About Durban Poison Strain:

Don’t let its name fool you: This award-winning strain is a pure sativa landrace and is completely non-toxic! Hailing from the South African port city of Durban, Durban poison has gained mainstream popularity due to its classic dank smell redolent of citrus, spicy hashish, and hints of licorice. Its historic phenotypes were first observed in the late 70s by an American strain hunter Ed Rosenthal. As the story goes, Rosenthal had visited South Africa in search of new genetics when he stumbled upon the fast-flowering strain. When he returned to the U.S., Rosenthal selectively bred his imported South African seeds and shared them with a fellow breeder Mel Frank. Frank would then fine-tune the strain’s genetics to maximize its resin content and further reduce its flowering time. 

Today, Durban poison stands among the most popular strains worldwide, with a THC concentration ranging between 15% – 25%. Its medium-sized buds have a dense, compact structure with a chunky and tapered shape typical of sativa varieties. The buds have a thick coating of sticky trichomes and resin glands, making this strain one of the best choices for concentrates. Its icy green leaves are laced with bright orange pistils, making for an appealing color pallet.

Smell/Favor

One of the many things Durban poison is well-known for is its sweet flavor and aroma, reminiscent of the smell of sweet licorice. The compact buds have a typical dank smell. But once you break them open or burn a joint, you get the full experience of nature as it is. A pungent skunky aroma combined with candied lemon and aromatic anise fills the entire room.

The taste of Durban poison is totally blissful. Its thick smoke gives off spicy flavors with lemony notes. When you inhale it, you will be hit by the taste of orange spice complemented by a minty finish. Overall, the mind-blowing taste of Durban lingers in your mouth, uplifting your mood and encouraging your brain into a state of creativity.

High/Effects

Durban poison is not one of the sweet-tasting strains to think of for nighttime use. It’s best suited for daytime consumption when you need your creative juices flowing. Many of its enthusiasts swear that it’s the most energizing sativa variety they’ve ever tried. As an uplifter, Durban offers a clear cerebral high that inspires you to go out there and do what you’ve got to do. Its potent effects begin with a sharpening of sights and sounds, which slowly settles into an active head high that can be great for social interactions, exploring the great outdoors, and creative endeavors. This strain is your ideal choice if you’re looking to stay productive or creative throughout a busy day.

Durban poison is a great choice for alleviating depression, sadness, anxiety, and PTSD. People with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) also seek this strain to improve their focus and concentration. With a THC concentration that constantly hits 25%, high doses of Durban poison may cause unwanted effects such as cottonmouth, paranoia, and panic attacks. However, these side effects can be limited by taking limited amounts and staying hydrated.