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White Widow
18%
THC
Top effects
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earthycitrusspicy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
White Widow effects are mostly calming.
Low THCHigh THC
White Widow potency is average.
White Widow
18%
THC
Top effects
Top flavors
earthycitrusspicy
Terpenes
CalmingEnergizing
White Widow effects are mostly calming.
Low THCHigh THC
White Widow potency is average.
White Widow is a classic hybrid strain born from the crossing of Brazilian and South Indian Indica genetics. This variety is known for its versatility in cultivation, thriving in both indoor and outdoor environments. Growers favor this strain for its easy difficulty level, high yield potential, and a consistent 58-day flowering cycle.
The chemical profile of White Widow is characterized by a wide array of terpenes, led by a dominant concentration of myrcene, followed by limonene, caryophyllene, isopulegol, and beta-pinene. Linalool, pinene, nerolidol, humulene, and bisabolol provide additional aromatic nuance, joined by smaller concentrations of caryophyllene-oxide, camphene, eucalyptol, terpinolene, ocimene, guaiol, gamma-terpinene, p-cymene, and alpha-terpinene. This complex composition defines the specific sensory experience of the strain.
As a THC-dominant hybrid, White Widow produces effects that are euphoric, uplifted, creative, and energetic. These properties make the strain particularly effective for managing stress, fostering creative output, and supporting social engagement. This genetic profile has served as a foundational building block for many notable offshoots, including Adrian White, Afgan Kush x White Widow, African Honey, Amnesia DP, Appleberry, Arachnid Fangs, Arafa, Armagedon Moon, Atlas Seed One, Auto Scratch, Auto White Devotchka, and Auto White Widow XXL.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
myrcene ~60%limonene ~28%caryophyllene ~12%
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| caryophyllene | ~12% | spicy | relaxing · social |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
~12%
spicy
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Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
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uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
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creative
morningAssociated with terpinolene/limonene profiles; dopaminergic and serotonergic modulation via limonene 5-HT1A supports divergent thinking.
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energetic
morningAssociated with ocimene/terpinolene profiles; stimulating without sedation; largely emergent from absence of sedating compounds rather than a direct mechanism.
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happy
anytimeGenetic Profile
Balanced Hybrid
■ Indica 50%■ Sativa 50%
Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Green House Seeds' 1994 Cannabis Cup winner; cross of Brazilian sativa and South Indian indica landraces, prized for extreme resin production.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of White Widow.
Parents
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Siblings
Share parents brazilian / south indian indica
Offspring — 30 strains bred from White Widow
White Rhinolimonene303 WidowmyrceneAdrian WhitecaryophylleneAfgan Kush x White WidowmyrceneAfrican HoneymyrceneAmnesia DPmyrceneAppleberrymyrceneArachnid FangsmyrceneArafamyrceneArmagedon MoonmyrceneAtlas Seed OnemyrceneAuto ScratchmyrceneAuto White DevotchkamyrceneAuto White Widow ХХLmyrceneAuto Whitey FreezemyrceneAutomatic WidowmyrceneBenedictamyrceneBerry Whitecaryophyllene-oxideBig FreezemyrceneBlazarmyrceneBlue SpidermyrceneBlue VenommyrceneBrains ChoicemyrceneBud FactorymyrceneC4-MaticmyrceneCalifornia NuggetmyrceneCandy CanecaryophylleneCannablissmyrceneChemduck F2myrceneCherry Chocolate Widowmyrcene
Composite Traits
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Community Reviews
★★★★★4.0 · 2 reviews
★★★★★Good for my art studio vibe
7 May 2026This stuff is a classic for a reason. I hit a bowl before painting and the creative juices flow, but I'm still chill enough to focus. No stress, just good vibes.
★★★★★Felt too heavy sometimes
29 Mar 2026White Widow definitely gets you lifted, but watch out for that couch lock if you're trying to get stuff done. It was great for unwinding, just kinda knocked me out a few times.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is White Widow indica or sativa?
White Widow is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).
What terpene is dominant in White Widow?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is White Widow good for daytime use?
White Widow is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.