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