Durban Poison vs AK-47: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Durban Poison (Sativa) and AK-47 (Hybrid) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 15-20% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Energetic, Uplifted, Creative
Easy to grow
THC: 17-23% | CBD: 0.1-0.3%
Relaxed, Happy, Euphoric
Easy to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Durban Poison | AK-47 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sativa | Hybrid |
| THC Range | 15-20% | 17-23% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.2% | 0.1-0.3% |
| Effects | Energetic, Uplifted, Creative, Focused, Happy | Relaxed, Happy, Euphoric, Uplifted, Creative |
| Flavors | Sweet, Earthy, Pine, Anise, Citrus | Earthy, Floral, Sweet, Skunky |
| Terpenes | Terpinolene, Myrcene, Ocimene | Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene |
| Medical Uses | Depression, Fatigue, Stress, Pain, ADHD | Stress, Anxiety, Pain, Depression, Insomnia |
| Grow Difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Flowering Time | 8-9 weeks | 7-9 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 350-450g/m² | 350-500g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 450-600g/plant | 450-600g/plant |
| Height | Tall (5+ ft) | Medium (3-5 ft) |
| Genetics | South African landrace sativa | Colombian x Mexican x Thai x Afghani |
| Breeder | Ed Rosenthal (brought to US), refined by various | Serious Seeds |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Durban Poison
Unique to AK-47
Growing Comparison
Durban Poison
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 8-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 350-450g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 450-600g/plant
- Height
- Tall (5+ ft)
AK-47
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 7-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 350-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 450-600g/plant
- Height
- Medium (3-5 ft)
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Which Should You Choose?
If you are looking for higher potency, AK-47 edges ahead with THC levels up to 23% compared to Durban Poison's 20%. Both strains can help with depression, 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 Durban Poison or AK-47 stronger?▾
Durban Poison has a THC range of 15-20%, while AK-47 ranges from 17-23% THC. AK-47 is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Durban Poison or AK-47?▾
Durban Poison is rated easy to grow, while AK-47 is rated easy. Both strains have similar grow difficulty. Durban Poison flowers in 8-9 weeks and AK-47 in 7-9 weeks.
What are the main differences between Durban Poison and AK-47?▾
Durban Poison is a sativa strain while AK-47 is a hybrid. Durban Poison is known for energetic, uplifted, creative effects with sweet and earthy flavors. AK-47 offers relaxed, happy, euphoric effects with earthy and floral flavors.
Can Durban Poison and AK-47 be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Durban Poison is used for depression, fatigue, stress, pain, adhd, while AK-47 is used for stress, anxiety, pain, depression, insomnia. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Durban Poison or AK-47?▾
Indoors, Durban Poison yields approximately 350-450g/m² while AK-47 yields 350-500g/m². Outdoors, Durban Poison produces around 450-600g/plant and AK-47 around 450-600g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.