Sadhu
Sadhu Strain Overview
Sadhu is an indica-dominant hybrid (70% indica/30% sativa) strain created by Mandala Seeds. The strain is a combination of a specially adapted landrace male from the Himalayan heights and one of Mandala's short flowering indica-sativa hybrids. Named as a homage to the legendary ganja from India's high altitude valleys and to the wandering ascetics, or sadhus, who keep the traditions of cannabis cultivation and ritual and recreational use alive. The word sadhu originates from Hinduism and describes an ascetic holy man - the stereotypical wise mountain hermits, living in caves, seeking wisdom, and through their spiritual practices, burning off karma.
Sadhu is Mandala's shortest indica, finishing at 2.5 to 3.5 feet with a robust and compact stature ideal for restricted spaces such as grow boxes, or incognito balcony grows. In 2006, through advanced breeding and stabilization, the flowering time and height of Sadhu was greatly improved without sacrificing any vigor. The buds are super sticky medium-sized cone-shaped neon green nugs with lots of leaves, sparse fiery orange hairs, and very few trichomes. These plants develop a fresh candy aroma, with some leaning toward a bubblegum scent, and as they dry, these beautifully rounded buds take on a sweet-fruity honeydew melon scent and flavor with just a bit of spice in the exhale.
Sadhu Strain Effects
Sadhu Strain Positive Effects
- Users report relief from mild to moderate depression
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for chronic stress and anxiety management
- Users report pain relief benefits
- May help with nightmares
- Some medical growers report antidepressant properties
- Has benefited cancer patients according to some reports
- Users report help with psychiatric symptoms
- May assist with anorexia and cachexia
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Sadhu Strain Possible Negative Effects
- Dry Mouth
- Fatigue
- Slight Anxiety
- Dry mouth
- Slight anxiety
- Fatigue
- Possible paranoia in high doses
Sadhu Strain Growing Information
This strain is a terrific choice for beginners, or anyone who desires a high yielding and potent indica that requires only basic plant care to thrive. Flowering time is approximately 63 days (9 weeks) indoors. THC levels range from 14-17% according to Mandala Seeds, with CBD at 0.15% and CBG at 0.6%. Outdoor cultivation works best up to 45 degrees North latitude or in climates with a dry autumn, usually finishing by mid-September in Southern latitudes. Some plants may be vulnerable to mold in high humidity due to the density of this strain, so keep humidity and watering to a minimum in the final weeks of flowering for best results. Sadhu thrives in all grow systems, including organic systems that use quality potting soil, and her controlled size makes her a good sea of green strain. Expected yield is 400-450 g/m² indoors.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Sadhu make you feel?
Sadhu is known to produce the following effects:
- Meditative: 90%
- Body Stone: 85%
- Relaxed: 85%
- Calm: 80%
- Euphoric: 75%
- Cerebral: 70%
- Creative: 70%
What are the positive effects of Sadhu?
Sadhu has these reported positive effects:
- Users report relief from mild to moderate depression
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for chronic stress and anxiety management
- Users report pain relief benefits
- May help with nightmares
- Some medical growers report antidepressant properties
- Has benefited cancer patients according to some reports
- Users report help with psychiatric symptoms
- May assist with anorexia and cachexia
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the negative effects of Sadhu?
Possible negative effects include:
- Dry Mouth
- Fatigue
- Slight Anxiety
- Dry mouth
- Slight anxiety
- Fatigue
- Possible paranoia in high doses
What does Sadhu taste like?
Sadhu has the following flavor profile:
- Earthy
- Fruity
- Hashy
- Honeydew Melon
- Pine
- Spicy
- Sweet