MAUI WOWIE STRAIN INFORMATION

General Information

Type:  Sativa-dominant hybrid

Genetics:  Varies, the name is used for almost any Maui strain that made it out of Hawaii

Geographic Origin:  Maui, Hawaii

Seed Company/Clone: Both — various versions exist, seeds are available from Nirvana, High Quality Seeds, and others

Description: Since the 1960′s, “Maui Wowie” (or “Waui”) was known as an especially exotic and desirable strain to cannabis connoisseurs the world over.  While it’s unclear if the original genetic line is still alive and kicking, there are certainly many strains from Maui that are similar and capture the same smooth, citrus-pine taste and the enjoyable mid-level Sativa effects that it became famous for.  As far as the dispensary scene goes, it seems that Maui Wowie and “Maui” operate interchangeably for the most part, with some plain “Maui” being distinguished from the Wowie by a more Indica growth profile and effect (at times this is called Hawaiian Indica as well).  Maui strains are heavily Sativa in growth pattern, but the effect is generally mellow and clear-headed.

History

Story: Originally popularized in the 1970′s in pop culture by the likes of Cheech and Chong, Maui strains have retained an enduring reputation, especially with those who had it in its heyday.  Whether the original Maui Waui still exists is up for debate — most seed varieties are of murky lineage and are most likely hybridized rather than landrace Hawaiian seeds.

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Growing Information

Flowering Time: 9 – 11 weeks

Preferred Growing Medium: Most Maui strains grow tall and lanky and may need support when flowering.  The seedbank varieties are often hybrids containing Indica genetic lines and produce very well for commercial pursuits, growing more stout and dense compared to the pure Maui lines.

Patient Expectations

Scent:  Some Maui is very tropical-smelling, with hints of sweet fruits and a floral quality — others (the ones with a greater Indica influence) have a more pine-dominant profile and are less sweet.

Flavor:  Again, there is some variation between the purer Sativa-dominant Maui and the pine-scented one — the pure Maui has a softly sweet flavor while the other one has a more earthy pine flavor with a hint of lemon.

Effects: Though a well-grown and selected Maui may start rather strong, it generally will even out after 30-45 minutes into a smoothly energetic and uplifting experience.  Known for aiding creativity, it’s also a good work strain once the initial potency passes, as mental processes are not affected and remain sharp.  Maui strains can sometimes border on rushy body-wise, and normally will give a vibrating body sensation — not one for really relieving pain, it’s much more of a mental strain, providing aid with depression, anxiety, appetite stimulation, and migraines.

KindReviews:

Maui Wowie – The Releaf Center – September 2010

Maui Waui – Sweet Leaf, Inc. – August 2010

Maui – Nedicate – July 2010

Maui Waui – Apothecary of Colorado – May 2010

Maui – Mile High Medicals – April 2010

PHNOM PENH STRAIN INFORMATION

General Information

Type:  Sativa-dominant hybrid

Genetics:  Cambodian landrace x (Thai x Haze)

Geographic Origin:  Southeast Asia, bred in Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Seed Company/Clone: Reeferman Seeds

Description: An attempt to create a total “throwback” to the Thai varieties of the 1970′s, a landrace Cambodian variety was stabilized by being bred with a Thai-Haze male.  The long-flowering and spindly Phnom Penh isn’t for the amateur grower, but will reward the persistent with an amazingly racy and cerebral experience, delivered via spicy sandwalwood and incense-flavored foxtailed nugs.

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Growing Information

Flowering Time: Around 14 weeks

Preferred Growing Medium: Will more than triple in height when in flowering, may require support because it can be so spindly and tall.

Patient Expectations

Scent: Spicy and carrying notes of tea

Flavor: Sandalwood and incense

Effects: Very uplifting and cerebral, this hybrid may get on top of some inexperienced users.  Not for those suffering from anxiety, Southeast Asian hybrids such as this are known for being near-psychedelic with their effects packages.

KindReviews:

Phnom Penh – The High Country – March 2010p

LAMB’S BREAD STRAIN INFORMATION

General Information

Type:  Landrace Jamaican Sativa

Genetics:  Jamaican Sativa

Geographic Origin:  Jamaica

Seed Company/Clone: Seed versions have been released by Dutch seedbanks, but the real landrace varieties still exist

Description: A legendary Sativa popularized by the likes of Bob Marley and Peter Tosh, Lamb’s Bread (at times called “Lamb’s Breath” or “Lambsbread”) is thought to be a skunk variety but is wholly different, with an extremely uppy and creative Sativa effect.

History

Story: The term “lamb’s bread” is common in the Rastafarian religion, mentioned in many Reggae songs.  As a slang term, it’s also common in Jamaica and simply means great ganja.  Dutch cannabis seed banks have taken to calling the strain “Lamb’s Breath”, erroneously thinking that it was Jamacian patois being pronounced “bread” or “bred”.

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Growing Information

Flowering Time: 9-10 weeks

Preferred Growing Medium: Known for being grown outdoors, Lamb’s Bread needs room to stretch if grown indoors.

Patient Expectations

Scent: Spicy, at times with a slightly putrid smell

Flavor: Spicy, but not particularly noteworthy

Effects: This strain is an extremely uplifting and cerebral Sativa, sparking the creative mind and making any daily activity more enjoyable.  This is a true tropical Sativa and can come with feelings of anxiety and paranoia for some users, but for others, it’s an amazing breath of fresh air mentally, clearing the cobwebs out and refreshing the perspective.

KindReviews:

Lamb’s Breath – Natural Remedies – May 2010

Lamb’s Breath – Alpine Herbal Wellness – May 2010

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