Sour Tsunami
Overview
Sour Tsunami is famously known for its low THC levels, making it the ideal therapeutic strain for those wishing to avoid the typical marijuana high. This strain is loaded with high CBD amounts between 10% and 12%. THC on the other hand accounts for less than 10%. This strain was developed by Lawrence Ringo from the Southern Humboldt Seed Collective. It took him four years of hard labor to come up with Sour Tsunami which is a cross between Sour Diesel, NYC Diesel and a little known of Californian strain called Ferrari. This strain is sativa dominant with 60% sativa and 40% indica. The buds and leaves of this plant are famous for their dark green shade with some purple streaks. The scent is musky diesel with a mix of pine, citrus and woody undertones. When you exhale after puffing this strain, you may be left with a mouthful of heavy sour taste, as the name Sour Tsunami suggests.
This strain may fail to appeal to seasoned stoners for obvious reasons, the low THC levels. But for those seeking therapeutic benefits without any associated cerebral high, this may be the very best of strains. Lawrence Ringo who has also benefitted from his own creation claims that this strain is able to relieve pain in 15 minutes or less.
Sativas take longer to flower than their indica counterparts; they also give a lower yield. Sour Tsunami will take between nine and ten weeks to flower which is actually not a very long time to wait. Each Sour Tsunami seed has a 25% chance of having 1:2 THC to CBD ratio, making this a hard strain to cultivate.
Strain Type
This is a sativa dominant strain with 60% sativa and 40% indica. Most plants will have between 6%- 7% THC and about 12% CBD, making this a phenomenal high CBD strain.
Origin
Sour Tsunami was created by Lawrence Ringo from the Southern Humboldt Seed Collective. He intended to use this strain to treat his severe back pain, which he was able to do. It took him four years to come up with Sour Tsunami which is a hybrid of Sour Diesel, NYC Diesel and a Californian strain called Ferrari. This strain is famous for its high CBD and low THC, as most other strains will have THC levels that are above 25%.
Terpene Profile
This strain has a detailed terpene profile. Other than providing scent, terpenes play a key role in enhancing the therapeutic value of the plant. The key terpenes present in Sour Tsunami include: myrcene, pinene, humulene, ocimene, linalool and terpinolene. The terpenes all work in synergy with the cannabinoids to enhance the healing properties of the plant.
Limonene
Limonene has been shown to have anti cancer activities.
Myrcene
Linalool
Terpinolene
Terpinolene has sedative properties.
What Consumers are Saying:
This strain lacks the mind buzz that is present in most cannabis strains, in spite of being predominantly sativa. However, it provides just the right amount of cerebral stimulation to keep you uplifted and energetic throughout the day.
The Positives
- Relaxed
- Happy
- Uplifted
- Euphoric
- Energetic
Potential Medical Benefits
Below are a list of conditions that Sour Tsunami 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.
- Stress
- Pain
- Depression
- Inflammation
- Fatigue
The Negatives
Some users reported dry mouth, dry eyes, and anxiety.
