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sativa-dominant strainDurban
Durban is a sativa-dominant cultivar with South African roots and a clear, focused and creative effect profile. Herbal, sweet and citrus impressions define the aroma. The Cannabiogen version has a long flowering time of twelve or more weeks.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- herbal
Effects
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
The values are provided for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parent line and lineage
Durban appears at the top. Below are the documented parent lines through the 2nd generation.
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StrainDurban
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ParentsDurban Poison
- GrandparentsSouth African Sativa
- GrandparentsAfrica - Sativa
- ParentsSouth African Sativa
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ParentsDurban Poison
Editorial profile
Durban in detail
Origin & classification
Durban refers to the South African sativa gene pool, but the exact ancestry of the Cannabiogen version recorded here is not clearly documented. The continuous description presents it as a cultivar derived from Durban Poison. The core data, on the other hand, list Durban Poison × South African Sativa. These two details should not be combined into an apparently certain cross. What remains well supported is the sativa-dominant origin with a close connection to South African genetics.
Aroma & flavour
The source describes Durban as a classic line known for decades and refers to its importance for later hybrids. Such historical statements remain general; a specific breeding history for this Cannabiogen version is not available. The strain’s character is conveyed primarily through an invigorating, clear and focused impression. Creativity and euphoria also appear in the structured fields. These effects should be understood as recurring descriptions and may vary from person to person.
Terpene profile
The aroma combines a sweet foundation with spicy herbs and citrus notes. Durban therefore has a comparatively classic, bright profile without documented dessert or heavy gas notes. There is, however, a discrepancy in the terpenes: the source description names terpinolene, limonene and ocimene, while the structured field lists terpineol, Linalool and Myrcene. Because the substance lists differ, no individual terpenes are described as confirmed in the public text.
Effect tendency
A flowering time of twelve or more weeks is recorded for the Cannabiogen version. This points to a long development period and is consistent with its sativa-dominant classification. Further details on height, branching, flower shape, yield or preferred climate are unavailable. The long flowering time alone should therefore not be used to derive a specific cultivation recommendation.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Restraint is also necessary when it comes to the cannabinoids. The core data list 22 percent THC and one percent CBD, but the continuous description provides no measurement basis for these figures. Individual laboratory values also vary with batch, phenotype and growing conditions. Until a reliable source is available, the figures should not be published as fixed strain characteristics.
Further classification
From an editorial perspective, Durban is primarily suited to a historical and sensory presentation: South African-influenced sativa heritage, long flowering, sweet-spicy citrus aroma, and an effect profile described as energetic, creative and focused. Medical claims and specific performance promises from older descriptions are intentionally omitted.
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Frequently asked questions about Durban
What kind of strain is Durban?
We list Durban as a sativa-dominant strain with the parent line Durban Poison × South African Sativa.
What genetics are behind Durban?
Durban’s parent line is Durban Poison × South African Sativa.
What does Durban smell and taste like?
In terms of aroma, Durban is primarily herbal, citrusy and sweet. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
Which terpenes are associated with Durban?
Durban’s profile lists terpineol, Linalool and Myrcene. They complement the described aroma profile.
What effect tendency does Durban have?
We primarily describe Durban as creative, focused and euphoric. Effect impressions are subjective and are not a medical promise.
What is the THC content of Durban?
A THC range of 22 % is stated for Durban. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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