Chemdawg
Chemdawg
Also known as: Chemdog, Chem Dog, Chem Dawg
Overview
Chemdawg is an iconic and legendary cannabis strain that has achieved mythical status within the cannabis community. According to legend, this strain originated from a chance encounter at a Grateful Dead concert in 1991, where a breeder nicknamed 'Chemdog' obtained a bag of potent bud known as 'Dogbud' or 'Chemweed' from the Colorado/Oregon border, which contained 13 seeds that would change cannabis history. While its exact genetics remain speculative, many believe it has traces of landrace strains like Thai and Nepalese.
This hybrid strain typically presents as slightly indica-dominant with approximately 55% indica and 45% sativa genetics. Chemdawg is renowned for its mysterious origins, high THC levels, and pungent diesel-like aroma. The buds are typically dense and sticky with resin, absolutely reeking of that signature 'chem' fuel scent when broken apart. Perhaps most notably, Chemdawg has had massive influence on modern cannabis breeding, serving as the genetic foundation for legendary strains such as Sour Diesel and OG Kush.
Appearance-wise, the strain is pungent and sharp, with an aroma so distinct you can smell it from a mile away. It has a powerful spicy, plant-like taste and smell with a hint of diesel. True to its reputation, Chemdawg is powerfully potent with THC levels commonly ranging between 18% and 25%, with top-shelf phenotypes testing over 30% in some cases.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from stress
- May help with anxiety management
- Often used for pain relief
- Users report help with depression symptoms
- May assist with fatigue
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Chemdawg is notoriously difficult to grow, something only experienced and well-equipped veterans should attempt, however it yields way above average. Indoor flowering time is approximately 9 weeks, with expected yields of 28 ounces per square meter. Indoor growers can expect yields of about 500 to 800 grams per square meter under optimal conditions. When cultivated outdoors, plants usually reach maturity between early and mid-October. Indoor plants grow 4-5 feet tall, while outdoor plants can reach 7 feet with yields of 25-30 ounces per plant. The strain is known for its resilience and moderate growing difficulty, requiring proper attention to humidity and temperature for healthy harvest. Some phenotypes can take 10-12 weeks or longer to fully mature.
Genetics
Child Strains
- 303 OG
- 5G's Yellow F2
- Alchemy
- Alien Dawg
- Almighty-FO OG
- Atomic
- Auto Chemdawg
- Auto GMO Cookies
- Auto OG Medical Kush CBD
- Bad Dog
- Blue Chem
- Blue Chemdawg
- Blue Dawg
- Blueberry Chem
- Candy Fuel
- Chemdawg 91
- Cherry Grapefruit
- Cookie Dawg
- Ether
- GMO
- GMO Cookies
- Garlic Cookies
- High Octane OG
- Medellin
- Mega Wellness OG
- Moon Pie
- OG Chem
- Omega Dawg
- Purple Chemdawg
- Sunshine Lime
- Sunshine OG
- Super Snow Dog