Marijuana Strain Descriptions
Strawberry Cough
Cannabis Strain Summary
Terpene Profile- Primary
Myrcene (earthy, herbal foundation); Alpha-pinene (bright, fresh, mental clarity, bronchodilator effects)
Terpene Profile- Secondary
Beta-caryophyllene (peppery, spicy); Limonene (citrus, uplifting); Terpinolene (candy-sweet, floral, enhances strawberry notes)
The Experience- Common Effects
Elevated mood; Social anxiety reduction; Increased verbal fluency; Enhanced creativity and divergent thinking; Improved focus and sustained concentration; Physical energy increase; Gentle muscle relaxation without sedation; Minor pain relief; Enhanced sensory appreciation; Motivation and drive
The Experience- Duration
Total duration: 3-4 hours (inhalation methods); Edibles: 4-6 hours with 45-90 min onset; Gentle descent without crash; Mental clarity returns fully without grogginess; Increased motivation persists post-acute effects
The Experience- Onset
Onset: 3-7 minutes post-inhalation; gentle brightening of mental perspective; Full development: 10-20 minutes with gradual build; Peak plateau: 90-150 minutes with consistency; Mental energy intensifies without scatter; maintains clarity and grounded functionality
The Experience- Potential Side Effects
Coughing (signature effect from expansive smoke); Dry mouth; Dry eyes; Potential anxiety amplification in susceptible individuals; Possible overstimulation at high doses; Reduced suitability for precision tasks
Strain Type
Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Not Recommended For
Evening wind-down (too energizing for sleep); High-stress situations requiring complete groundedness; Operating heavy machinery; Critical decision-making; Individuals prone to cannabis-induced anxiety (use with caution and low doses)
Lineage and Origins
Cross between Strawberry Fields (indica from northeastern US) and unspecified Haze variety. Popularized by Kyle Kushman circa 1999 after receiving clone from Connecticut grower. Original clone-only version distributed from New York, later brought to California. Named for distinctive strawberry aroma and expansive smoke.
Cannabanoid Profile
THC: 18-26% (most common 20-23%; some phenotypes 27-29%); CBD: <0.5% (typically ~0.1%); CBG: 1-2% (notably elevated); CBN: trace amounts; CBC: minimal. THC-dominant strain with robust terpene profile creating clear-headed yet potent experience.
Comparable Strains
Super Silver Haze (similar Haze lineage, cerebral energy, more intense/citrus); Strawberry Diesel (descendant, maintains strawberry + fuel notes, more balanced); Durban Poison (pure sativa, similar clarity/energy, licorice profile); Strawberry Banana (related genetics, more indica/sedating); Sour Diesel (energizing sativa, fuel profile, slightly edgier)
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Cultivation Resilience
Good pest resistance; Moderate mold resistance (requires attention to humidity in late flower due to dense buds); Proper airflow essential; Handles temperature fluctuations reasonably well
Cultivation Flowering Time
9-10 weeks (range: 8-11 weeks depending on phenotype); Early harvest preserves volatile terpenes and brighter effects; Full maturity develops deeper complexity and more body effect
Cultivation Yield
Medium to large yields; Indoor average: 14-15 oz/m² (400+ gr/m²); Outdoor: variable based on climate, up to 3m height possible; Optimized conditions can increase yields 15-20% above baseline
Cultivation Plant Structure
Vegetative: bushy, moderate vigor, manageable height, responds well to training; Flowering: stretch typical (may double in height first 2-3 weeks); Final structure: medium height with sativa characteristics; Branching: good for LST, topping, SCROG; Dense buds requiring structural support
Cultivation Quality Indicators
Vibrant lime to forest green coloration with purple/pink highlights; Dense trichome coverage (frosty, crystalline); Cone-shaped structure with minimal foxtailing; Bright orange/reddish pistils; Immediate strawberry aroma upon opening; Properly cured texture; Minimal stem content