AutoDurban Poison
AutoDurban Poison
Also known as: Auto Durban Poison
Overview
AutoDurban Poison is an autoflowering sativa-dominant strain created by crossing the legendary Durban Poison landrace with ruderalis genetics to create an automatic flowering version. Developed by Dutch Passion, this strain maintains the signature characteristics of its photoperiod parent while offering the convenience of autoflowering genetics. The original Durban Poison traces its roots to South Africa's port city of Durban, where it was cultivated as a pure sativa landrace before being brought to Amsterdam in the 1970s by cannabis pioneers like Ed Rosenthal and Mel Frank.
AutoDurban Poison exhibits the classic sativa structure with tall, vigorous growth despite being an autoflower. Plants typically reach heights of 80-100cm and feature dense, light green buds covered in a thick coating of milky white trichomes. The strain maintains the extended vegetative phase characteristic compared to other autoflowers, allowing for greater height development before flowering begins. The buds display the signature Durban aroma with sweet, earthy, and spicy notes reminiscent of licorice, pine, and citrus undertones.
This variety completes its full life cycle from seed to harvest in just 10-11 weeks, making it exceptionally fast for a sativa-dominant strain. Indoor yields average 75-100g per plant, while outdoor cultivation can produce 100-400g per plant under optimal conditions. The strain has gained recognition for its resilience, ease of cultivation, and ability to perform well in various growing environments, making it suitable for both novice and experienced cultivators.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from stress
- May help with depression
- Often used for fatigue management
- May enhance focus and concentration
- Users report mood elevation
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
AutoDurban Poison is considered easy to moderate difficulty to grow, making it suitable for beginners. The strain completes its full cycle in 10-11 weeks from germination to harvest. Indoor flowering time is approximately 8-9 weeks with yields of 75-100g per plant or 400-500g per square meter. Outdoor cultivation can produce 100-400g per plant with harvest typically in mid-October. Plants prefer semi-humid environments with temperatures between 72-80°F (22-27°C). The strain grows taller than typical autoflowers due to its extended vegetative phase, reaching 80-100cm in height. It performs well both indoors and outdoors, with good resistance to pests and diseases. Training techniques like LST can be beneficial but should be implemented early in the vegetative stage.