Orange Velvet Underground
Orange Velvet Underground
Also known as: OVU, Orange Velvet Underground RBX
Overview
Orange Velvet Underground is a rare evenly balanced hybrid strain (50% indica/50% sativa) created through a masterful three-way cross between Sour Tangie, Mandarin Sunset, and an elite Orange Velvet clone-only strain. Developed by Colorado-based Ethos Genetics, this cultivar was named in honor of the famous rock band The Velvet Underground and represents a pinnacle of citrus-forward cannabis breeding. The strain is notable for its exceptional bag appeal, featuring oversized, dense buds with dark olive green coloration highlighted by striking blue and purple undertones, thick orange pistils, and a generous coating of purple and blue-tinted white crystal trichomes.
Orange Velvet Underground is distinguished by its unique ability to develop vibrant colors, particularly displaying dark purple hues that can shift to almost blue in cooler temperatures during the final flowering stages. The strain produces baseball-sized nugs with impressive resin production and a complex terpene profile dominated by spicy orange aromas. Its appearance is further enhanced by abundant lateral branching that forms clusters resembling baseball bats. The cultivation characteristics make it accessible to both novice and experienced growers, with vigorous growth patterns and manageable cultivation requirements.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic stress
- May help with anxiety and depression
- Often used for PTSD symptoms
- Users report benefits for chronic pain management
- May provide mood enhancement
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Orange Velvet Underground is considered moderately easy to cultivate, making it accessible to novice gardeners while remaining rewarding for experienced growers. The strain has a flowering period of 8-9 weeks (56-63 days) indoors, with outdoor harvests ready in early October. Indoor yields typically range from 1-2 oz/ft², while outdoor plants can produce 15-20 oz per plant under optimal conditions. The plant reaches heights of 30-60 inches both indoors and outdoors. Growers should maintain stable humidity levels, provide adequate support for heavy branches due to large bud formation, and can enhance the strain's distinctive purple and blue coloration by exposing plants to cooler temperatures during late flowering. The strain develops abundant lateral branching and requires proper staking to support the weight of its baseball-sized buds.