Amnesia Haze vs Northern Lights: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Amnesia Haze (Sativa) and Northern Lights (Indica) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 20-25% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Euphoric, Energetic, Creative
Hard to grow
THC: 16-21% | CBD: 0.1-0.3%
Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy
Easy to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Amnesia Haze | Northern Lights |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sativa | Indica |
| THC Range | 20-25% | 16-21% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.2% | 0.1-0.3% |
| Effects | Euphoric, Energetic, Creative, Happy, Focused | Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy, Euphoric, Hungry |
| Flavors | Citrus, Lemon, Earthy, Sweet, Haze | Earthy, Pine, Sweet, Spicy |
| Terpenes | Myrcene, Limonene, Linalool | Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene |
| Medical Uses | Depression, Stress, Fatigue, Pain, ADHD | Insomnia, Pain, Stress, Anxiety, Appetite Loss |
| Grow Difficulty | Hard | Easy |
| Flowering Time | 10-12 weeks | 7-9 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 500-600g/m² | 450-550g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 600-800g/plant | 550-650g/plant |
| Height | Tall (5+ ft) | Short (< 3 ft) |
| Genetics | Jamaican Sativa x Laotian Sativa x Afghan Hawaiian | Afghani x Thai |
| Breeder | Soma Seeds | Sensi Seeds (originally developed on the US West Coast) |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Amnesia Haze
Unique to Northern Lights
Growing Comparison
Amnesia Haze
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Flowering
- 10-12 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 500-600g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 600-800g/plant
- Height
- Tall (5+ ft)
Northern Lights
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 7-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 450-550g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 550-650g/plant
- Height
- Short (< 3 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 Northern Lights's 21%. For evening relaxation and sleep, Northern Lights (Indica) is the better pick, while Amnesia Haze (Sativa) is better suited for daytime energy and creativity. Beginner growers should lean toward Northern Lights, which is easy to cultivate, versus the hard difficulty of Amnesia Haze. Both strains can help with stress, pain, 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 Northern Lights stronger?▾
Amnesia Haze has a THC range of 20-25%, while Northern Lights ranges from 16-21% THC. Amnesia Haze is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Amnesia Haze or Northern Lights?▾
Amnesia Haze is rated hard to grow, while Northern Lights is rated easy. Northern Lights is the easier option for cultivators. Amnesia Haze flowers in 10-12 weeks and Northern Lights in 7-9 weeks.
What are the main differences between Amnesia Haze and Northern Lights?▾
Amnesia Haze is a sativa strain while Northern Lights is a indica. Amnesia Haze is known for euphoric, energetic, creative effects with citrus and lemon flavors. Northern Lights offers relaxed, sleepy, happy effects with earthy and pine flavors.
Can Amnesia Haze and Northern Lights be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Amnesia Haze is used for depression, stress, fatigue, pain, adhd, while Northern Lights is used for insomnia, pain, stress, anxiety, appetite loss. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Amnesia Haze or Northern Lights?▾
Indoors, Amnesia Haze yields approximately 500-600g/m² while Northern Lights yields 450-550g/m². Outdoors, Amnesia Haze produces around 600-800g/plant and Northern Lights around 550-650g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.