Amnesia Haze vs Jack Herer: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Amnesia Haze (Sativa) and Jack Herer (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: 18-24% | CBD: 0.1-0.3%
Energetic, Creative, Focused
Moderate to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Amnesia Haze | Jack Herer |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sativa | Sativa |
| THC Range | 20-25% | 18-24% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.2% | 0.1-0.3% |
| Effects | Euphoric, Energetic, Creative, Happy, Focused | Energetic, Creative, Focused, Euphoric, Happy |
| Flavors | Citrus, Lemon, Earthy, Sweet, Haze | Pine, Earthy, Woody, Spicy, Citrus |
| Terpenes | Myrcene, Limonene, Linalool | Terpinolene, Myrcene, Pinene |
| Medical Uses | Depression, Stress, Fatigue, Pain, ADHD | Depression, Fatigue, Stress, Pain, Lack of Focus |
| Grow Difficulty | Hard | Moderate |
| Flowering Time | 10-12 weeks | 8-10 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 500-600g/m² | 400-500g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 600-800g/plant | 500-600g/plant |
| Height | Tall (5+ ft) | Tall (5+ ft) |
| Genetics | Jamaican Sativa x Laotian Sativa x Afghan Hawaiian | Haze x Northern Lights #5 x Shiva Skunk |
| Breeder | Soma Seeds | Sensi Seeds |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Amnesia Haze
Unique to Jack Herer
Growing Comparison
Amnesia Haze
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Flowering
- 10-12 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 500-600g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 600-800g/plant
- Height
- Tall (5+ ft)
Jack Herer
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Flowering
- 8-10 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 400-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 500-600g/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 Jack Herer's 24%. Beginner growers should lean toward Jack Herer, which is moderate 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 Jack Herer stronger?▾
Amnesia Haze has a THC range of 20-25%, while Jack Herer ranges from 18-24% THC. Amnesia Haze is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Amnesia Haze or Jack Herer?▾
Amnesia Haze is rated hard to grow, while Jack Herer is rated moderate. Jack Herer is the easier option for cultivators. Amnesia Haze flowers in 10-12 weeks and Jack Herer in 8-10 weeks.
What are the main differences between Amnesia Haze and Jack Herer?▾
Amnesia Haze is a sativa strain while Jack Herer is a sativa. Amnesia Haze is known for euphoric, energetic, creative effects with citrus and lemon flavors. Jack Herer offers energetic, creative, focused effects with pine and earthy flavors.
Can Amnesia Haze and Jack Herer be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Amnesia Haze is used for depression, stress, fatigue, pain, adhd, while Jack Herer is used for depression, fatigue, stress, pain, lack of focus. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Amnesia Haze or Jack Herer?▾
Indoors, Amnesia Haze yields approximately 500-600g/m² while Jack Herer yields 400-500g/m². Outdoors, Amnesia Haze produces around 600-800g/plant and Jack Herer around 500-600g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.