Umpqua
Overview
Umpqua is a hemp flower strain that means “across the waters” or “thundering waters” in Native American. It has one of the highest levels of trichomes ever seen in a hemp strain and is known for its particularly complex flower structure. Its taste is also surprisingly similar to its smell, which is a very rare occurrence.
Umpqua is one of the more attractive varieties of hemp which though lacking in density, its structure is near-perfect. Frosty and beautiful, these buds are a perfect consistency and ground up to a soft, fluffy finish that works great for rolling in joints and using in a dry herb vaporizer.
It boasts an appearance of buds that are covered in a thick blanket of perfectly-developed trichomes which contrast charmingly with the patches of dark brown pistils and green leaves.
It has a fresh piney and earthy aroma with a strong, sweet undertone. Due to its long curing process, the Umpqua smoke is both smooth and pleasant.
Strain Type
Umpqua is an indica leaning hybrid strain. It has 18% CBD and 0.3% THC. It also has high amounts of CBDA.
Origin
This is a Native American strain whose exact lineage is a well kept secret.
Terpene Profile
Hemp strains would not be what they are were it not for terpenes. For starters, it would be hard to tell one cultivar apart from the other because all of them would be odorless, how disappointing. Apart from this, the effects of different cultivars would not be as pronounced as they are on the usual. This is because terpenes potentiate the interaction of cannabinoids with the endocannabinoid system through a mechanism known as the entourage effect.
Umpqua is a terpene dense strain. Four terpenes however dominate the pack; myrcene, pinene, limonene and caryophylene.
When myrcene is present in a hemp strain it will give the strain a strong skunk-like odor.
Myrcene
Limonene
Pinene
Pinene elicits the odor of a pine forest. It helps to improve short- term memory thereby countering the effects of THC on memory. It also helps in treating cardiovascular conditions.
Caryophyllene
Caryophyllene is present in spices and has a peppery aroma. It has analgesic benefits.
What Consumers are Saying:
Narrative summary of effects.
The Positives
- Uplifted
- Focused
- Calm
Potential Medical Benefits
Below are a list of conditions that Umpqua 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.
