The Black
The Black
Also known as: Black, Black Weed
What is the The Black strain?
The Black is a indica cannabis strain with up to 22.0% THC, known for its relaxed effects and berry and earthy flavor profile.
The Black is a legendary indica-dominant strain (90% indica) bred by BC Bud Depot, with origins dating back to the late 1980s in California and Vancouver Island, Canada. According to its secretive backstory, The Black was created using a treasured original Tha Purps clone crossed with genetics from a purple Hawaiian landrace strain, which contributed its distinctive dark purple color and grape/mixed berry flavor profile. More specifically, The Black was created by The Doctor, one of the founding breeders of Deep Ellum Seeds, from a cross of Afghan, Vietnamese, and Mexican landraces handed down to him by his father. In 2008, High Times named The Black one of its Top 10 Strains of The Year. The strain is renowned for its striking visual appearance, featuring medium-sized dense grape-shaped insanely dark purple nugs with black leaves, purple hairs, and a frosty thick coating of purple crystal trichomes. As her name implies, The Black is loaded with anthocyanins that give it a deep purple, almost jet-black appearance.
What are the effects of The Black?
What are the medical benefits of The Black?
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia
- Often used for muscle spasms
- May assist with PTSD symptoms
- Users report benefits for stress relief
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of The Black?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- 😰 Anxiety
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible anxiety in sensitive users
How do you grow The Black?
The Black reaches maturity between 8 to 10 weeks of flowering, with frosty leaves turning from dark purple to black during the flowering stage. As characteristic of many indicas, this strain is optimally used for pain relief and as a sleeping aid. The strain is suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, though specific yield information varies by grower. The Black was named after its unique growing characteristics: frosty leaves turn from a dark purple to black during flowering. Growers should expect a bushy, indica-dominant plant structure typical of its Afghan heritage.
How should you use The Black?
The Black is a indica strain with 22.0% THC, which is moderate potency. As an indica, it is best suited for evening or nighttime use.
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 The Black?
What are The Black's parent strains?
What strains were bred from The Black? (7)
Frequently Asked Questions
How does The Black make you feel?
The Black is a indica strain that primarily produces relaxed effects, followed by sleepy. Users report the dominant effect at 90% intensity. With 22.0% THC, this strain is moderately strong and suitable for regular consumers.
Is The Black good for medical use?
The Black has been reported by users for users report relief from chronic pain, may help with insomnia, often used for muscle spasms, may assist with ptsd symptoms, users report benefits for stress relief. As an indica strain, it may be particularly suited for evening or nighttime use.
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Are there side effects with The Black?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, anxiety, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible anxiety in sensitive users when using The Black. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does The Black taste and smell like?
The Black features a flavor profile of berry, earthy, grape, spicy, woody. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene and Caryophyllene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about The Black?
The Black is a indica cannabis strain containing up to 22.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene and Caryophyllene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.
Cannabinoid Information
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