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Looking into Landrace Strains

Published on
January 23, 2025

Since working at Euphorium, I have been introduced to dozens of new cannabis strains I had never heard of.  It has been overwhelming to try to learn and understand all of the names and effects of so many strains. But landrace strains have provided a way in to understand where these plants came from and how they have developed so diversely.

Landrace Strains are genetically pure and geographically distinct cannabis strains.  They are indigenous to their respective environments, and therefore have been able to adapt over many generations to specific areas, climates, and weather conditions.  

Important Landrace Strains

  1. Afghan/Hindu Kush
    • Origin: Afghanistan
    • Characteristics: Known for its strong, sedative effects and earthy, sweet aroma. Afghan strains are typically indica-dominant and are renowned for their resin production, making them ideal for hashish.
  1. Thai Stick
  • Origin: Thailand
  • Characteristics: Sativa-dominant with a spicy, citrusy flavor profile. Thai strains are known for their uplifting and energetic effects, making them popular for daytime use.
  1. Acapulco Gold
  • Origin: Mexico
  • Characteristics: This legendary strain has a sweet, earthy aroma with notes of caramel. Acapulco Gold is sativa-dominant and offers euphoric and stimulating effects.
  1. Durban Poison
  • Origin: South Africa
  • Characteristics: A pure sativa with a sweet, piney aroma and energetic effects. Durban Poison is celebrated for its clear-headed and uplifting high.

Over the decades, these strains have been bread with countless other strains that have given rise to the endless variety of strains we see on shelves today.  To say we owe these natural beauties a debt of gratitude is an understatement.  Long Live Landrace!