Strawberry Cough is a flavourful and exotic smelling 80/20 Sativa Dominant Hybrid strain that has relatively unknown origins. It is a popular strain on the West Coast and is loved by both the medical and recreational communities for its strong cerebral effects and low side effect profile.
There is no certainty about the lineage of the Strawberry Cough cannabis strain and this strain’s genetic origin is clouded in mystery. Sadly, outside of the stories passed down between growers that claim a forgotten strain of ‘Haze’ is one of the original parents, almost nothing is known of the cross breeding that created Strawberry Cough.
One legend suggests that is a haze plant grew in a field of strawberries and took on strawberry genetics, as well as the Haze genetics. This story seems like a long shot but adds to the backstory of this popular strain.
This strain was originally created and grown on the West Coast and is a favourite among many medical and recreational cannabis users.
The THC content of Strawberry Cough is medium and ranges from 13% - 18%. This strain has a very low CBD content that is typically less than 0.15%.
Due to its medium THC levels this strain can work well for novices or patients looking for the experience of a slightly mellow sativa.
Medical patients report using the Strawberry Cough strain for mood disorders such as anxiety, ADD/ADHD, PTSD, depression, fatigue and bipolar disorder. Ailments like chronic pain, migraines, headaches and arthritis have also been reported to be helped with this strain, while other patients have found relief from the symptoms of insomnia.
A boost of energy can be felt throughout the mind and body, supplying the user with a motivational spark that lasts the entire experience. Although the onset of the effects of this strain are delayed, you can expect a feeling of euphoria that blends well with the classic cerebral high of a sativa ideal for morning or daytime use.
Strawberry cough is a great introductory sativa for beginners, as the complement of energetic and mood boosting effects blend well with a mild but persistent body effects that provide a high that is potent without being overwhelming. It has a relatively low negative effect profile, especially when compared to many other popular Sativas on the market.
Strawberry cough is best used as a morning/daytime strain. Activities that require a mindful level of attention work well with this strain and this is perhaps why ADD/ADHD sufferers find relief with Strawberry Cough.
You are not inhibited from focusing while experiencing its effects, and the effects lend themselves to keeping in motion so we suggest not planning on being sedentary while consuming this highly active strain.
Outside of dry eyes and dry mouth, Strawberry Cough is relatively mild in terms of negative effects. When consuming larger doses of the strain, some people report headaches, dizziness and passing anxiety.
As the name would suggest, Strawberry Cough has a unique bouquet of strawberries, with slight notes of cherry and a sweetness reminiscent of bubblegum.
Strawberry cough has a spicy inhale that may tickle your throat, while the strawberry scent devolves into aromas of fruit and sweetness.
Strawberry Cough is popular among both experienced and novice growers alike. It is a very hearty strain that thrives outdoors in hot tropical climates with lots of humidity but can also be grown well indoors in similar conditions. Thanks to its natural resistance to most molds, mites and mildew, this strain can be a great way to introduce yourself to growing cannabis.
When growing Strawberry Cough indoors you can expect a flowering time of 9-10 weeks and yields of 14 oz/ m². Outdoors, this strain should be ready to harvest from late September to mid-October and will yield 14 oz per plant on average.
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