Mandarin Punch
Also known as: Purple Mandarin Punch
Mandarin Punch Strain Overview
Mandarin Punch is a complex polyhybrid cannabis strain created by Sensi Seeds as part of their 2021 Research Project, featuring genetics from four distinct parent strains: Maple Leaf Indica, White Widow, NYC Diesel, and California Indica. This strain presents a balanced 60% indica and 40% sativa genetic composition, reflecting the careful breeding that combines the best characteristics of its diverse lineage. Mandarin Punch emerged from the late-2010s wave of dessert strains that fused classic purple genetics with modern citrus cookie lines, with multiple North American breeders experimenting with similar combinations between 2018-2021.
The strain is notable for producing a pleasantly sweet orange citrus aroma when growing, which carries through to both the scent and flavor profile, making it ideal for discreet cultivation. Plants display clear indica dominance with a sturdy central stem and numerous leafy branches, producing big, dense buds that tend to gather around the central cola rather than on the branches. The yield is considered one of this strain's biggest selling points, with growers able to anticipate plentiful harvests regardless of whether plants are cultivated indoors or outdoors. In consumer markets, comparable Purple Punch x Mandarin crosses commonly test at 18-26% total THC, with many retail lots clustering around 20-24%, while CBD is usually trace (≤0.5%), though CBD can occasionally reach up to 0.8% in outlier phenotypes.
Mandarin Punch Strain Effects
Mandarin Punch Strain Positive Effects
- Users report relief from chronic stress
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for chronic pain management
- Users report mood elevation for depression
- May assist with muscle spasms
- Often used for nausea relief
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Mandarin Punch Strain Possible Negative Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Drowsiness during daytime use
- Possible couch-lock
- May cause anxiety in sensitive users at high doses
Mandarin Punch Strain Growing Information
Mandarin Punch has an average flowering time of between 7 to 10 weeks and reaches average height, making it ideal for growing both indoors and outdoors. For best results, it's recommended that Mandarin Punch be grown in continental or temperate climates. The plants respond well to cultivation techniques including SCROG (Screen of Green), SOG (Sea of Green), lollipopping and supercropping. Indoor cultivation can yield approximately 550 grams per square meter, while outdoor plants can exceed 800 grams dry weight each. The strain features hardy genetics with good resistance to mould, pests, and diseases, requiring minimal attention and making it suitable for novice growers. Plants typically reach 80-120cm in height and maintain a medium growth profile.
Mandarin Punch Strain Genetics
Mandarin Punch Strain Parent Strains
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Mandarin Punch make you feel?
Mandarin Punch is known to produce the following effects:
- Relaxed: 85%
- Sleepy: 80%
- Couch Lock: 75%
- Happy: 75%
- Euphoric: 70%
- Uplifted: 65%
What are the positive effects of Mandarin Punch?
Mandarin Punch has these reported positive effects:
- Users report relief from chronic stress
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for chronic pain management
- Users report mood elevation for depression
- May assist with muscle spasms
- Often used for nausea relief
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the negative effects of Mandarin Punch?
Possible negative effects include:
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Drowsiness during daytime use
- Possible couch-lock
- May cause anxiety in sensitive users at high doses
What does Mandarin Punch taste like?
Mandarin Punch has the following flavor profile:
- Citrus
- Fruity
- Mandarin
- Orange
- Sweet
- Tropical