Black Lime Reserve
Black Lime Reserve
Also known as: Black Lime, Black Lime Special Reserve, Black Lime Special
Overview
Black Lime Reserve is an indica-dominant hybrid strain (70% indica, 30% sativa) that stands as one of Northern California's most celebrated heirloom cultivars, bred by the renowned Aficionado Seeds in Mendocino County. This prestigious strain descended from a complex lineage that includes Woodman Canyon Oil Can, Lime Afghani, Northern Lights, Purple Kush, and Chemdawg Special Reserve, creating a unique genetic profile that has earned numerous accolades including 2nd place at the 2014 High Times Cannabis Cup and recognition at the Emerald Cup competitions.
The strain is characterized by its distinctive citrus-forward aroma that blends bright lime zest with spicy black pepper, pine, and earthy undertones reminiscent of old-world hash. Black Lime Reserve produces medium to densely packed buds with a conical shape, featuring deep forest-green coloration often accented with purple to nearly black sugar leaves. The flowers are generously coated in a thick blanket of crystalline trichomes and thin orange pistils, reflecting the strain's potent resin production inherited from its Kush and Northern Lights lineage. This craft cannabis exemplar is prized for its balanced effects that provide clear-headed euphoria paired with deep physical relaxation, making it suitable for both connoisseurs seeking complex flavors and patients requiring therapeutic benefits.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with stress and anxiety
- Often used for insomnia and sleep issues
- Users report migraine relief
- May help with depression
- Often used for muscle tension and inflammation
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Black Lime Reserve is considered moderately difficult to cultivate, making it suitable for intermediate to experienced growers. The strain has a flowering time of 56-70 days (8-10 weeks), with outdoor harvests typically ready in early to mid-October. Plants can reach heights of 5-8 feet outdoors while maintaining similar stature indoors, with a tendency to grow tall and somewhat gangly, benefiting significantly from pruning and training techniques. Indoor yields range from 300-400 grams per square meter, while outdoor cultivation can produce 400-450 grams per plant under optimal conditions. The strain thrives in temperate, dry, and warm Mediterranean climates and can be grown both indoors and outdoors, though many cultivators prefer outdoor growing due to the plant's strong aromatic emissions. It prefers soil as a growing medium and requires temperatures between 70-85°F with humidity levels of 40-50% during vegetative growth.