Malawi Gold is an extremely rare and unique 100% Sativa landrace strain that can trace its genetic lineage to the Malawi region of Africa. Many experienced cannabis users say that Malawi Gold produces a unique psychedelic high that every cannabis enthusiast should try. Medical patients report using Malawi Gold to help them find relief from the symptoms of ailments like stress, anxiety, depression, fatigue, nausea and lack of appetite.
The Malawi Gold cannabis strain is an ancient landrace strain that has grown for generations in the Malawi region of Africa. Even though it is an ancient landrace strain, it is among the rarest strains in existence and is very desirable by many cannabis aficionados and medical patients. This rarity, combined with its high desirability among breeders and users alike, has even created an informal cannabis tourism industry in the southeast African country of Malawi. Malawi Gold is so popular in its country of birth that legends have even sprung up of tourists coming to Malawi, trying “Chamba,” and then losing the motivation to return home!
The original heritage of Malawi Gold’s genetic source is unknown, but many believe that Arab traders first brought seeds to the Malawi region between the 10th and 15th centuries. Even though cannabis is still illegal in the country of Malawi, and the fact that Malawi Gold is extremely rare, it is still considered to be one of the largest exports of the country.
Malawi Gold is a legendary cannabis strain for many reasons and many experts consider that Malawi Gold is in fact the rarest cannabis strain in the world. Like many traditional Sativas, Malawi Gold is known for its long-tapered buds that can reach lengths of up to 2 feet! Another unique characteristic of Malawi Gold is that people claim that no sedative effects whatsoever are experienced after consuming this strain. The high associated with Malawi Gold is claimed to be extremely “psychedelic” in nature and many experienced cannabis users say that it has a high unlike any other strain they have tried before. Many experts even refer to Malawi Gold as having the most potent psychoactive effects of any cannabis strain available on the market.
The THC levels contained in Malawi Gold can vary drastically based on growing conditions and the quality of the genetics; samples range between 14% to 24% THC, while the average is 18% THC. The CBD content of Malawi Gold ranges from 0.3% to 0.6%, with average samples testing at 0.4%.
Many patients have reported that Malawi Gold is a great cannabis strain for treating stress, depression, fatigue, nausea and anorexia. People who suffer from anxiety when consuming cannabis should stay far away from this strain as it is known to cause hallucinations and severe paranoia.
Due to the severe nature of the high associated with this strain and the potent negative effects that it can cause, Malawi Gold is not recommended for beginner cannabis users.
Many experienced cannabis users claim that Malawi Gold is an amazing strain for daytime use because of its energizing properties. As mentioned above, most users claim that unlike many other cannabis strains, it produces no sedative effects whatsoever.
The high associated with Malawi Gold is cerebral in nature and is very uplifting and energizing. When consumed in greater amounts, this strain can cause an altered sensory perception due to its overall psychoactive potency. Even though you may find yourself “couch locked” when using Malawi Gold, users report that it is a different kind of couch lock than is associated with many Indica and Indica Dominant Hybrid strains.
Malawi Gold has an aroma profile that is dominated by a lemon and citrus scent that has woody and earthy undertones. When smoking or vaporizing Malawi Gold, you can expect earthy flavors with hints of floral notes and an underlying sweetness.
Most landrace strains have a scent and flavour reminiscent of their valley, hills, mountain range and or area of origin, Malawi Gold is no exception.
Malawi Gold is considered an easy strain of cannabis to grow but many cultivators say that the strain does not develop the same unique characteristics that it is famous for when it is grown outside of its native region of Malawi, Africa. You can still produce high quality cannabis from this strain wherever you decide to grow it but the end product will be missing something special that only the rich soils of Malawi can provide. When growing Malawi Gold indoors, you can expect a flowering time of 9 to 11 weeks, with a yield of as much as 18 oz/㎡.
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