Is White Widow indica or sativa?

White Widow is a hybrid cannabis strain, with genetics from Brazilian sativa × South Indian indica.

How strong is White Widow?

White Widow has a THC content of approximately 20.0% and CBD content of 0.2%. This is a moderately potent strain.

What are the effects of White Widow?

White Widow is commonly reported to produce happy, uplifted, euphoric effects. Individual experiences vary based on tolerance, dose, and consumption method. Not medical advice.

What terpenes are in White Widow?

White Widow's dominant terpene is Myrcene, followed by α-Pinene and β-Caryophyllene. Terpenes contribute to the strain's aroma and may influence its effects.

What is White Widow used for?

White Widow is commonly associated with: depression, anxiety, pain, stress. This is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

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White Widow

A moderately potent hybrid, commonly associated with happy and uplifted effects, Myrcene-forward terpene profile.

Genetics: Brazilian sativa × South Indian indica

20.0%

THC

0.2%

CBD

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Who this is for

Best time

Day or Evening

Potency

Strong

Best for experienced users

Experience

Intermediate – Experienced

Primary use

Mood elevation

Experience Timeline

Inhaled / smoked

Onset

5–10 min

First effects felt

Peak

20–45 min

Strong effect

Comedown

1–3 hr total

Gradual fade

Timing varies by tolerance, method, and individual physiology. Edibles take 30 min–2 hr to onset with 4–8 hr duration. Calculate your dose →

Strain data reflects commonly reported characteristics. Effects, potency, and appearance vary between phenotypes, growing conditions, and individual physiology.

What to Expect from White Widow

White Widow is a balanced hybrid that has blessed every Dutch coffee shop menu since its birth in the 1990s. A cross between a Brazilian sativa landrace and a resin-heavy South Indian indica, White Widow's buds are white with crystal resin. Its powerful effects deliver a burst of euphoria and energy.

Effects

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Why It Feels This Way

The Myrcene-forward profile is commonly associated with happy and uplifted. Here's how the terpene chemistry contributes:

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Myrcene0.40%
Earthy, musky — commonly associated with body relaxation and may enhance cannabinoid absorption
🌲
α-Pinene0.28%
Fresh pine — may promote alertness and is thought to counteract some THC-related memory effects
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β-Caryophyllene0.22%
Spicy, peppery — the only terpene known to bind cannabinoid receptors; often linked to anti-inflammatory effects

May Help With

Educational information only — not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider.

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Terpene Profile

🌿Myrcene

0.40%

Earthy, musky — commonly associated with body relaxation and may enhance cannabinoid absorption

🌲α-Pinene

0.28%

Fresh pine — may promote alertness and is thought to counteract some THC-related memory effects

🌶️β-Caryophyllene

0.22%

Spicy, peppery — the only terpene known to bind cannabinoid receptors; often linked to anti-inflammatory effects

Growing Info

Difficulty: Easy
Flowering time: 8 weeks
Indoor yield: 450g/m²
Outdoor yield: 600g/plant
Height: ~120cm
Environment: indoor, outdoor, greenhouse

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Dosing

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