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10 Rarest Weed Strains On Earth Right Now
Just like the fruits and vegetables we eat, cannabis genetics have changed over time with selective breeding. Many strains native to Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia are now endangered thanks to conflict, genetic mixing, and hybridization. Further, many of the old school strains we enjoyed in the 60s through the 80s have long since disappeared. Replaced by modern, domestic cannabis with soaring THC levels, the cannabis scene has changed dramatically over the last 50 years. In hopes of sparking interest in some oldies but goodies, here are the 10 rarest weed strains on earth right now.
1. Oaxacan Highland
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Hailing from the Oaxacan region of Mexico, this strain was popular in the U.S. back in the 60s and 70s. A 12-foot tall sativa-dominant strain, it was known for its potent psychedelic effects and sweet and spicy aroma.
Unfortunately, this strain has pretty much disappeared from international markets due to both hybridization and rising levels of violence in the region. This means that it’s now quite endangered. Though, offshoots like Eldorado do contain some of the original highland genetics.
2. Angola Roja
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Angola Roja (Liamba) is an African landrace strain that too few get to enjoy. Angola Roja is a very old sativa with a history dating back prior to Portuguese occupation of the region, which began in 1575.
Once the Portuguese colonized Angola, Angolan cannabis was cultivated and exported to other parts of the world. In fact, there are some hypothesis that the red strains of Central and South America descended from Angola Roja. Now, however, cannabis is illegal in the region and little herb gets into or out of the country. Angola Roja is a slightly more popular variety
3. Lebanese
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Hashish from Lebanon is thought to be some of the finest in the world. But, great Lebanese indica strains are difficult to come by. Typically, Lebanese hashish comes in two varieties: yellow and red. The red variety is thought to be higher in non-psychoactive CBN and is made from more mature plants. Yellow is the rarer of the two. It is higher in THC, more psychoactive, and is made from younger plants.
Certain heritage seed companies like The Real Seed Company are attempting to preserve lineage from this region, but you’re unlikely to see Lebanese strains in your local dispensary.
4. Colombian Red
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Colombian Gold has been resurrected as a popular landrace, but what about Colombian Red? Back in the 1970s, this strain made a High Times list of the 40 best strains around. However, it’s since nearly disappeared from circulation.
Seed companies like Cannabiogen are trying to bring back this wild sativa by stabilizing its genetics. However, as a true landrace herb, it is a bit difficult to cultivate and is prone to hermaphroditism.
5. Roadkill Skunk
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Many of you pining for old school cannabis will remember Roadkill Skunk. Roadkill is thought to be one of the stinkiest, most pungent skunk strains out there. While this strain fell out of favor for a while, it’s making a comeback.
Roadkill is an indica-dominant hybrid that tends to produce a moderate to high THC content (12-18%). Though, don’t expect to find it from your typical access point. Though some argue that you can’t find any real Roadkill anymore, varieties like Reserva Privada RKS and Canada’s BC Roadkill pay homage to this classic strain.
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- Anna Wilcox
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- 15 August, 2016
- Cannabis
Just like the fruits and vegetables we eat, cannabis genetics have changed over time with selective breeding. Many strains native to Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia are now endangered thanks to conflict, genetic mixing, and hybridization. Further, many of the old school strains we enjoyed in the 60s through the 80s have long since disappeared. Replaced by modern, domestic cannabis with soaring THC levels, the cannabis scene has changed dramatically over the last 50 years. In hopes of sparking interest in some oldies but goodies, here are the 10 rarest weed strains on earth right now.
1. Oaxacan Highland
Photo credit
Hailing from the Oaxacan region of Mexico, this strain was popular in the U.S. back in the 60s and 70s. A 12-foot tall sativa-dominant strain, it was known for its potent psychedelic effects and sweet and spicy aroma.
Unfortunately, this strain has pretty much disappeared from international markets due to both hybridization and rising levels of violence in the region. This means that it’s now quite endangered. Though, offshoots like Eldorado do contain some of the original highland genetics.
2. Angola Roja
Photo credit
Angola Roja (Liamba) is an African landrace strain that too few get to enjoy. Angola Roja is a very old sativa with a history dating back prior to Portuguese occupation of the region, which began in 1575.
Once the Portuguese colonized Angola, Angolan cannabis was cultivated and exported to other parts of the world. In fact, there are some hypothesis that the red strains of Central and South America descended from Angola Roja. Now, however, cannabis is illegal in the region and little herb gets into or out of the country. Angola Roja is a slightly more popular variety
3. Lebanese
Photo credit
Hashish from Lebanon is thought to be some of the finest in the world. But, great Lebanese indica strains are difficult to come by. Typically, Lebanese hashish comes in two varieties: yellow and red. The red variety is thought to be higher in non-psychoactive CBN and is made from more mature plants. Yellow is the rarer of the two. It is higher in THC, more psychoactive, and is made from younger plants.
Certain heritage seed companies like The Real Seed Company are attempting to preserve lineage from this region, but you’re unlikely to see Lebanese strains in your local dispensary.
4. Colombian Red
Photo credit
Colombian Gold has been resurrected as a popular landrace, but what about Colombian Red? Back in the 1970s, this strain made a High Times list of the 40 best strains around. However, it’s since nearly disappeared from circulation.
Seed companies like Cannabiogen are trying to bring back this wild sativa by stabilizing its genetics. However, as a true landrace herb, it is a bit difficult to cultivate and is prone to hermaphroditism.
5. Roadkill Skunk
Photo credit
Many of you pining for old school cannabis will remember Roadkill Skunk. Roadkill is thought to be one of the stinkiest, most pungent skunk strains out there. While this strain fell out of favor for a while, it’s making a comeback.
Roadkill is an indica-dominant hybrid that tends to produce a moderate to high THC content (12-18%). Though, don’t expect to find it from your typical access point. Though some argue that you can’t find any real Roadkill anymore, varieties like Reserva Privada RKS and Canada’s BC Roadkill pay homage to this classic strain.
