Malana
Also known as: Malana Cream, Parvati, Malana Cream Landrace
What is the Malana strain?
Malana is a sativa cannabis strain with up to 25.0% THC, known for its euphoric effects and earthy and floral flavor profile.
Malana is an ancient landrace cannabis strain originating from the remote village of Malana in the Parvati Valley of Himachal Pradesh, India, situated at heights between 2,500-3,000 meters in the Himalayas. This strain is the source of the world-famous 'Malana Cream' charas, a hand-rubbed hashish that has won the High Times Cannabis Cup twice (1994 and 1996) and commands premium prices globally. The strain has been cultivated for centuries by the isolated Malana villagers using traditional methods passed down through generations, originally for producing charas through hand-rubbing fresh cannabis plants.
Malana plants are characterized by their impressive stature, reaching heights of up to 6 meters outdoors, with long internodes, loose resinous buds, and vigorous growth patterns. The strain exhibits exceptional resin production, with flowering tips that 'virtually drip with resin' in later flowering stages. Aromas are complex and distinctive, featuring floral and fruity notes reminiscent of overripe fruit, mango, and malt, sometimes with scents similar to traditional Indian milk confectionery. The strain is well-adapted to harsh mountain conditions, displaying natural resistance to wind, rain, and cold climates. Due to modern hybrid introductions since the 1970s-80s, pure Malana genetics are increasingly rare, with collectors advised that absolute purity cannot be guaranteed.
What are the effects of Malana?
What are the medical benefits of Malana?
- Users report relief from chronic fatigue
- May help with depression
- Often used for stress management
- Users report relief from migraines
- May help with nausea and vomiting
- Users report benefits for pain management
- May help with anorexia and cachexia
- Often used for spasticity and movement disorders
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of Malana?
- 😰 Anxiety
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Potential for overwhelming psychedelic effects in large doses
- May cause anxiety in sensitive users
How do you grow Malana?
Malana is a vigorous landrace strain best suited for outdoor cultivation or greenhouse growing. Plants can reach impressive heights of 3-6 meters outdoors and require a full growing season, harvesting from late September through October. Flowering time is approximately 9 weeks indoors. The strain is hardy and well-adapted to northern latitudes, showing excellent resistance to mold, mildew, wind, and rain. Yields are typically low to moderate as the strain is cultivated primarily for resin production rather than bulk flower. Growth characteristics include long internodes, loose bud structure, and exceptional resin production. Seeds can be challenging to germinate and require experienced growers. The strain prefers outdoor mountain conditions similar to its native Himalayan environment. Plants exhibit fast initial growth but may slow if topped or stressed.
How should you use Malana?
Malana is a sativa strain with 25.0% THC, which is considered high 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. 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 Malana?
What strains were bred from Malana? (6)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Malana make you feel?
Malana is a sativa strain that primarily produces euphoric effects, followed by long lasting. Users report the dominant effect at 85% intensity. With 25.0% THC, this strain is considered potent and best suited for experienced users.
Is Malana good for medical use?
Malana has been reported by users for users report relief from chronic fatigue, may help with depression, often used for stress management, users report relief from migraines, may help with nausea and vomiting, users report benefits for pain management, may help with anorexia and cachexia, often used for spasticity and movement disorders. 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 Malana?
Some users have reported anxiety, dry mouth, dry eyes, dry mouth, dry eyes, potential for overwhelming psychedelic effects in large doses, may cause anxiety in sensitive users when using Malana. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does Malana taste and smell like?
Malana features a flavor profile of earthy, floral, fruity, hops, mango, pine, spicy. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene and Limonene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about Malana?
Malana is a sativa cannabis strain containing up to 25.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene and Limonene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.