Jamaican
SativaAbout Jamaican
Jamaican is a sativa-leaning strain. People who try it most often describe feeling creative, giggly and happy.
THC and potency
Jamaican is typically reported at around 10% THC. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the THC and CBD on the product label.
Aroma, flavour and terpenes
Its reported terpene profile is led by pinene, with myrcene and terpinolene. Pinene is known for sharp, fresh pine, while myrcene adds earthy, musky notes with a ripe-fruit edge. Consumers most often describe the flavour as earthy, coffee and spicy/herbal.
Reported effects
Beyond feeling creative, reviewers also mention feeling uplifted and energetic. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with depression, lack of appetite and stress. The side effects mentioned most are dizziness, dry eyes and dry mouth. These are personal reports, not medical advice.
Genetics
Jamaican is also a parent of Laughing Buddha.
Jamaican terpenes
Relative strength as reported by consumers.
- pinenePine
- myrceneEarthy, musky
- terpinoleneFresh, herbal
- ocimeneSweet, herbal
- caryophyllenePepper, spice
- humuleneWoody, hoppy
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Jamaican FAQ
- How strong is Jamaican?
- Jamaican is usually reported at around 10% THC. Check the label, since potency varies by batch.
- Is Jamaican an indica or a sativa?
- Jamaican is generally classed as a sativa.
- What does Jamaican smell like?
- Its main terpene is pinene (pine), and people describe the flavour as earthy, coffee, spicy/herbal.