Strain Database

marijuana Strain Information Portal

Explore strain profiles with information on effects, terpenes, genetics, and commonly reported uses. All medical use associations are user-reported — not clinically validated.

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Terpenes Profiled
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Understanding Strain Types

Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid are traditional horticultural classifications. Modern research shows these labels are an oversimplification — effects depend more on a strain's specific cannabinoid and terpene profile than its botanical category. Use these as a general starting point, not a reliable predictor of effects.

Indica
Relaxing, sedating effects
Sativa
Energizing, uplifting effects
Hybrid
Balanced combination
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Popular Strains

hybrid
Blue Dream
Blueberry × Haze

A sativa-dominant hybrid originating in California, Blue Dream delivers swift symptom relief without heavy sedative effects.

THC18%
CBD2%
Effects
relaxed
happy
creative
uplifted
Flavors
Berry
Sweet
Herbal
Dominant Terpenes
Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene
Commonly Reported Uses
User-reported

Not clinically validated. Based on user surveys, not clinical trials.

Pain
Depression
Nausea
Difficulty
Easy
Flower Time
9-10 weeks
hybrid
OG Kush
Chemdawg × Hindu Kush

A legendary strain with a complex terpene profile that boasts a unique fuel-like aroma with notes of spice, skunk, and earth.

THC20%
CBD0.3%
Effects
relaxed
happy
euphoric
uplifted
Flavors
Earthy
Pine
Woody
Dominant Terpenes
Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene
Commonly Reported Uses
User-reported

Not clinically validated. Based on user surveys, not clinical trials.

Stress
Pain
Insomnia
Difficulty
Moderate
Flower Time
8-9 weeks
indica
Granddaddy Purple
Purple Urkle × Big Bud

Introduced in 2003, this famous indica cross delivers cerebral euphoria and physical relaxation.

THC17%
CBD0.1%
Effects
relaxed
sleepy
happy
euphoric
Flavors
Grape
Berry
Sweet
Dominant Terpenes
Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene
Commonly Reported Uses
User-reported

Not clinically validated. Based on user surveys, not clinical trials.

Pain
Stress
Insomnia
Appetite Loss
Difficulty
Easy
Flower Time
8-9 weeks
sativa
Sour Diesel
Chemdawg 91 × Super Skunk

A fast-acting strain that delivers energizing, dreamy cerebral effects. Medical patients choose Sour Diesel for relief.

THC22%
CBD0.2%
Effects
energetic
uplifted
creative
focused
Flavors
Diesel
Pungent
Citrus
Dominant Terpenes
Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene
Commonly Reported Uses
User-reported

Not clinically validated. Based on user surveys, not clinical trials.

Depression
Pain
Stress
Difficulty
Moderate
Flower Time
10-11 weeks
hybrid
Girl Scout Cookies
Durban Poison × OG Kush

GSC is a potent hybrid strain known for producing euphoric effects followed by waves of full-body relaxation.

THC19%
CBD0.2%
Effects
happy
relaxed
euphoric
creative
Flavors
Sweet
Earthy
Pungent
Dominant Terpenes
Caryophyllene, Limonene, Humulene
Commonly Reported Uses
User-reported

Not clinically validated. Based on user surveys, not clinical trials.

Pain
Nausea
Appetite Loss
Difficulty
Difficult
Flower Time
9-10 weeks

All Strains

indica
Northern Lights
Afghani × Thai

One of the most famous indica strains, Northern Lights stands among the most popular of all time.

THC16%
CBD0.1%
Effects
relaxed
sleepy
happy
euphoric
Flavors
Sweet
Spicy
Earthy
Dominant Terpenes
Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene
Commonly Reported Uses
User-reported

Not clinically validated. Based on user surveys, not clinical trials.

Insomnia
Pain
Stress
Depression
Difficulty
Easy
Flower Time
7-8 weeks
sativa
Jack Herer
Haze × Northern Lights #5 × Shiva Skunk

Named after the marijuana activist and author, this sativa-dominant strain combines a Haze hybrid with Northern Lights.

THC18%
CBD0.1%
Effects
happy
uplifted
creative
energetic
Flavors
Pine
Spicy
Woody
Dominant Terpenes
Terpinolene, Caryophyllene, Pinene
Commonly Reported Uses
User-reported

Not clinically validated. Based on user surveys, not clinical trials.

Stress
Depression
Pain
Fatigue
Difficulty
Moderate
Flower Time
8-10 weeks
hybrid
White Widow
Brazilian × South Indian

A balanced hybrid that has given rise to many other famous strains. White Widow provides a powerful burst of euphoria.

THC19%
CBD0.2%
Effects
euphoric
energetic
creative
happy
Flavors
Woody
Spicy
Earthy
Dominant Terpenes
Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene
Commonly Reported Uses
User-reported

Not clinically validated. Based on user surveys, not clinical trials.

Stress
Pain
Depression
Difficulty
Easy
Flower Time
8-9 weeks

Terpene Guide

Aromatic compounds that contribute to each strain's scent, flavor, and potentially its effects.

Note: Terpene effects listed below are based on preclinical (animal/in vitro) research. Human clinical evidence for isolated terpene effects is limited. See our Terpenes page for full evidence details.

Myrcene
Effect
Sedating, relaxing
Aroma
Earthy, musky
Limonene
Effect
Mood elevation
Aroma
Citrus, lemon
Pinene
Effect
Focus, alertness
Aroma
Pine, fresh
Linalool
Effect
Calming, anti-anxiety
Aroma
Floral, lavender
Caryophyllene
Effect
Pain relief
Aroma
Spicy, peppery
Humulene
Effect
Appetite suppressant
Aroma
Woody, earthy

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