Colombian Gold strain illustration

Colombian Gold

aka Santa Marta Colombian Gold, Santa MartaSativa
4(214)
Type
Sativa
THC
17.9%–21.2%
CBD
—
Main terpene
Limonene
Parents
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THC range is the middle half of 13 public lab tests of Colombian Gold flower (2020–2022). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Colombian Gold

Colombian Gold is a sativa. You may also see it sold as Santa Marta Colombian Gold, Santa Marta. Reviews most often mention feeling energetic, creative and talkative.

THC and potency

Across 13 public lab tests of Colombian Gold flower between 2020 and 2022, the median result was 20.3% total THC, with half of all samples falling between 17.9% and 21.2%. That is in line with most flower on dispensary shelves. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.

Aroma, flavour and terpenes

Its reported terpene profile is led by limonene, with myrcene and caryophyllene. Limonene is known for bright citrus-peel freshness, while myrcene adds earthy, musky notes with a ripe-fruit edge. On the palate, people pick out lime, spicy/herbal and skunk.

Reported effects

Beyond feeling energetic, reviewers also mention feeling focused and euphoric. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with stress, depression and anxiety. The side effects mentioned most are paranoia, dry eyes and dry mouth. These are personal reports, not medical advice.

Genetics

Colombian Gold is also a parent of Gold Dawg, Granny Mac and Gainesville Green.

Colombian Gold terpenes

Relative strength as reported by consumers.

  • limoneneCitrus
  • myrceneEarthy, musky
  • caryophyllenePepper, spice
  • pinenePine
  • humuleneWoody, hoppy
  • linaloolFloral, lavender

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Colombian Gold FAQ

How strong is Colombian Gold?
In 13 public lab tests, Colombian Gold flower had a median of 20.3% total THC; most samples were between 17.9% and 21.2%.
Is Colombian Gold an indica or a sativa?
Colombian Gold is generally classed as a sativa.
What does Colombian Gold smell like?
Its main terpene is limonene (citrus), and people describe the flavour as lime, spicy/herbal, skunk.