Gold Star
Also known as: GoldStar, Golden Star
What is the Gold Star strain?
Gold Star is a sativa cannabis strain with up to 21.0% THC, known for its euphoric effects and earthy and floral flavor profile.
Gold Star is a sativa-dominant hybrid created by renowned breeder Bodhi Seeds through crossing two legendary strains: Sensi Star, a famous indica, and Malawi Gold, a potent African sativa. This genetic combination brings together the best of both worlds, resulting in a heavy-yielding cultivar with distinctive aromatic qualities. The strain exhibits small, round, dark olive green nugs with bright orange pistils and a thick, frosty coating of golden crystal trichomes that give it its namesake appearance.
The breeding philosophy behind Gold Star represents Bodhi Seeds' approach to combining old-school genetics with modern cultivation techniques. The strain showcases the sweet turpentine characteristics inherited from its Sensi Star parent while incorporating the vigorous growth patterns and energetic effects of its Malawi Gold lineage. Users report that Gold Star delivers incredible aromas of menthol, pine, and fresh flowers, with a complex flavor profile that includes fruity, spicy, earthy, sour, and piney notes. The strain is particularly valued for its fast-acting onset and long-lasting effects, making it suitable for daytime use when energy and creativity are desired.
What are the effects of Gold Star?
What are the medical benefits of Gold Star?
- Users report relief from fatigue
- May help with depression
- Often used for appetite loss
- Users report pain management benefits
- May help with mood swings
- Often used for chronic stress
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of Gold Star?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- 😰 Anxiety
- 😨 Paranoia
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible anxiety in high doses
- Potential paranoia with overconsumption
How do you grow Gold Star?
Gold Star is considered an average difficulty strain to cultivate and can be grown both indoors and outdoors. The strain has a flowering time of approximately 60-84 days (8-12 weeks), with indoor plants typically finishing around 60 days and outdoor plants requiring the full 84-day cycle. Gold Star is known as a heavy yielder, producing substantial harvests when grown under proper conditions. The plant exhibits mostly sativa characteristics in its growth pattern and is available only as regular (non-feminized) seeds from Bodhi Seeds. Growers should expect vigorous growth typical of sativa genetics and plan accordingly for space requirements.
How should you use Gold Star?
Gold Star is a sativa strain with 21.0% THC, which is moderate potency. As a sativa, it works well for daytime activities and creative sessions.
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. Moderate doses should provide a satisfying experience.
Start low and go slow. This is not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis.
What is the genetic lineage of Gold Star?
What are Gold Star's parent strains?
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Gold Star make you feel?
Gold Star is a sativa strain that primarily produces euphoric effects, followed by creative. Users report the dominant effect at 85% intensity. With 21.0% THC, this strain is moderately strong and suitable for regular consumers.
Is Gold Star good for medical use?
Gold Star has been reported by users for users report relief from fatigue, may help with depression, often used for appetite loss, users report pain management benefits, may help with mood swings, often used for chronic stress. As a sativa strain, it may be suitable for daytime use while managing symptoms.
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Are there side effects with Gold Star?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, anxiety, paranoia, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible anxiety in high doses, potential paranoia with overconsumption when using Gold Star. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does Gold Star taste and smell like?
Gold Star features a flavor profile of earthy, floral, fruity, mint, pine, sour, spicy. The dominant terpene is Myrcene, which contributes to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about Gold Star?
Gold Star is a sativa cannabis strain containing up to 21.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.