Explore our comprehensive guide to cannabis strains, organized by type and including THC content ranges. Understanding these different types and their terpene profiles can help you choose the right strain for your specific needs.
Sativa Strains
Sativa strains are known for their energizing and uplifting effects. These strains typically provide a cerebral experience that can enhance creativity, focus, and productivity. Sativas are often preferred for daytime use due to their energizing properties.
Sativa strains commonly feature terpenes like Limonene (providing citrusy, energizing effects), Pinene (offering alertness and focus), and Terpinolene (contributing to their uplifting nature). These terpenes work together with cannabinoids to create the characteristic energetic and mood-elevating effects that Sativas are known for. The presence of these specific terpenes often results in the bright, citrusy, or pine-like aromas associated with Sativa strains.
Sour Diesel
THC Content: 20% - 25%
A legendary sativa known for its energizing and mood-lifting effects with a distinctive fuel-like aroma. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Caryophyllene, Limonene, Myrcene
Common Effects:
Energetic
Happy
Uplifted
Flavor Profile:
Diesel
Pungent
Citrus
Growing Difficulty:
Moderate
Super Lemon Haze
THC Content: 18% - 25%
An energetic and zesty strain with uplifting effects and citrus flavors. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Terpinolene, Limonene, Myrcene
Common Effects:
Creative
Energetic
Euphoric
Flavor Profile:
Citrus
Lemon
Sweet
Growing Difficulty:
Moderate
Durban Poison
THC Content: 17% - 26%
A pure sativa from South Africa, known for its sweet, pine-like flavor and energetic effects. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Terpinolene, Limonene, Beta-Pinene
Common Effects:
Focused
Energetic
Clear-headed
Flavor Profile:
Pine
Sweet
Spicy
Growing Difficulty:
Easy
Green Crack
THC Content: 15% - 25%
A highly energizing strain with sharp citrus flavors. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene
Common Effects:
Energetic
Focused
Sharp
Flavor Profile:
Citrus
Tropical
Tangy
Growing Difficulty:
Moderate
Indica Strains
Indica strains are typically associated with full-body effects, promoting deep relaxation and tranquility. These strains are often chosen for their potential to help with sleep, pain relief, and muscle relaxation. Indicas are commonly used in the evening or before bed.
Indica strains are rich in terpenes like Myrcene (the most abundant, providing sedating effects), Linalool (offering calming, lavender-like properties), and Beta-Caryophyllene (contributing to stress relief and relaxation). These terpenes are responsible for the characteristic heavy, sweet, and earthy aromas of Indica strains, and work synergistically with cannabinoids to produce their renowned relaxing effects. The higher concentrations of Myrcene in particular are what give Indicas their classic "couch-lock" potential.
Northern Lights
THC Content: 16% - 21%
A classic indica known for its relaxing and sedating effects with a sweet and spicy aroma. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene
Common Effects:
Relaxed
Sleepy
Happy
Flavor Profile:
Sweet
Pine
Spicy
Growing Difficulty:
Easy
Purple Kush
THC Content: 17% - 22%
A pure indica with deeply relaxing effects and a sweet, earthy flavor profile. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Humulene
Common Effects:
Relaxed
Sleepy
Euphoric
Flavor Profile:
Grape
Sweet
Earthy
Growing Difficulty:
Moderate
Granddaddy Purple
THC Content: 17% - 23%
A popular indica offering physical relaxation and a grape-like taste. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene
Common Effects:
Relaxed
Sleepy
Hungry
Flavor Profile:
Grape
Berry
Sweet
Growing Difficulty:
Moderate
Hindu Kush
THC Content: 15% - 20%
A pure indica strain offering deep relaxation with earthy, pine aromas. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Limonene, Myrcene, Pinene
Common Effects:
Relaxed
Sleepy
Meditative
Flavor Profile:
Earthy
Pine
Sweet
Growing Difficulty:
Easy
Hybrid Strains
Hybrid strains combine characteristics of both sativa and indica varieties, offering balanced effects that can vary based on their dominant genetics. These strains can provide both mental clarity and physical relaxation, making them versatile for various uses throughout the day.
Hybrid strains feature diverse terpene profiles that can lean toward either their Sativa or Indica parentage. Common terpenes include Beta-Caryophyllene (providing stress relief), Limonene (offering mood elevation), and Myrcene (contributing to relaxation). The unique combinations and ratios of these terpenes create distinctive flavor profiles and effects. Understanding a hybrid's dominant terpenes can help predict its effects - for example, higher Limonene content might indicate more energizing properties, while more Myrcene could suggest more relaxing effects.
Blue Dream
THC Content: 17% - 24%
A balanced hybrid delivering gentle cerebral invigoration and full-body relaxation. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene
Common Effects:
Balanced
Creative
Gentle
Flavor Profile:
Berry
Sweet
Vanilla
Growing Difficulty:
Easy
Girl Scout Cookies (GSC)
THC Content: 19% - 28%
A potent hybrid known for its sweet flavor and euphoric effects. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Caryophyllene, Limonene, Humulene
Common Effects:
Happy
Euphoric
Relaxed
Flavor Profile:
Sweet
Mint
Cookie
Growing Difficulty:
Moderate
OG Kush
THC Content: 19% - 26%
A legendary hybrid offering stress relief with complex pine and fuel notes. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene
Common Effects:
Happy
Relaxed
Uplifted
Flavor Profile:
Pine
Woody
Earthy
Growing Difficulty:
Moderate
Wedding Cake
THC Content: 22% - 25%
A balanced hybrid with relaxing effects and a rich, tangy flavor profile. Learn more at Leafly
Dominant Terpenes:
Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene
Common Effects:
Relaxed
Happy
Euphoric
Flavor Profile:
Vanilla
Sweet
Peppery
Growing Difficulty:
Moderate
