Ether Strain

If you’ve never heard of the term Ether Strain marijuana, it’s a type of Indica-dominant hybrid that is very popular in the cannabis community because of its unique characteristics. Leaning more towards the Alien Dawg and Chemdawg 91 side of its heritage, Ether is known for its intense sour smell and amazing trichome production.

It originated in California in 1974 when breeder Stanley Todd Jenkins. It took off in popularity when a mutation appeared in a mother plant that gave the strain a lemon flavor and a three-foot-tall phenotype. This unique mutation dropped the original landrace type, giving the strain its name.

Medical marijuana patients use the strain for pain relief for muscle spasms and stress reliever that also enhances appetite. The effects of this strain include an immediate calming body effect that slowly builds into euphoria. Patients report feeling a stronger sense of focus while enjoying a relaxed state of mind.

The adverse effects of this strain include dry mouth and dry eyes, plus anxiousness. The THC level can vary from 17-21%, with a CBD level lower than 1%. The aroma of this strain is what sets it apart from other strains of weed. The aroma has been described as a sour, citrus-like smell that will linger on clothing and other objects for hours after use.

The strain is great for indoor and outdoor cultivation methods but does the best in a greenhouse setting with a 20/4 lighting cycle. It thrives in soil and also does well when grown hydroponically. Flowering time takes 2-4 weeks for indoor growing, while outdoor grow times are 7-10 weeks.