ACDC
ACDC
Also known as: AC/DC, Alternative Cannabinoid Dietary Cannabis, CBD Queen
Overview
ACDC stands for "Alternative Cannabinoid Dietary Cannabis" and was created by Northern California physician Dr. William Courtney in 2011. It is a special phenotype of the legendary Cannatonic strain, developed after Dr. Courtney acquired seeds from Barcelona and crossed them with Cannatonic and Ruderalis strains, hoping they would help with his wife's lupus. ACDC features an exceptional 20:1 CBD to THC ratio, making it one of the most CBD-dominant strains available. This hybrid strain maintains a 50% indica and 50% sativa genetic balance, though it can occasionally lean toward sativa dominance.
Visually, ACDC produces fluffy yellow-green buds with distinctive coloration, featuring lively orange-brown pistils that weave through the leaves and dense, sticky buds rich in trichomes displaying green shades accented by orange pistils. The plant typically reaches about 4 feet in height with a bushy growth pattern and large buds with leaves that may have a tinge of purple. Due to its extremely low THC concentration, ACDC produces little to no intoxicating effects, allowing users complete control while providing significant medicinal benefits for pain, anxiety, inflammation, and epilepsy without the psychoactive high.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with anxiety and stress disorders
- Often used for epilepsy and seizure reduction
- Reported to help with inflammation and arthritis
- May assist with multiple sclerosis symptoms
- Used for chemotherapy side effects
- Reported to help with PTSD symptoms
- May aid with depression and mood disorders
- Often used for neuropathic pain management
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
ACDC requires intermediate cultivation skills and is not generally recommended for beginner growers, being more challenging than some CBD strains and difficult even compared to its parent strain Cannatonic. It can be grown both indoors and outdoors but thrives best in warm, controlled indoor settings with stable temperatures between 68-80°F (20-27°C). The flowering time ranges from 9-10 weeks indoors (63-70 days), with outdoor flowering potentially taking slightly longer. The plant produces medium yields of large, dewy buds, with quality CBD being the primary goal over quantity. Environmental considerations include susceptibility to mold and mildew, requiring good air circulation and consistent temperature control. Humidity should be maintained at 40-50% during vegetative phase and 30-40% during flowering to prevent mold.