Auto Widow
Auto Widow
Also known as: White Widow Auto, White Widow Autoflower, Auto White Widow
What is the Auto Widow strain?
Auto Widow is a hybrid cannabis strain with up to 25.0% THC, known for its uplifted effects and citrus and earthy flavor profile.
Auto Widow is an autoflowering version of the legendary White Widow strain, created by crossing the original White Widow with Ruderalis genetics to enable automatic flowering capabilities. Auto Widow is the result of crossing the original White Widow with a Ruderalis cannabis variety, which gives it the autoflowering ability. The original White Widow gained international fame in the 1990s as a cross between a Brazilian sativa male and an Indian mother, and this autoflowering variant maintains those genetic characteristics while offering faster growth cycles and increased cultivation convenience.
Auto Widow presents as a balanced blend of Indica and Sativa genetics, typically expressing a 45-55% Indica to Sativa ratio depending on the specific breeder's phenotype. It typically produces compact plants with dense buds covered in trichomes, making it an ideal choice for both indoor and outdoor cultivation. The strain is renowned for its distinctive white, crystal-covered appearance that gives it the "Widow" name, with a thick layer of white trichomes that coat the buds during peak flowering. Auto Widow has become one of the most commercially successful autoflowering strains due to its genetic stability, reliable performance, and ability to complete its entire lifecycle in 8-10 weeks from seed to harvest.
What are the effects of Auto Widow?
What are the medical benefits of Auto Widow?
- Users report relief from stress
- May help with anxiety symptoms
- Often used for pain management
- May assist with insomnia
- Users report mood elevation
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of Auto Widow?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- 😰 Anxiety
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible mild anxiety in sensitive users
- Potential dizziness with higher doses
How do you grow Auto Widow?
Auto Widow is considered an easy-to-grow strain suitable for beginners and experienced cultivators alike. It completes its full lifecycle in 8-10 weeks from seed to harvest, with no need for light cycle changes due to its autoflowering genetics. Plants typically reach heights of 50-110cm (20-43 inches) and perform well in both indoor and outdoor environments. Indoor yields can reach 400-500g/m² while outdoor plants may produce 50-200g per plant. The strain is notably resilient, withstanding various growing conditions including cooler climates, though warmer temperatures optimize yields. It thrives in temperatures between 64-79°F (18-26°C) with moderate humidity that should be reduced in later flowering stages to prevent mold. The strain is well-suited for SOG (Sea of Green) and SCROG (Screen of Green) techniques and responds well to low-stress training methods.
How should you use Auto Widow?
Auto Widow is a hybrid strain with 25.0% THC, which is considered high potency. As a hybrid, it offers versatility for both daytime and evening use.
Beginners
Start with 1-2 small inhalations or 2.5-5mg if using edibles. Wait 15 minutes before taking more. This strain is potent — start very low.
Regular Users
A standard session of 3-5 inhalations or 5-15mg edible dose. Effects typically onset within 5-15 minutes when inhaled, 30-90 minutes for edibles.
Experienced Users
Adjust to personal tolerance. At 25.0% THC, even experienced users should respect this strain's potency.
Start low and go slow. This is not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis.
What is the genetic lineage of Auto Widow?
What are Auto Widow's parent strains?
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Auto Widow make you feel?
Auto Widow is a hybrid strain that primarily produces uplifted effects, followed by euphoric. Users report the dominant effect at 80% intensity. With 25.0% THC, this strain is considered potent and best suited for experienced users.
Is Auto Widow good for medical use?
Auto Widow has been reported by users for users report relief from stress, may help with anxiety symptoms, often used for pain management, may assist with insomnia, users report mood elevation. As a hybrid, it offers a balanced profile that may work throughout the day.
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Are there side effects with Auto Widow?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, anxiety, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible mild anxiety in sensitive users, potential dizziness with higher doses when using Auto Widow. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does Auto Widow taste and smell like?
Auto Widow features a flavor profile of citrus, earthy, herbal, pine, spicy, sweet, woody. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene and Caryophyllene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about Auto Widow?
Auto Widow is a hybrid cannabis strain containing up to 25.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene and Caryophyllene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.
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