Lavender
Lavender
Also known as: Lavender Kush, Soma #10
Overview
Lavender is an award-winning indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain (80% indica, 20% sativa) originally created by Soma Seeds in the late 1990s. This strain is a four-way cross between Super Skunk, Big Skunk Korean, Afghani, and Hawaiian genetics, bringing together diverse international genetics to create a unique and sought-after variety. The strain has gained significant recognition for its fusion of lavender aroma, profound relaxation effects, and therapeutic benefits, winning multiple awards including 1st Place at the High Times Cannabis Cup 2005 Indica category and several other prestigious cups.
Lavender is renowned for producing some of the darkest purple colorations among cannabis plants, with leaves that can turn nearly black at the end of the plant's life cycle. This distinctive coloration is caused by anthocyanins, water-soluble plant pigments responsible for the strain's signature purple hue. The strain produces dense buds with a distinctive floral and spicy aroma reminiscent of lavender flowers and Afghan hash. With THC levels typically ranging from 14% to 27%, Lavender delivers powerful indica effects while maintaining moderate difficulty for cultivation, making it accessible to both novice and experienced growers.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain and muscle spasms
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for stress and anxiety relief
- Users report benefits for depression
- May assist with nausea and appetite issues
- Reported to help with inflammation
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Lavender has a moderate growing difficulty with a flowering period of 8-10 weeks and plants that can reach up to 2 meters in height. The strain is suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation with medium yields and average plant height. It features a high calyx to leaf ratio making trimming easier, and grows well using the Sea of Green technique, though a shorter vegetation cycle is recommended to control height. Plants thrive in drier conditions, taking 9-10 weeks to finish flowering indoors with outdoor plants maturing around mid-October. Indoor yields average 11oz/m² while outdoor gardens typically produce about 9oz per plant.