Laughing Buddha strain illustration

Laughing Buddha

aka buddhaSativa
4(264)
Type
Sativa
THC
13.4%–16.2%
CBD
—
Main terpene
Myrcene
Parents
Thai × Jamaican

THC range is the middle half of 8 public lab tests of Laughing Buddha flower (2021–2021). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Laughing Buddha

A cross of Thai and Jamaican, Laughing Buddha is a sativa variety. You may also see it sold as buddha. The effects people mention most are feeling giggly, energetic and uplifted.

THC and potency

Public lab results give a good picture of its strength: 8 flower samples tested in 2021 came in at a median of 14.1% total THC (the middle half ranged from 13.4% to 16.2%). That is on the milder side for modern flower. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.

Aroma, flavour and terpenes

Its reported terpene profile is led by myrcene, with caryophyllene and limonene. Myrcene is known for earthy, musky notes with a ripe-fruit edge, while caryophyllene adds black pepper and warm spice. Consumers most often describe the flavour as spicy/herbal, sage and tea.

Reported effects

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

Genetics

Parents: Thai and Jamaican.

Laughing Buddha terpenes

Relative strength as reported by consumers.

  • myrceneEarthy, musky
  • caryophyllenePepper, spice
  • limoneneCitrus
  • humuleneWoody, hoppy
  • linaloolFloral, lavender
  • terpinoleneFresh, herbal

Laughing Buddha effects

gigglyenergeticupliftedtalkativehappycreativeeuphoricfocused

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Laughing Buddha FAQ

How strong is Laughing Buddha?
In 8 public lab tests, Laughing Buddha flower had a median of 14.1% total THC; most samples were between 13.4% and 16.2%.
Is Laughing Buddha an indica or a sativa?
Laughing Buddha is generally classed as a sativa.
What strains make Laughing Buddha?
Laughing Buddha is a cross of Thai and Jamaican.
What does Laughing Buddha smell like?
Its main terpene is myrcene (earthy, musky), and people describe the flavour as spicy/herbal, sage, tea.