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Maui Wowie

Maui Wowie is a distinctly sativa-influenced strain from Hawaiian × Hawaii. Aromatically, it is often tropical, pineapple-like and citrusy, while its effects tend to be balanced, with a noticeable mental and physical side. This makes it more classic than many sweet exotic strains.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • tropical
  • pineapple-like
  • citrusy
  • spicy
  • pine-like
  • musky
  • fruity

Effects

  • energetic
  • mood-enhancing
  • uplifting
  • balancing
  • calming

Terpenes

  • Myrcene
  • Pinene
  • Caryophyllene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC 19 %
CBD 0 %

These values are intended for orientation. Actual contents may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parent line and family tree

Maui Wowie is at the beginning. The documented parent lines follow below.

Editorial profile

Maui Wowie in detail

Origin & classification

Maui Wowie is a sativa-influenced strain from Hawaiian × Hawaii. Unknown or Legendary is listed as the breeder. With up to 19 %, the THC levels sit in the solid mid-range. With up to 0 %, CBD plays more of a minor role.

Aroma & flavor

Maui Wowie’s aroma is primarily tropical, pineapple-like, citrusy and spicy. Myrcene, Pinene and Caryophyllene complement this impression and give the profile additional depth. In particular, the combination of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.

Terpene profile

Maui Wowie is generally described as energetic, mood-enhancing, uplifting and balancing in its effects. This is precisely what often makes the strain interesting: it does not tip exclusively in one direction, but engages both mind and body.

Effect tendency

Maui Wowie therefore comes across as more classic and direct than sweet and playful. The strain is not one-dimensional, but powerful without a single aspect taking center stage.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

Maui Wowie is particularly suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects together in as balanced a way as possible. Those who appreciate classic, direct strain profiles that are not overly polished may find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.

Additional classification

Aromatically, Maui Wowie presents as tropical, pineapple-like, citrusy, spicy and pine-like. Myrcene, Pinene and Caryophyllene are the dominant terpenes. Genetically, Maui Wowie is clearly built from Hawaiian x Hawaii. Between energetic, mood-enhancing and uplifting, its effects appear balanced, with active and calmer elements. With up to 19 % THC, Maui Wowie falls within the medium to clearly perceptible range. With up to 0 % CBD, this value is clearly secondary in Maui Wowie. What makes Maui Wowie interesting is the contrast between sweet, fruity notes and the more classic, earthy-spicy base. Myrcene, Pinene and Caryophyllene provide additional clues as to why the aroma profile is not defined by individual flavor notes alone. This balance is precisely what makes Maui Wowie interesting: the strain reads as neither purely heavy nor exclusively stimulating. At the same time, the lines mentioned give Maui Wowie a brighter, more head-focused component.

Similar strains & related profiles

These profiles may be interesting if you want to compare strains based on a similar parent line, a similar name or a related genetic context.

Related parent line

Tropic Thunder

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Maui Wowie

What type of strain is Maui Wowie?

We list Maui Wowie as a sativa-dominant strain with the parent line Hawaiian × Hawaii.

What genetics are behind Maui Wowie?

The parent line of Maui Wowie is Hawaiian × Hawaii.

What does Maui Wowie smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Maui Wowie is primarily tropical, pineapple-like, citrusy, spicy, pine-like, musky and fruity. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.

Which terpenes are associated with Maui Wowie?

Myrcene, Pinene and Caryophyllene are prominent in Maui Wowie’s profile. They complement the described aroma profile.

What effects can be expected from Maui Wowie?

We describe Maui Wowie primarily as energetic, mood-enhancing, uplifting, balancing and calming. Effects are subjective and do not constitute a medical promise.

How high is the THC content of Maui Wowie?

A THC range of 19 % is listed for Maui Wowie. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.