| Strain | Look | Smell & Flavor | Primary Effects |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amnesia Haze | Light green with dense trichomes | Earthy citrus, lemon, spicy | Uplifting, euphoric, energetic |
Amnesia Haze (The Amsterdam Champion) - Amnesia Haze is a legendary sativa-dominant hybrid that originated in the coffee shops of Amsterdam and has since won multiple Cannabis Cup awards, including first place for Best Sativa in 2004 and 2012. The genetics are complex, believed to involve Jamaican, South Asian, and Afghani landraces combined with European genetics. The name "Amnesia" refers to the strain's powerful effects that can make users forget their worries and stress. The flavor profile combines earthy and citrus notes with prominent lemon and subtle spicy undertones, creating a complex and satisfying taste. With THC levels typically ranging from 20-25%, Amnesia Haze is a potent choice for experienced sativa enthusiasts.
Amnesia Haze delivers powerful, uplifting sativa effects that are euphoric and energizing. Users report feeling an immediate cerebral rush that enhances mood dramatically and creates intense feelings of happiness and well-being. The high is characterized by creative energy, improved focus, and mental stimulation—thoughts flow freely, ideas come easily, and everything feels more engaging and interesting. The effects are potent and long-lasting, typically providing several hours of sustained energy and euphoria. Many users describe Amnesia Haze as creating a "psychedelic edge" with enhanced sensory perception and altered time perception, though without anxiety or paranoia when consumed responsibly. This makes it excellent for creative projects, philosophical discussions, outdoor adventures, or any situation where you want sustained mental energy and inspiration. Medical patients use it for managing depression, fatigue, PTSD, and chronic stress.
Amnesia Haze buds are light green with typical sativa structure—more elongated and fluffy than dense indica nuggets. What makes this strain visually impressive is the dense coating of trichomes that covers the entire surface, giving the buds a frosty, crystalline appearance. The trichome production is exceptional, creating a thick layer of white and amber crystals that sparkle under light. Bright orange and amber pistils are abundant throughout the structure, creating nice color contrast against the light green backdrop. While not as compact as indica strains, Amnesia Haze makes a strong visual impression with obvious quality and potency indicators.
Growing Amnesia Haze requires advanced skill and patience. The plant grows very tall with significant stretching during flowering, often exceeding 6-7 feet even indoors. Height management through aggressive training, topping, and SCROG techniques is essential for indoor cultivation. Flowering time is quite long at 10-12 weeks, which tests growers' patience but rewards them with high yields of extremely potent, resinous flower. Amnesia Haze can be temperamental about nutrients and environmental conditions, preferring experienced hands. The strain performs exceptionally well outdoors in Mediterranean or tropical climates where it can reach massive proportions and produce enormous yields. Despite the challenges, many growers consider Amnesia Haze worth the effort for its exceptional quality and legendary effects.
Key Growing Notes:
| Strain | Cross | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
| Amnesia Lemon | Amnesia Haze × Lemon | Enhanced citrus notes; even more energizing and uplifting. |
| Amnesia Cookies | Amnesia Haze × GSC | Haze meets cookies; sweet and cerebral hybrid effects. |
| Amnesia Mac | Amnesia Haze × Miracle Alien | Powerful cerebral rush; complex flavors with creative energy. |
| Amnesia Kush | Amnesia Haze × Kush | Rare balanced version; sativa energy with indica smoothness. |
| Royal Amnesia | Amnesia Haze (Stabilized) | Refined genetics; consistent award-winning effects. |
| Liberty Haze | Amnesia Haze × G13 | Lime and citrus explosion; powerfully energizing. |