Durban Poison
sativa
Durban Poison is a pure sativa landrace strain originating from the port city of Durban, South Africa. Brought to the U.S. in the late 1970s by Ed Rosenthal, it is one of the few remaining true sativa landraces widely available. Its uplifting, productive effects and sweet aroma have made it a daytime staple.
THC Range
15-20%
Typical: 17%
CBD Range
0.1-0.5%
Terpene Profile
| Terpene | Notes |
|---|---|
| Myrcene | Sweet, earthy base with a distinctive anise-like quality |
| Terpinolene | Fresh, piney, herbal character unique to this landrace |
| Ocimene | Sweet, herbaceous note adding tropical depth |
Flavor & Aroma
Flavors
SweetEarthyAnisePine
Aromas
Sweet aniseEarthy pineSpicy herbs
Effects
EnergizingFocusedUpliftingCreativeClear-headed
Best Edible Uses
Daytime tincturesHerbal ediblesEnergy edibles
Durban Poison is the quintessential daytime edible strain. Its pure sativa genetics produce clear, focused effects without sedation. The sweet anise flavor adds an interesting herbal note to tinctures and teas.
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