Power Plant

Overview

Power Plant is a stable sativa landrace hybrid with South African origins. The THC content ranges between 15%-20%. The strain was created by Dutch Passions in 1997. It later won second place in the 2006 High Life Cup. In 2008 and 2009 it won the same award taking first position.

The smell is pungent and earthy with a mix of pine scented undertones from the terpenes. It gives a gentle cerebral hit with uplifting effects. It energizes and is good for those days when you need to get a mental boost. On the body, this strain also causes relaxation and may induce sleep.

Some patients have found the cerebral effects to be overwhelming; with accompanying side effects such as dry mouth and blood shot eyes. When this happens, going slow on the herb may provide relief. Staying hydrated is also essential.

Power Plant will flower within seven and nine weeks after planting. Dutch Passion recommends growing this strain indoors or in green houses. When grown outdoors, you require Mediterranean climates and expect to harvest in mid October.

Patients seeking relief from depression, migraines, fatigue and lack of appetite have benefited from using this strain.

Strain Type
It is a sativa dominant strain with 65% sativa and 35% indica. It contains 15%-20% THC and 2% CBD.

Origin
It is thought that Power Plant has its origins in South Africa, but it was originally bred in the Netherlands by Dutch Passions in 1997. The parents of this strain are believed to be landrace strains from South Africa.

Terpene Profile

Power Plant is known to have a sharp and peppery taste. This is mostly due to the abounding caryophyllene terpene present in this strain. Terpenes are responsible for the aromas in plants including cannabis. They also enhance the therapeutic value of the plant by offering their own unique medicinal benefits. The terpenes and cannabinoids work in synergy in order to boost and promote a longer lasting health effect. Power Plant has the following abundant terpenes: Caryophyllene, linalool, valencene, camphene and alpha bisabolol.

Caryophyllene

This terp gives of a pepperish scent with spicy under tones. It is also found in black pepper, cloves, cinnamon, basil and oregano. It is able to bind to CB2 receptors in the body; this makes it a potent anti inflammatory agent. Recent research has shown that this terp is beneficial in treating alcohol withdrawal symptoms. It is also useful as an anti inflammatory and anti anxiety agent.

Linalool

This terp has the smell of fresh lavender. It has great relaxing effects on the mind and is useful in treating symptoms of stress and anxiety. It has also been shown to have some anti convulsant properties, much in the same way that diazepam acts.

Camphene

This is the terp that smells of fir trees or damp woodlands. Sometimes it is mistaken for myrcene because of the smell. It has anti inflammatory properties and is mostly incorporated in the treatment of skin inflammation such as in the case of eczema or psoriasis. It also has anti oxidizing properties when combined with vitamin C.

Valencene

Not much is known of valencene, the terp that smells of Valencia oranges. Mostly it is useful as an insect repellant.

Bisabolol

This terp has a robust floral smell and is also found in chamomile. It has anti bacterial properties and is useful in the treatment of wounds and skin irritation.

What Consumers are Saying:

This strain has an uplifting cerebral buzz that will clear your mind in an instant. However, if you are a beginner with cannabis, this is a strain that you may want to go slow on as the cerebral hit may be overwhelming. The high THC content of this strain gives a giant psychedelic boost that takes some getting used to.

When you get past the cerebral high your body will begin to relax and you will be in the mood to make small talk. In case you are a crowd shy person you may experience a new side to yourself after ingesting this strain The most common effects to expect with this strain include:

The Positives

Relaxation
Mental boost
Increased energy levels
Euphoria
Talkativeness

Potential Medical Benefits

Below are a list of conditions that Power Plant may be helpful in managing. We have selected these conditions based upon two sources: reviews from consumers who report using the strain to manage these symptoms, and/or substantial scientific evidence suggesting that its dominant terpenes may help manage the conditions listed below.