I think we can all agree that when it comes to cannabis, what makes this delicious plant so beautiful is its variety. Not one plant is the same, but did you know that if we were to trace down the genetics of cannabis, they would only come down to a handful of strains called landraces?
Botanists can trace the entire cannabis lineage back to an original landrace strain in the Hindu Kush region of Afghanistan and Pakistan.
Did you know that historical documents show that our ancestors were already getting stoned from as far back as 29,000BCE?
Did you know that archaeological research shows that marijuana was already being consumed in the Neolithic period of China.
From that earliest discovery, mankind took cannabis wherever they went and the plant spread outside the Kush and China to Russia, Africa, South America, the Caribbean, and even parts of North America.
What Is A Landrace Strain?
A landrace strain is simply a strain which has not been crossbred with any other plant in order to obtain the final product.
It is actually usually found that these strains are region-specific meaning that they have actually adapted to the region’s climate and conditions so much that you can only find them in said regions!
Let’s think about it
The first strain, where it all comes from was a wild species,
There were some caveman looking to get high who planted the seeds of this wild plants in various regions around the world.
These plants have grown and gotten used to the region’s climate and weather conditions hence becoming indigenous to the place. These plants are derived directly from the original seed are called landraces.
Since then farmers have continued to improve on the genetic quality of these seeds. That produced the modern strains we enjoy today.
6 Landrace Strains From Around The World
- Hindu Kush, Pakistan
- Pure Afghan, Afghanistan
- Lamb’s Bread, Jamaica
- Acapulco Gold, Mexico
- Durban Poison, Africa
- Panama Red, Central America
Should You Try A Landrace Strain?
Our answer is a resounding YES!! However, keep in mind that even though these are landrace strains they may have still been crossbred( up to a point).
It never hurts to try one of the strains where it all comes from and the experience is usually mind-blowing!
Here at Growsmokefly, we have got you sorted with one of the world’s rarest landrace strains-
Why should I get Durban Poison feminised seeds?
- Classic, fully proven corner-stone variety
- Very tough and powerful genetics which are easy to grow
- Numerous side branches carry long and heavy flowers
- Resinous Sativa blooms with a unique terpene profile
What does Durban Poison taste like?
Durban Poison is a Sativa dominant strain with a unique, appealing aroma. It is known for its spicy, hazy taste with hints of aniseed, liquorice, lemon and cloves. This complex aroma is one of the reasons why Durban Poison has such a large following of repeat growers.
Durban Poison Buds
The buds of Durban Poison are very dense for a Sativa. Growers can expect vigorous plants with numerous side branches. Most phenotypes have the tendency to stretch greatly, so be aware if height restrictions in your grow room could be a potential issue.
Durban Poison is a classic variety suitable for all conditions
Durban Poison is a classic indoor and outdoor variety, tough enough for outdoor cannabis growing even in extreme Northern/Southern latitudes. Durban Poison seeds come originally from South Africa and were inbred over many years during the 70’s. With each following generation, Durban Poison became increasingly adapted to the windy and rainy conditions of Northern Europe. Outdoor she has the potential to become really big. Heights above 3m are not unusual. Indoors she will stretch a great deal, so some form of height management is advised.
Durban Poison strain info: The perfect all-rounder!
Durban Poison is a pure landrace Sativa dominant variety which originates from South Africa. The plants may initially show wide Indica-style leaves. But during the latter part of the flowering period the growth pattern allows the Sativa dominance to show long flowers pierced by slim Sativa-style leaves.
Durban Poison has become a corner stone strain in today’s cannabis market. This Sativa dominant variety originates from the South African city of Durban and stood at the base of the famous GSC (Girl Scout Cookies) heritage/line, where strains such as Sherbet and Gelato were derived.
Durban Poison is ready to harvest after around 8-9 weeks of 12/12 indoor bloom. Outdoors she can reach maximum heights of 3-4m and is harvested around early/middle Autumn.
The genetics used to create Durban Poison ensure the following characteristics:
- A tough and vigorous plant. Easy to grow and suitable for all growing conditions
- A dense and slim Sativa style plant and bud structure
- A unique terpene profile with oversized resin glands
Durban Poison is an old-school Dutch Passion classic. Available in both regular and feminized seeds.
Durban Poison effects
Durban Poison gained worldwide popularity due to its effects which are typically Sativa. It provides the user with a strong, uplifting and energising effect. It is the perfect strain to stay productive throughout the day or to complete creative tasks. It will put you in an elevated mood where you will still be able to face the outside world without feeling self-conscious or paranoid. The initial burst of energy can be followed by some more sedative effects if you smoke/vape larger amounts. The high is relatively long-lasting.
How to grow Durban Poison
We recommend a shorter veg period compared to most Indica’s or Hybrid varieties if you are growing these plants indoors without the use of grow techniques to control height. Durban Poison tends to stretch a great deal, often doubling or tripling in size once in bloom.
A veg period of 3-4 weeks should be sufficient to get decent sized plants. When growing with only a few plants on a m2 it is recommended to use the SCROG technique. When growing her outdoors, make sure there is ample space available because this lady can take over your garden plot!
During early growth the plants can show more Indica-style leaves. A more sativa-style image and leaf appearance is seen during flowering. Indoor growers will notice the transition as soon as the light cycle is switched to 12/12. Outdoors as the days get shorter, the Sativa dominant heritage becomes more evident and her true colours appear.
Stems are tough and durable. They can easily be manipulated without the risk of breaking. During early flowering is it recommend to do some leaf tucking. This puts the biggest leaves underneath the buds which they once covered. The flowering time is about 8-9 weeks. In combination with the recommended veg phase it will take around 11-13 weeks from seed to harvest.
The yield of Durban Poison
Durban Poison produces XXL harvests of old-school quality cannabis; between 450 and 650 grams per m2 is possible. The plant will carry heavy, resinous and dense buds.
Our expert advice
Durban Poison is a perfect strain if you are looking for a well known old-school favourite with heavy yields which is easy to grow both indoors and outdoors. This variety suits both beginners and expert growers. For indoor growing we recommend topping or fimming as it will increase the speed of the Durban Poison lateral growth.
She will really shine when you use grow techniques such as LST, bending, super cropping and scrogging. This will increase yields greatly and it will make her height more manageable in an indoor environment. Make sure to give her enough root space. This will increase the speed of growth, as well as the eventual size and yield.
More info about Durban Poison
Durban Poison is one of our classic varieties. It is a very tough and stable cannabis strain which will suit all types of grower. The flowering time is relatively fast for such a Sativa-dominant variety. This was achieved by years and years of selective breeding. The calyx-to-leaf ratio is very high and the small sugar leaves are also covered in resin. Trimming is therefore fast and easy. The buds have a really distinct look and smell, something that you will not easily forget!
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