “variety,” and “selection” within the cannabis industry. It has no official botanical meaning and has fallen out of favor in horticultural circles. In the world of cannabis, the term “strain” refers to the flower’s particular variety, be it
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What’s in a Strain Name?
Strain names frequently describe the lineage of a variety, a major aromatic component, or a possible effect. As a result, strains are often marketed based on the characteristics that their names advertise. Both Afghani and Kush are strain names that denote their origins (Afghanistan and the Hindu Kush mountain range, respectively), Tangie and GSC (more commonly known as Girl Scout Cookies) allude to their respective aromas, and Calm by Canndescent is meant to convey how the strain will make you feel.
Lifter- Sativa
Description- Lifter is a CBD hemp cultivar created by crossing Suver Haze and Early Resin Bud. Buds have a funky cheese aroma with a hint of fuel, making Lifter a welcomed newcomer in the hemp market.
Notes- Herbal | Peppery | Minty
Effects- Creativity, Energetic, Uplifting, Focus Driven
Common Usage- Focus, Mood, Anxious Feelings, Tiredness
Hawaiian Haze- Sativa
Description- Hawaiian Haze is a mostly sativa strain that produces some high-quality sativa effects. A mix of Hawaiian and Haze genetics, these light, airy buds will have your head in the clouds. Many users also report that it makes them sociable and talkative, so it may be a good daytime medication. Hawaiian Haze’s floral smell and taste of tropical fruit might just have you daydreaming about an island vacation. These plants grow tall and flower slowly, taking between 12 and 14 weeks, so they are probably better suited for a grower with some experience and patience.
Notes- Floral | Pineapple | Tropical Fruit
Effects- Calming, Energizing, Happy, Creative
Common Usage- Focus, Creativity, Long Stressful Days, Social Gatherings
Early Nueve- Hybrid
Description- This beast of a strain offers a hard hitting high that is a mix between a cerebral buzz and a body lock. The Effect creates a happy energy side by side with a more relaxed and chilled out sensation. This strain is well known for its potential medical properties which may offer assistance with stress and eye pressure. Early Nueve will not disappoint cannabis connoisseurs who look to identify all elements of a Hemp plant that make it worth their time.
Notes- Skunky | Flowery | Semi-Sweet Fruit
Effects- Happy, Cerebral, Relaxed, Energetic
Common Usage- Stress, Panicky and Anxious Feelings, and Social Gatherings
Blue Genius- Hybrid
Description- This strain is largely made up of dense small-to-medium-sized buds. The Flower has a unique color of its own. Each flower strikes a pleasing color balance of Violet and orangish-gold pistils; all of which is accentuated by a thick blanket of whitish trichomes. Notes of citrus, pine, pepper, basil and floral spice are all underpinned by an earthy dankness that complements the strain's odd arrangement of terpenes. Notes- Peppery | Earthy | Floral SpiceEffects- Happy, Cerebral, Relaxed, EnergeticCommon Usage- Stress, Panicky and Anxious Feelings, and Social Gatherings
KLR- Hybrid
Description- Meet KLR, the love-child of CBD power couple. The smooth, creamy smoke is accented by flavors of lemons and diesel while the long-lasting effects are great for pain relief, helping you to relax, and to combat elevated stress levels. Some report that the effects create a slight pressure around the crown of their head. The effects have been known to come on slow, so pace yourself with this potent hybrid.
Notes- Herbal | Citrus | Peppery
Effects- Euphoric, Relaxed, Happy
Common Usage- Pain, Nausea, Mood, Sleep
Sour Space candy- Hybrid
Description- Sour Space Candy is a CBD-dominant cultivar that crosses Sour Tsunami with Early Resin Berry. The CBD-heavy Sour Tsunami grows strong and has a flavor profile similar to GG4 and Sour Diesel, while the Early Resin Berry brings even more sour flavors to the mix. Dense buds are multicolored, showing purple, orange, and green hues. With Sour Space Candy’s enticing terpene profile, this might be your new favorite CBD strain.
Notes- Herbal | Fruity | Peppery
Effects- Stress Relieved, Happy, Uplifting, Relaxed
Common Usage- Stress, Anxious Feelings, Sleep
Stormy Daniels- Hybrid
Description- This indica-dominant hybrid is a cross between the Trump 1 (T1) hemp strain and Cherry Blossom, a hard-hitting 70/30 cannabis hybrid. With a broad terpene profile that gives deep diesel overtones and a flavor reminiscent of acai berries, this boutique flower is sure to catch the attention of the most seasoned smoker. This well manicured greenhouse strain has some super chunky buds and only the occasional seed. Stormy Daniels is typically used for full body relaxation and is a great hemp strain for winding down at night.
Notes- Acai Berries | Flowery | Herbal
Effects- Relaxed, Sedated, Sleepy
Common Usage- Stress & Anxious Feelings, Sleep
Midwest- Hybrid
Description- Midwest is a 60% sativa-dominant cross between Mexican and Afghani landraces. This strain provides strong cerebral effects that ease into a deep, full-body relaxation over time. A pungent lime and grapefruit aroma is the mark of a high quality batch. Midwest's happy, talkative qualities make this hybrid a good choice for social activities and many anxiety-prone consumers praise it for its paranoia-free effects.
Notes- Herbal | Citrus | Peppery
Effects- Happy, Uplifted, Energetic, Focused
Common Usage- Stressful Days, Body pain, Social Gatherings
Wu #5- Hybrid
Description- WU #5 is a CBD strain with versatility, great for day or evening use. With this flower patients may experience a smooth, clear-headed effect with anticonvulsant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Notes- Cherry | Spicy | Earthy
Effects- Relaxed, Happy, Uplifting
Common Usage- Pain, Anxious Feelings, Mood
T2- Hybrid
Description- T2 is an A grade potent sativa hybrid. Although the exact combination of strains that resulted in this is not known, it is speculated that this strain is the result of crossing OG Kush and Neville's Wreck. The sativa/indica ratio for this is near 80:20
Notes- Pine | Fruity | Sour
Effects- Uplifting, Happy, Focused
Common Usage- Mood, Focus, Anxious Feelings, Tiredness
