Power Plant
Power Plant
Also known as: African Power Plant, PP, Powerplant
What is the Power Plant strain?
Power Plant is a sativa cannabis strain with up to 20.0% THC, known for its uplifted effects and earthy and pungent flavor profile.
Power Plant is a legendary sativa-dominant cannabis strain that emerged from South African landrace genetics in the 1990s. Originally developed by Dutch Passion Seeds and released in 1997, this strain has become one of the most recognizable and widely cultivated varieties in the cannabis community. The genetics are believed to derive from South African sativa landraces, with some sources suggesting possible connections to strains like Durban Poison, though the exact lineage remains somewhat mysterious. Power Plant represents a stable, inbred strain that has been backcrossed for consistency but never hybridized, maintaining its pure genetic integrity.
This award-winning cultivar is characterized by its impressive visual appeal, featuring vibrant mint green buds with large, dense colas that can reach 12-20 inches in length. The flowers display vivid orange pistils and are generously coated with frosty trichomes, creating a striking appearance. The plant exhibits classic sativa morphology with tall, slender growth patterns and thin fan leaves. Power Plant has earned numerous accolades including first place wins at the HighLife Cup in 2008 and 2009, and multiple awards at the 2016 Lift Expo Canada Vancouver, cementing its status as a premium cannabis variety. The strain is renowned for its exceptional yield potential, often producing 500-600 grams per square meter indoors, making it highly sought after by both commercial and home growers.
What are the effects of Power Plant?
What are the medical benefits of Power Plant?
- Users report relief from anxiety and depression
- May help with fatigue and ADHD symptoms
- Often used for stress management
- Users report pain relief benefits
- May assist with lack of appetite
- Reported to help with inflammation
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of Power Plant?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- 😰 Anxiety
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible anxiety in high doses
- Potential paranoia with excessive use
- Possible dizziness
- May cause headaches in some users
How do you grow Power Plant?
Power Plant is considered an excellent strain for both beginner and experienced growers, offering exceptional versatility and resilience. The plant thrives in various growing conditions including indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse environments. Flowering time is notably fast for a sativa at 7-9 weeks (56-63 days), with outdoor harvest typically occurring in mid to late October. The strain exhibits vigorous growth during both vegetative and flowering phases, with significant stretching of 200-300% during flower. Indoor yields range from 500-600 grams per square meter, while outdoor plants can produce several pounds per plant under optimal conditions. Power Plant is highly tolerant of temperature and humidity fluctuations, making it forgiving for novice growers. The plant responds well to various training techniques including SCROG, SOG, supercropping, and LST methods. Height reaches 100-150cm indoors and can exceed 1.5 meters outdoors.
How should you use Power Plant?
Power Plant is a sativa strain with 20.0% 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 Power Plant?
What strains were bred from Power Plant? (58)
- American Pie
- Amur Giant Auto
- Aroma
- Auto American Pie
- Auto Perfect Power Plant
- Auto Pipi
- Auto Pounder
- Auto Power
- Auto Power Plant
- BCN Power Plant Autoflower
- Blueberry x Power Plant
- Blues Power
- Bubblegum XL
- Chemmy Powers
- Cotton Candy Bud
- Cotton Candy Kush Early Version
- Ghost Train Power
- Green Bud
- Grey Mist
- Havarra Wedding
- Incredible Power
- Magic Power
- Medizin Power
- Mega Power Plant
- New York Power Diesel
- Perfect Power Plant
- Pipi
- Power Africa FAST
- Power Automatic
- Power Ball Auto
- Power Cookies
- Power Diesel
- Power Flower
- Power Full Auto
- Power Glue
- Power Haze XL
- Power OG
- Power Plant Automatic
- Power Plant Cosmos
- Power Plant X
- Power Skunk
- Power Star
- Power Surge Automatic
- Power Widow
- Power Ztone
- Pure Power Queen
- Purple Paralysis
- Sacra Frasca
- Sherbert Power
- Solar Panel Autoflower
- Sour PowerPlant
- Sour Smurf
- Super Powerplant
- Supernova Auto
- Taiga
- Taiga #2
- Think Fast
- Ultra Power Plant
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Power Plant make you feel?
Power Plant is a sativa strain that primarily produces uplifted effects, followed by energetic. Users report the dominant effect at 85% intensity. With 20.0% THC, this strain is moderately strong and suitable for regular consumers.
Is Power Plant good for medical use?
Power Plant has been reported by users for users report relief from anxiety and depression, may help with fatigue and adhd symptoms, often used for stress management, users report pain relief benefits, may assist with lack of appetite, reported to help with inflammation. 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 Power Plant?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, anxiety, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible anxiety in high doses, potential paranoia with excessive use, possible dizziness, may cause headaches in some users when using Power Plant. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does Power Plant taste and smell like?
Power Plant features a flavor profile of earthy, pungent, sandalwood, spicy, sweet, woody. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene and Pinene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about Power Plant?
Power Plant is a sativa cannabis strain containing up to 20.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene and Pinene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.