East Coast Sour Diesel
East Coast Sour Diesel
Also known as: ECSD, East Coast Sour D, Sour Diesel
Overview
East Coast Sour Diesel (ECSD) is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that emerged as a distinctive phenotype of the legendary Sour Diesel line. The strain is believed to have originated from a cross between Chemdawg 91, Super Skunk, and Northern Lights, though some sources suggest it gained prominence in New York in the mid-90s when breeder AJ (short for A**hole Joe) accidentally pollinated a Chemdog 91 female with pollen from a Super Skunk he acquired during a trip to Amsterdam. ECSD represents a distinctive phenotype of Sour Diesel bred by breeding choice Sour Diesel plants together, enhanced to deliver the quintessential characteristics of its parent strain. The strain has become a legitimate contender to be one of the greatest sativas ever, earning recognition for its potent effects and distinctive aromatic profile.
Physically, ECSD expresses large and well-formed flowers that maintain a conical shape, tapering down from a broad base into a pointed tip, with the dense internal structure mostly associated with indicas. The buds are pine green with light brown pistils and are covered in fine crystal trichomes, creating a visually striking appearance. East Coast Sour Diesel is a specific sativa-dominant hybrid strain known for its potent effects and its distinct sour, fuel-like aroma, with a reputation for providing a cerebral and euphoric high. The strain's name reflects its geographic origins and its characteristic diesel-like fragrance, which has become its signature identifier in cannabis culture.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with depression and anxiety
- Often used for stress management
- Users report increased appetite
- May help with nausea
- Often used for inflammation and arthritis
- Users report benefits for ADHD/ADD
- May help with PTSD symptoms
- Users report migraine relief
- Often used for muscle spasms
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
ECSD is great for new growers as it is easy to plant, has a flowering period of about 75-80 days and yields well. Dr. Greenthumb ECSD typically flowers between 75 and 85 days, though it could probably go longer with some white hairs still present at day 80. The strain demands a moderate level of cultivation experience, thriving in both indoor and outdoor environments, reaching an average height of 60 inches, with a flowering time of 55-63 days and yielding 1-2 oz/ft² indoors and 10-15 oz per plant outdoors. Plants can get quite tall outdoors, often reaching more than 200cm if left untrained, though growers can keep plants at manageable heights between 70-90cm indoors or 120-240cm outside, with flowering taking about 9-10 weeks indoors while outdoor harvest time is in mid-October. An expert hand can yield a satisfying 450g/m² in controlled environments, while plants raised under the warmth of the sun can produce over 1kg each. Known for very potent results, superb taste, heavy yield, and little trimming required.