Durban Poison vs Hawaiian Haze: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Durban Poison (Sativa) and Hawaiian 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: 0.2-0.5% | CBD: 14-18%
Uplifted, Happy, Energetic
Easy to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Durban Poison | Hawaiian Haze |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Sativa | Sativa |
| THC Range | 15-20% | 0.2-0.5% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.2% | 14-18% |
| Effects | Energetic, Uplifted, Creative, Focused, Happy | Uplifted, Happy, Energetic, Focused, Creative |
| Flavors | Sweet, Earthy, Pine, Anise, Citrus | Tropical, Floral, Pineapple, Citrus, Herbal |
| Terpenes | Terpinolene, Myrcene, Ocimene | Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Humulene |
| Medical Uses | Depression, Fatigue, Stress, Pain, ADHD | Depression, Stress, Fatigue, Anxiety, Pain |
| Grow Difficulty | Easy | Easy |
| Flowering Time | 8-9 weeks | 8-10 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 350-450g/m² | 400-500g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 450-600g/plant | 500-650g/plant |
| Height | Tall (5+ ft) | Tall (5+ ft) |
| Genetics | South African landrace sativa | Hawaiian x Haze hemp cultivar |
| Breeder | Ed Rosenthal (brought to US), refined by various | Oregon CBD |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Durban Poison
Unique to Hawaiian 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)
Hawaiian Haze
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 8-10 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 400-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 500-650g/plant
- Height
- Tall (5+ ft)
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Which Should You Choose?
If you are looking for higher potency, Durban Poison edges ahead with THC levels up to 20% compared to Hawaiian Haze's 0.5%. 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 Hawaiian Haze stronger?▾
Durban Poison has a THC range of 15-20%, while Hawaiian Haze ranges from 0.2-0.5% THC. Durban Poison is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Durban Poison or Hawaiian Haze?▾
Durban Poison is rated easy to grow, while Hawaiian Haze is rated easy. Both strains have similar grow difficulty. Durban Poison flowers in 8-9 weeks and Hawaiian Haze in 8-10 weeks.
What are the main differences between Durban Poison and Hawaiian Haze?▾
Durban Poison is a sativa strain while Hawaiian Haze is a sativa. Durban Poison is known for energetic, uplifted, creative effects with sweet and earthy flavors. Hawaiian Haze offers uplifted, happy, energetic effects with tropical and floral flavors.
Can Durban Poison and Hawaiian 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 Hawaiian Haze is used for depression, stress, fatigue, anxiety, pain. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Durban Poison or Hawaiian Haze?▾
Indoors, Durban Poison yields approximately 350-450g/m² while Hawaiian Haze yields 400-500g/m². Outdoors, Durban Poison produces around 450-600g/plant and Hawaiian Haze around 500-650g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.