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sativa-dominant strainLemon Meringue
Lemon Meringue is a sativa-dominant strain. Aromatically, it often presents skunky, lemony and cookie-like notes, while its effects tend to be heavy. This places it closer to modern dessert strains than to classic Kush or Haze lines.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- skunky
Effects
- heavy
Genetics
Parentage and family tree
Lemon Meringue is at the beginning. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.
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StrainLemon Meringue
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ParentsLemon Skunk
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GrandparentsSuper Silver Haze
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3rd generationNorthern Lights
- 4th generationAfghani
- 4th generationPurest Indica
- 4th generationAfghanistan
- 3rd generationHaze
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3rd generationNorthern Lights
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GrandparentsSuper Silver Haze
- ParentsLas Vegas Lemon Skunk
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ParentsLemon Skunk
Editorial profile
Lemon Meringue in detail
Origin & classification
Lemon Meringue is a sativa-dominant strain.
Aroma & flavour
In terms of aroma, Lemon Meringue primarily shows skunky, lemony and cookie-like notes. It is the combination of sweeter and classically spicy notes in particular that makes this strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.
Terpene profile
Lemon Meringue is generally described as heavy in terms of its effects. Overall, the strain therefore leans more towards a calmer, more physical direction.
Effect tendency
Lemon Meringue therefore sits closer to modern dessert strains than to classic old-school lines. It is also notable that the strain is repeatedly described as offering good yields and strong practical appeal.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Lemon Meringue is aimed more at people who place greater emphasis on calm, depth and physicality in a strain. Fans of modern dessert and exotic lines in particular are likely to find many familiar elements here.
Further classification
Those looking in this direction will find a dense, sweet-leaning profile rather than a fresh Haze or pure Kush direction. For many, it is precisely this combination of profile and practical appeal that creates the strain’s real appeal.
Further classification
Aromatically, Lemon Meringue shows skunky, lemony and cookie-like notes. Its effects read as calmer and more physical: heavy. What is particularly interesting about Lemon Meringue is the tension between sweet, fruity notes and the more classic, earthy-spicy base. The effect profile of Lemon Meringue is less geared towards activity and more towards a calmer, heavier overall impression. The naming and aromatic world of Lemon Meringue leans more towards modern dessert and fruit profiles. Its classification as a sativa-dominant strain fits a brighter, more active strain profile. This gives Lemon Meringue a clear identity without defining it solely through a single value. Of particular interest is the combination of sweet, fruity and classically spicy elements.
Further classification
This makes the strain particularly interesting for people looking for a sweeter profile while still expecting structure and recognisable character. With Lemon Meringue in particular, it is important that the sweetness does not suggest genericness, but remains clearly connected to its origin and overall character. The result is not an arbitrary dessert profile, but a strain with clear direction and a distinct, easily understood signature. Ultimately, it is the calmer, more physical character that remains, rather than a loud or nervous impression.
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Frequently asked questions about Lemon Meringue
What kind of strain is Lemon Meringue?
We list Lemon Meringue as a sativa-dominant strain with the parentage Lemon Skunk × Las Vegas Lemon Skunk.
What genetics are behind Lemon Meringue?
The parentage of Lemon Meringue is Lemon Skunk × Las Vegas Lemon Skunk.
What does Lemon Meringue smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Lemon Meringue is primarily associated with skunky, lemony and cookie-like notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
What effect tendency does Lemon Meringue have?
We primarily describe Lemon Meringue as heavy. Effects are subjective and are not a medical promise.
What flowering time is given for Lemon Meringue?
A flowering time of 8-9 weeks is given for Lemon Meringue.
Which breeder is named for Lemon Meringue?
Exotic Genetix is named as the breeder or cultivator of Lemon Meringue.
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