A-Dub
A-Dub
Also known as: ADub, A Dub, A-Dubb
Overview
A-Dub is a well-balanced hybrid cannabis strain that was originally bred in California as a cross between Sour Double (itself a cross of Sour Diesel and Sour Bubble) and Alien Dawg (a combination of Alien Technology and Chemdawg). This indica-dominant hybrid exhibits an 80% indica and 20% sativa genetic composition, though some genetic studies suggest A-Dub carries nearly a 50/50 split between indica and sativa influences. In 2014, High Times magazine named A-Dub the second-strongest strain on Earth, placing it second in their "Earth's Strongest Strains" list, establishing its reputation among cannabis connoisseurs for exceptional potency.
Physically, A-Dub is distinguished by well-formed flowers that tend to have chunky, irregular shapes with indica-influenced structure and small leaves that curl tightly inward toward a compact center. The leaves themselves are a bland shade of olive green and are twisted through with orange and brown pistils. A high concentration of cloudy white trichomes cover the inner and outer nooks and crannies of these buds, appearing as long and dense spade-shaped dusty green nugs with golden undertones, thin orange hairs and a coating of frosty, golden-amber crystal trichomes. Unlike strains with splashy Cup wins and marketing campaigns, A-Dub built its reputation via word of mouth, well-reviewed dispensary batches, and cross-pollination among experienced growers, explaining why the strain remains prized but relatively scarce outside core markets.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with depression and chronic stress
- Often used for insomnia and sleep disorders
- Users report appetite loss and nausea relief
- May help with anxiety management
- Often used for headaches and migraines
- Users report relief from chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Seeds of A-Dub do not appear to be available online, so those looking to grow it at home should seek out clippings from a trusted source that can be fostered as clones. Once obtained, A-Dub can be grown indoors or outdoors in a warm, sunny, and humid climate. Although there is limited information available on best cultivation practices for this specific strain, its characteristically indica flower suggest that its plants grow short and bushy and may require occasional pruning. This indica lineage also implies a short flowering time of about 9 weeks. Flowering time is average, with an eight-to-nine-week flowering cycle. Growing notes suggest that A-Dub grows easily inside or out, delivering high yields during this flowering period. A-Dub grows as a vigorous hybrid with moderate stretch, generally 1.5 to 2 times after the flip to 12 hours. Growers should start with higher humidity during the growing phase (around 70%), gradually lowering humidity in 5% increments to 30%-40% as the flowering stage is reached. This process is essential to prevent the risk of crop growing moldy.