The Purps
Also known as: Mendocino Purps, Mendo Purps, Purple Mendocino, Purps
What is the The Purps strain?
The Purps is a hybrid cannabis strain with up to 33.0% THC, known for its relaxed effects and berry and coffee flavor profile.
The Purps, also known as Mendocino Purps or Mendo Purps, originates from Mendocino County in Northern California, winning one of the Top Ten slots in High Times' Strains of the Year in 2007. It is the inbred descendant of an original indica landrace and an unknown sativa, with unknown parentage due to a high level of breeder secrecy regarding its genetics. Originally available only as a clone-only plant, BC Bud Depot developed a stable cross to make The Purps seeds commercially available, and their work paid off as it won Strain of the Year for High Times in 2007.
The strain is visually striking with deep green coloration that features spots of deep purple with red hairs, covered in trichomes that create a frosty appearance. Its bulky, heavy, and resinous flowers are extremely eye-catching. The plant turns purple from the inside out naturally, with no need to chill it at the end to achieve the purple buds. The strain is slightly indica-dominant (60% indica/40% sativa), though some sources report it as sativa-dominant, indicating a balanced hybrid nature. Many consider it a foundational purple strain, with one reviewer noting "This is it. The one that started the grape in cannabis. It is a masterpiece of classic history. All the Purple that we now know all started here."
What are the effects of The Purps?
What are the medical benefits of The Purps?
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia
- Often used for anxiety management
- Users report benefits for depression
- May help with PTSD symptoms
- Often used for stress relief
- Users report appetite stimulation
- May help with mood disorders
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of The Purps?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- 💫 Dizziness
- 🤕 Headache
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible dizziness in high doses
- Potential headaches
- May cause anxiety in novice users at high doses
- Possible paranoia when higher doses are consumed
How do you grow The Purps?
The Purps grows well both indoors and outdoors, reaching 3-4 feet at harvest indoors and 6-8 feet outdoors, with a flowering time of 8-9 weeks (56-72 days). This strain is not ideal for novice growers as it requires stress training and trimming to maximize yield. Purps plants require strong support because the leaves and buds are so heavy that the branches can break, and the Sea of Green method comes highly recommended. It presents a moderate growing challenge suitable for growers with some experience, thriving in sunny and warm climates with manageable growing characteristics for both indoor and outdoor cultivation.
How should you use The Purps?
The Purps is a hybrid strain with 33.0% THC, which is considered high potency. As a hybrid, it offers versatility for both daytime and evening 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. At 33.0% THC, even experienced users should respect this strain's potency.
Start low and go slow. This is not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does The Purps make you feel?
The Purps is a hybrid strain that primarily produces relaxed effects, followed by body high. Users report the dominant effect at 85% intensity. With 33.0% THC, this strain is considered potent and best suited for experienced users.
Is The Purps good for medical use?
The Purps has been reported by users for users report relief from chronic pain, may help with insomnia, often used for anxiety management, users report benefits for depression, may help with ptsd symptoms, often used for stress relief, users report appetite stimulation, may help with mood disorders. As a hybrid, it offers a balanced profile that may work throughout the day.
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Are there side effects with The Purps?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible dizziness in high doses, potential headaches, may cause anxiety in novice users at high doses, possible paranoia when higher doses are consumed when using The Purps. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does The Purps taste and smell like?
The Purps features a flavor profile of berry, coffee, earthy, grape, nutty, pine, sweet. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene and Caryophyllene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
What do users say about The Purps?
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What does the research say about The Purps?
The Purps is a hybrid cannabis strain containing up to 33.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene and Caryophyllene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.
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