Amnesia Haze vs Durban Poison: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Amnesia Haze (Sativa) and Durban Poison (Sativa) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 20-25% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Euphoric, Energetic, Creative
Hard to grow
THC: 15-20% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Energetic, Uplifted, Creative
Easy to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Amnesia Haze | Durban Poison |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sativa | Sativa |
| THC Range | 20-25% | 15-20% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.2% | 0.1-0.2% |
| Effects | Euphoric, Energetic, Creative, Happy, Focused | Energetic, Uplifted, Creative, Focused, Happy |
| Flavors | Citrus, Lemon, Earthy, Sweet, Haze | Sweet, Earthy, Pine, Anise, Citrus |
| Terpenes | Myrcene, Limonene, Linalool | Terpinolene, Myrcene, Ocimene |
| Medical Uses | Depression, Stress, Fatigue, Pain, ADHD | Depression, Fatigue, Stress, Pain, ADHD |
| Grow Difficulty | Hard | Easy |
| Flowering Time | 10-12 weeks | 8-9 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 500-600g/m² | 350-450g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 600-800g/plant | 450-600g/plant |
| Height | Tall (5+ ft) | Tall (5+ ft) |
| Genetics | Jamaican Sativa x Laotian Sativa x Afghan Hawaiian | South African landrace sativa |
| Breeder | Soma Seeds | Ed Rosenthal (brought to US), refined by various |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Amnesia Haze
Unique to Durban Poison
Growing Comparison
Amnesia Haze
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Flowering
- 10-12 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 500-600g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 600-800g/plant
- Height
- Tall (5+ ft)
Durban Poison
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 8-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 350-450g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 450-600g/plant
- Height
- Tall (5+ ft)
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Which Should You Choose?
If you are looking for higher potency, Amnesia Haze edges ahead with THC levels up to 25% compared to Durban Poison's 20%. Beginner growers should lean toward Durban Poison, which is easy to cultivate, versus the hard difficulty of Amnesia Haze. Both strains can help with depression, stress, fatigue, so either is a solid choice if those are your primary concerns. Ultimately, the best strain depends on your personal preferences, tolerance, and intended use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Amnesia Haze or Durban Poison stronger?▾
Amnesia Haze has a THC range of 20-25%, while Durban Poison ranges from 15-20% THC. Amnesia Haze is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Amnesia Haze or Durban Poison?▾
Amnesia Haze is rated hard to grow, while Durban Poison is rated easy. Durban Poison is the easier option for cultivators. Amnesia Haze flowers in 10-12 weeks and Durban Poison in 8-9 weeks.
What are the main differences between Amnesia Haze and Durban Poison?▾
Amnesia Haze is a sativa strain while Durban Poison is a sativa. Amnesia Haze is known for euphoric, energetic, creative effects with citrus and lemon flavors. Durban Poison offers energetic, uplifted, creative effects with sweet and earthy flavors.
Can Amnesia Haze and Durban Poison be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Amnesia Haze is used for depression, stress, fatigue, pain, adhd, while Durban Poison is used for depression, fatigue, stress, pain, adhd. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Amnesia Haze or Durban Poison?▾
Indoors, Amnesia Haze yields approximately 500-600g/m² while Durban Poison yields 350-450g/m². Outdoors, Amnesia Haze produces around 600-800g/plant and Durban Poison around 450-600g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.