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White Widow

White Widow is a sativa-dominant strain. Typical aromas include woody, herbal and earthy notes. The effects are generally described as lively, sociable and imaginative. The flowering time is currently listed as 7-8 weeks.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • woody
  • herbal
  • earthy

Effects

  • lively
  • sociable
  • creative

Terpenes

  • Myrcene
  • Pinene
  • Caryophyllene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC up to 25 %
CBD up to 1 %

These values are provided for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Editorial profile

White Widow in detail

Origin & classification

White Widow is a sativa-dominant strain from Brazilian sativa landrace × resinous South Indian indica. Dinafem is named as the breeder of this strain. With up to 25 % THC, White Widow clearly falls into the more potent range. CBD plays more of a supporting role at up to 1 %.

Aroma & flavour

White Widow’s aroma is primarily woody, herbal and earthy. Myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene fit this impression well and give the profile additional depth. This places the profile more in a classic direction than in a modern dessert or candy scheme.

Terpene profile

White Widow is generally described as lively, sociable and imaginative in its effects.

Effect tendency

The flowering time is roughly 50 to 60 days. The often-mentioned resin production is also clearly among the characteristics that define this strain.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

White Widow remains interesting above all because of its genetics and clear fundamental character. Those who appreciate classic, direct strain profiles that are not overly polished may find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.

Further classification

The flowering time is recorded as approximately 50–60 days. In terms of cultivation, White Widow appears more accessible than particularly demanding. This makes White Widow feel less like a purely exotic profile and more like a strain with clear practical relevance. The genetics from Brazilian sativa landrace x resinous South Indian indica give the profile its direction. The aroma profile remains rather old-school: woody, herbal and earthy. It is primarily described as lively, sociable and imaginative. A THC level of up to 25 % makes White Widow noticeably more prominent than milder strains. At up to 1 % CBD, this value clearly remains secondary in White Widow. In White Widow, the aroma is not merely an additional feature but a central part of the strain’s identity. Myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene provide further clues as to why the aroma profile works through more than individual flavour notes alone. When comparing it with other strains, this effect profile is often more informative for White Widow than a single THC value. At the same time, the lines mentioned above give White Widow a brighter, more cerebral component.

Similar strains & related profiles

These profiles may be interesting if you would like to compare strains based on similar parentage, name similarity or related genetic context.

Related parent line

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about White Widow

What type of strain is White Widow?

We list White Widow as a sativa-dominant strain.

What does White Widow smell and taste like?

Aromatically, White Widow is primarily associated with woody, herbal and earthy notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with White Widow?

White Widow’s profile features myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene. They complement the described aroma profile.

What effect tendency does White Widow have?

We primarily describe White Widow as lively, sociable and creative. Effects are subjective impressions and are not a medical promise.

How high is the THC content of White Widow?

White Widow is listed with a THC range of up to 25 %. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.

How high is the CBD content of White Widow?

White Widow is listed with a CBD range of up to 1 %. This value may also vary for the individual batch.