Strain Encyclopedia
Island Sweet Skunk
sativaIsland Sweet Skunk is a Sativa-dominant Hybrid, reportedly a crossing of a Grapefruit female and Northern Lights x Haze male originally cultivated by Breeder Steve, Canadian breeder and founder of Spice of Life seed bank. Island Sweet Skunk is a Sativa-dominant hybrid from Canada believed to have first been cultivated by Vancouver-based Federation Seeds. Online sources say it’s descendant of Skunk #1 that the seed bank crossed with an undisclosed Sativa strain.
Top Rated Effects
- Happy
- Creative
- Uplifted
Top Reported Flavors
- Skunk
- Diesel
- Tropical
Island Maui Haze
SativaIsland Maui Haze is a 75/25 sativa-dominant strain with effects that can creep up on you. These dense, forest green buds may not initially attract you based on its strong, ammonia smell; however, this crystal-covered strain is praised for its uplifting, energetic effects that can relieve pain and other symptoms without bringing you down into a lazy state.
Top Rated Effects
- tingly
- euphoric
- aroused
Island Haze
SativaIsland Haze is an uplifting sativa with euphoria and creativity on tap. This strain is a cross of Cannalope Haze and Blue Jam (Atomic Haze x Blueberry), giving this strain a double dose of fruity terpenes and Haze genetics. Known for its happy mental state and whimsical creativity, this strain’s effects can assist with depression and fatigue. The bright fruit-forward aroma also makes this strain a crowd pleaser and welcome addition to sunny days outdoors.
Top Rated Effects
- creative
- hungry
- uplifted
Island Poison
HybridComing from Washington’s Treehawk Farms, the sativa-dominant Island Poison was created by crossing Durban Poison, Trainwreck, and Afghan. This strain offers a sweet and tropical terpene profile with notes of pine. Island Poison may awaken your senses with a stimulating blast of euphoria that pairs nicely with a daytime activity like taking a bike ride on the beach.
Island Girl
SativaIsland Girl is a sativa marijuana strain. We’re still learning about the flavors and effects of Island Girl. If you’ve smoked this strain before, tell us about it by leaving a review.
Top Rated Effects
- talkative
- aroused
- relaxed
Island OG
HybridIsland OG is an indica-dominant hybrid marijuana strain made by crossing Legend OG with Orange Blossom Trail. This strain produces a psychedelic high that leaves consumers feeling energetic and productive. After continued use, Island OG gives way to a relaxing body buzz - an ideal choice for the end of a long day. This strain features a balanced citrus flavor profile with muted undertones of fuel and spice. Medical marijuana patients choose Island OG to help relieve symptoms associated with chronic fatigue and anxiety. According to growers, this strain flowers into chunky buds with bright green foliage and bright orange pistils encrusted with trichomes. If you've smoked, dabbed, or consumed Island OG before, tell us about your experience by leaving a strain review.
Top Rated Effects
- euphoric
- relaxed
- sleepy
Top Rated Effects
- relaxed
- uplifted
- aroused
Island Lime Haze
HybridIsland Lime Haze is a hybrid marijuana strain. We're still learning about the flavors and effects of Island Lime Haze - if you've smoked, dabbed, or consumed this strain before, tell us about it by leaving a review.
Island Honey
SativaIsland Punch
HybridTreasure Island
hybridTreasure Island is a tropical strain created by Sin City Seeds, which combined Swiss Gold and a high-CBD cut of Cannatonic. As a high-CBD strain, Treasure Island is considered to be an ideal candidate for a variety of medicinal applications. Packed with a 4:1 CBD-to-THC ratio, this strain contains an average of 8% to 16% CBD and 2% to 4% THC, making it capable of delivering therapeutic relief without causing much of an intoxicating effect.
Top Rated Effects
- Creative
- Euphoric
- Relaxed
Top Reported Flavors
- Flowery
Pink Island
HybridFucking Incredible
indicaFucking Incredible is a full indica strain known for its pungent, skunky aroma. The Fucking Incredible story dates back to the ’90s when Vancouver Island Seed Co. (VISC) mixed two unnamed indicas to create a strain that’s still a VISC leader. True to its name, this strain is known for its pleasant body high, helping consumers to relax and fall asleep. It's also known to cause the munchies, so be sure to have snacks on hand. The strain was one of High Times’ Top 10 Weeds of 2008.
Top Rated Effects
- Aroused
- Tingly
- Giggly
Top Reported Flavors
- Flowery
- Spicy/Herbal
- Woody
WMD
IndicaWMD by Vancouver Island Seed Company is a high-yielding indica with potent Canadian roots. It exhibits a unique aroma of sweet berry, musk, and hashy spice that remains earthy on the palate after exhaling. The effects are initially cerebral, but they later settle down into the body to relax and soothe limbs. This cross of Big Bud and Fucking Incredible may offer relief from depression, minor physical pain, and migraines
Top Rated Effects
- tingly
- sleepy
- relaxed
Maui Haze
hybridMaui Haze -- also known as Island Maui Haze -- is a strain with mysterious origins and unknown lineage. According to online sources, the strain is easy to grow and produces moderate yields of medium-to-large, dense, forest-green buds in a 56-63 day flowering period.
Top Rated Effects
- Energetic
- Happy
- Relaxed
Top Reported Flavors
- Blueberry
- Lemon
- Strawberry
Cactus
hybridCactus was created by Jordan of the Island, based in British Columbia. The strain is a combination of Afghani and Northern Lights #5 and named for its buds' bristling appearance. The top reported aromas of Cactus are spice, lemon, and chemicals. Its flavors are said to be pine, citrus, and lemon. Cactus is the winner of the following awards: First Place in the 2012 High Times Cannabis Cup
Top Rated Effects
- Relaxed
Top Reported Flavors
- Chemical
- Citrus
- Earthy
Sunburn
hybridSunburn has skunky Kush genetics. It’s a cross of Island Sweet Skunk and Rug Burn OG from an unknown breeder. Colorado Seed has a strain they call Sunburn but it’s a cross of this strain and their Gupta Kush for stabilization. The top reported aromas of Sunburn are earth, flowers, and tropical citrus. And it is said to taste similar, though sweeter and with less earthiness.
Top Rated Effects
- Focused
- Relaxed
- Tingly
Top Reported Flavors
- Earthy
- Grape
- Pine
GDP Electric
HybridDeveloped by Pua Mana 1st Hawaiian Pakalolo Seed Bank on the island of Kaua’i, GDP Electric is a cross between famed indica Granddaddy Purple and the legendary Hawaiian landrace Kaua’i Electric. It produces large frosty purple buds, a tropical grape flavor, and a motivating full-body high with a memorable feeling of euphoria.
Top Rated Effects
- aroused
- tingly
- sleepy
Outer Space
hybridOuter Space is thought to be a cross between Island Sweet Skunk and Trinity, created by the breeders at Cresco. The breeders claim Outer Space is an energizing Sativa-dominant hybrid perfect for daytime use, especially if users plan to engage in creative or outdoor activities. Online sources report that the strain averages a THC content of 22% and features floral, berry, and citrus flavors.
Top Rated Effects
- Energetic
- Happy
- Focused
Thelonious Skunk
hybridColorado Seed Inc created the Thelonious Skunk strain as a combination of Island Sweet Skunk and Nina Limone. It’s named for famed jazz musician Thelonious Monk. The top reported aromas of the Thelonious Skunk strain are skunk, citrus, and lemon. It is said to taste of tropical fruit, musk, and lemons.
Top Rated Effects
- Focused
Top Reported Flavors
- Citrus
Zamaldelica
SativaZamaldelica by Ace Seeds is a potent sativa-dominant strain from La Reunion Island near Madagascar. It is a cross of Zamal and Golden Tiger, and is famous for its heady, psychedelic effects and powerful physical vigor. The bright, spear-like colas are wrapped in red hairs and express a unique aroma of sweet carrot, mango, and citrus. This strain’s powerful mental effects leave the mind soaring and could overwhelm the uninitiated sativa consumer. Zamaldelica has an extended flowering period of approximately 11 to 14 weeks.
Top Rated Effects
- energetic
- uplifted
- creative
Golden Goat
hybridGolden Goat is a Sativa-dominant cross between a male Hawaiian-Romulan and a female Island Sweet Skunk. This strain is reported to have been created in Kansas as a result of an unplanned pollination event between the Hawaiian father and Sweet Skunk mother, and first made available in Colorado in 2009.
Top Rated Effects
- Happy
- Euphoric
- Creative
Top Reported Flavors
- Earthy
- Lemon
- Honey
Sweet Baby Jane
hybridSweet Baby Jane by Cresco Labs is a specially bred phenotype of Sweet Island Skunk. The top reported aromas of the Sweet Baby Jane strain are mangos, skunk, and lemons. It is said to taste of tropical fruit and earth.
Maui Wowie
hybridMaui Wowie is a Sativa-dominant landrace strain that originated in the 1970s on the Hawaiian island for which it’s named. The strain has been cultivated for more than four decades. Although it carries some Indica genetics, the growth pattern of this Sativa-dominant strain produces tall, lanky plants that provide a pine-infused flavor and inspiring effects. While the strain’s exact genetics are unknown, Maui Wowie plants can grow over 10 feet high outdoors.
Top Rated Effects
- Happy
- Uplifted
- Relaxed
Top Reported Flavors
- Pineapple
- Sweet
- Tropical
Kalalau Kush
HybridKalalau Kush is a stimulating sativa-dominant hybrid named for the beautiful Kalalau Valley on the garden island of Kaua’i. This flower smells of guava with herbaceous undertones. The flavor is tropical, exhibiting hints of mango and musky spice. Kalalau Kush offers consumers potent cerebral energy and vigorous physical stimulation. It is ideal for outdoor activity and for patients combating depression and lethargy. This strain is produced by Pua Mana 1st Hawaiian Pakalōlō Seed Bank.
Top Rated Effects
- aroused
- uplifted
- tingly
Moloka’i Purpz
IndicaMoloka’i Purpz is a luscious Hawaiian landrace strain from the island of Moloka’i. With deep purple hues and an aroma so rich with grape and berry that some might say it even “smells purple,” Moloka’i Purpz delivers sedating effects ideal for those suffering from insomnia and stress. Anticipate a flavor as rich as the smell, with notes of exotic berry and grape intermixed with a sweet skunkiness. This indica-dominant strain is extremely relaxing, lulling the body and mind into a state of weighted tranquility.
Top Rated Effects
- aroused
- creative
- tingly
Shiatsu Kush
hybridAccording to breeder BC Bud Depot, Shiatsu Kush was created by Japanese breeders “on the island of Amami Ōshima bred specifically to target the shiatsu regions of the body.” Its exact genetics are unknown. The top reported aromas of the Shiatsu Kush strain are vanilla, earth, and cedar. It is said to taste of tropical fruit, honey, and berries. Shiatsu Kush is the winner of the following awards: Gold at the JCA Awards in Japan 2012 Top 10 Strain
Kona Gold
hybridKona Gold is a landrace Hawaiian sativa strain first discovered on the Kailua-Kona side of Hawaii's Big Island. The top reported aromas of the Kona Gold strain are tropical fruits, citrus, and oranges. It is said to taste like sweet citrus, mango, and other tropical fruit.
Top Rated Effects
- Happy
- Euphoric
- Energetic
Top Reported Flavors
- Strawberry
- Berry
- Pungent
Jamaican Landrace
sativaJamaican, also referred to as Jamaican weed, Jamaican strain, or simply Jamaica, refers to a variety of sativa landrace strains that are indigenous to the island of Jamaica. The top reported aromas are a pungent, skunky-sweet musky odor. The High Times Cannabis Cup in 2015 was held in Negril, Jamaica, to encourage the cultivation and preservation of native Jamaican strains.
Top Rated Effects
- Energetic
- Uplifted
Top Reported Flavors
- Chemical
- Diesel
- Skunk
Hawaiian
sativaA wide variety of Hawaiian landrace strains existed on the market, with different strains originating on the various islands. Famous Hawaiian landrace cultivars include Maui Wowie, Kona Gold (from the Big Island), and Kauai Electric (from Kauai). Consumers report tropically sweet flavors and a peppered citrus aroma in many Hawaiian landraces. Many Hawaiian landrace strains feature light green leaves with an abundance of orange tendrils.
Top Rated Effects
- Happy
- Giggly
- Creative
Top Reported Flavors
- Pepper
- Tropical
- Honey
Frankenberry
hybridLittle is known about the genetic origin of Frankenberry. While many online sources speculate, the most common guesses are that it contains Purple Urkle, Big Bud, Blueberry, or Blue Island Skunk. This mystery cultivar features subtle purple hues and a sugary-sweet flavor that delights those who prefer candy strains. Frankenberry leans towards the sativa side with more mental effects, though some consumers report experiencing physical relaxation.
Full Moon
sativaFull Moon is a Thai landrace strain, discovered by the team at Nirvana Seeds and named after the Full Moon Party held each month on the Thailand island of Koh Phangan. Per consumers, Full Moon features an earthy aroma that expands into more tropical, citrus notes. Its smoke delights the taste buds with a pineapple sweetness tinged with tangy sour and a savory layer of wet earth.
Top Rated Effects
- Creative
- Energetic
- Aroused
Afgoo
IndicaAfgoo, also known as "Afgooey" and "Afghan Goo," is a potent indica-dominant marijuana strain that is believed to descend from Afghani and Maui Haze. This strain may provide some uplifting creativity in smaller doses, but is generally reported to be relaxing and sleepy. Growers hoping to cultivate Afgoo may have a better chance of success indoors, but this indica can also thrive in Mediterranean climates outdoors.
Top Rated Effects
- sleepy
- hungry
- tingly
Sweet Jane
SativaSweet Jane is a sweet-flavored sativa strain that provides an uplifting burst of cerebral energy ideal for daytime use. A selected cut of the famous Island Sweet Skunk, Sweet Jane carries an intense fruity aroma with notes of grapefruit, lemon, and mangos. Colorful calyxes spiral from the buds, woven in fiery hairs and powdered in a sugary coat of crystal resin. With an average THC content of 20% and a subtle CBD profile, Sweet Jane delivers nuanced effects perfect for both relaxing and getting things done.
Top Rated Effects
- hungry
- sleepy
- aroused
Goji Diesel
HybridGoji Diesel is an uplifting strain brought to us by The Blowing Tree out of Providence, Rhode Island. This particular Diesel is a cross of Goji OG by Bodhi Seeds and CBDiesel by MTG Seeds. This hybrid has over 100 phenotypes in the wild and has been known to yield over a pound and half per plant with a relative THC content of 24%. With notes of diesel and a rich earthy undertone, this strain is energizing and cerebral, making it an excellent option for creatives seeking a change in mood.
Top Rated Effects
- uplifted
- focused
- creative
Puna Buddaz
IndicaPuna Buddaz is a legendary Hawaiian landrace indica that first gained popularity in the 60’s and 70’s. This powerful psychedelic strain originated in the Puna District of The Big Island and has been cultivated on the “Red Road” in Puna for generations. Known for its off-the-charts potency and stout mold resistance, Puna Buddaz is a short plant that produces shimmering clusters of beautiful Hawaiian flowers that offer strong mental and physical effects that are not for the faint of heart.
Top Rated Effects
- giggly
- creative
- uplifted
ʻAlenuihāhā
HybridʻAlenuihāhā is a sativa-dominant hybrid by Pua Mana 1st Hawaiian Pakalōlō Seed Bank named after the sea channel that separates the Kona side of the Big Island and the island of Maui. By blending Kona Gold and Maui Wowie, ʻAlenuihāhā achieves an uplifted and happy stimulation that doesn’t overclock the consumer’s heart or mind. This strain’s healthy yield and consistently positive effects make it a delightful and inspiring choice for consumers seeking relief from depression and fatigue.
Top Rated Effects
- energetic
- creative
- aroused