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White Widow CBD: Introduction and review of this strain
In 1995, White Widow won the prestigious High Times Cannabis Cup trophy. Since its resounding victory, White Widow has continued to dominate the market and remains one of the French public’s favourite strains.
The popularity of White Widow flowers can be attributed to their extremely balanced effects (due to their half-Sativa, half-Indica genetics), their sweet, spicy aroma and their impressive density. It is fair to say that the development of this strain has permanently changed the cannabis market.
White Widow is now available in a legal, CBD-based version. White Widow CBD flowers are among the best-selling, and for many reasons.
Key points:
- White Widow, popular since 1995, is renowned for its balanced effects and sweet, spicy aroma.
- Originating from the Bekaa Valley, it has a half-Sativa, half-Indica genetic makeup, offering a harmonious experience.
- Its legal CBD version retains the much-loved characteristics, with less than 0.2% THC.
- Easy to grow, it is valued for stimulating creativity, relaxing the body and mind, and boosting concentration.
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History of White Widow cannabis
White Widow or White Lady
Literally, White Widow means ‘white widow’, though in French it is more commonly translated as ‘White Lady’ to preserve the impact of its name. The strain’s name undoubtedly derives from its appearance. When the flower reaches maturity, it becomes covered in numerous white trichomes, reminiscent of an immaculate gown.
Debates over its invention
As White Widow is one of the most popular strains, many dealers have sought to claim credit for its creation. Today, the question remains as to who is behind the prestigious White Widow seeds.
Generally speaking, this strain is attributed to the Australian cannabis breeder ‘Shantibaba’ Blakey, who is said to have developed the hybrid in the early 1990s.
Another Dutch breeder, Ingemar, also claims credit for creating White Widow. We will never know who is behind this strain
A balanced genetic profile: White Widow seeds
To create White Widow cannabis, Shantibaba Blakey is said to have had the idea of hybridising a Brazilian Sativa flower with hybrid strains from southern India. This particular cross is said to have resulted in a very balanced genetic profile.
White Widow’s 60% Indica and 40% Sativa composition balances its calming and stimulating effects. Whilst Indica genetics tend to completely relax the body and mind, and Sativa genetics, on the contrary, tend to stimulate creativity, the blend of the two relaxes the body whilst boosting motivation. The White Widow flower harmonises the most significant effects of both types of genetics.
White Widow: today
Since White Widow weed first appeared on the market in the early 1990s, it has continued to grow in popularity. Its triumph at the High Times Cannabis Cup in 1995 cemented this strain’s enduring status.
Today, White Widow weed remains one of the top 10 favourite strains among the French. Generally speaking, it is consumed and appreciated all over the world. It is quite simply ranked amongst the so-called legendary strains, such is its global popularity!
To comply with current legislation, White Widow seeds have been adapted into a CBD version, containing less than 0.2% THC. It is therefore the cannabidiol-rich White Widow that currently dominates the market.
White Widow is also available in an HHC version!
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White Widow CBD: how to grow it?
White Widow cannabis, as well as being loved all over the world, isn’t particularly difficult to grow! Cannabis experts say that the only requirement for White Widow is to control the humidity level to prevent mould.
This strain can be grown both indoors and outdoors as it is highly resistant to adverse weather conditions. To thrive, White Widow requires light (artificial or natural) and an ambient temperature between 20°C and 25°C.
White Widow CBD plants can reach 2.5 metres when grown outdoors. This strain has a very good yield.
How should White Widow be consumed?
Generally, White Widow weed is smoked. The dense, crumbly flowers break apart very easily, although the numerous trichomes make the material somewhat sticky. Like all CBD flowers, White Widow can also be drunk as a herbal tea or vaporised using a suitable vaporiser.
Furthermore, White Widow cannabis is widely used in the production of resins. To produce high-quality hash, growers favour CBD strains with a high density of trichomes. These ‘plant hairs’, which contain the majority of a hemp plant’s cannabinoids, are the main ingredient in a good resin. As the White Widow flower is dotted with trichomes, it is particularly well-suited to producing high-quality hash, rich in cannabinoids.
The characteristics of White Widow: appearance and flavour
Now that we know the history of White Widow, we naturally wonder what its most notable characteristics are. Indeed, it is astonishing that a ‘simple’ strain, invented almost by chance, has taken over every market. It is clear that White Widow has the edge in terms of both appearance and taste!
Appearance
The first thing that catches the eye is its generous appearance. White Widow has very dense buds that connoisseurs spot straight away.
Its light green colour is also one of its defining features. White Widow weed is dotted with white trichomes, giving the flowers a velvety appearance. A few discreet orange pistils are visible to the naked eye.
Smell
In terms of smell, White Widow mainly gives off a grassy scent. It is primarily this floral aspect that characterises it. For cannabis enthusiasts, these pronounced earthy scents make it very appealing.
Taste
However, the smell does not fully characterise the taste! White Widow has a varied flavour profile, oscillating between spicy and sweet. It is often described as a bittersweet flower… On the palate, the spicy flavours come through first. These are often compared to the woody scents of pine. Soon, a sweet aftertaste balances out the flower’s piquancy.
The diversity of White Widow’s aromatic profile is highly appreciated by connoisseurs, who experience a succession of olfactory and gustatory sensations. Initially grassy on the nose, then spicy on the palate and finally sweet in the throat, it is a particularly interesting CBD flower to consume.
The effects of White Widow CBD flower
White Widow cannabis can now be consumed legally, as it has been optimised in its CBD version. Today, White Widow flowers contain less than 0.2% THC. You can therefore enjoy its effects without experiencing any loss of lucidity and without developing an addiction. As a reminder, cannabidiol, or CBD, is a legal cannabinoid that does not produce psychoactive effects.
White Widow CBD possesses the same aromatic characteristics and the same balance in terms of effects.
The effects of CBD
Cannabidiol (CBD) is now very popular for its many beneficial effects on physical and mental wellbeing. It is widely accepted by scientists that cannabidiol can bring benefits to the body and mind through its interaction with the receptors in our endocannabinoid system.
- CBD is thought to be a natural anxiolytic. It is believed to counteract feelings of stress and anxiety. In this sense, it may also boost motivation and concentration.
- Cannabidiol appears to have ‘muscle-relaxing’ properties. It causes the muscles to relax, which helps manage stress and muscle pain more effectively. CBD is also thought to have anticonvulsant properties.
- This cannabinoid is thought to promote sleep. It does not appear to act directly on the circadian rhythm but helps to regulate it indirectly by reducing the anxiety and pain that occur before falling asleep.
- CBD is thought to be an effective painkiller. It acts on certain receptors that transmit pain signals in the nervous system.
- Cannabidiol is also being studied for its anti-inflammatory properties. As with pain, it interacts with receptors responsible for our inflammatory responses.
- CBD is currently being studied for other effects, such as its anti-tumour or anti-glaucoma properties…
Cannabidiol is not a medicine and does not replace medical treatment. It is recommended that you consult a doctor before use, particularly to avoid drug interactions. Nevertheless, cannabidiol appears to be a valuable asset for well-being, particularly for reducing stress and pain and promoting a calm state of mind.
White Widow cannabis is likely to provide all these effects, due to its high concentration of cannabinoids.
The distinctive features of the White Widow flower
Each CBD strain has its own distinctive characteristics. For example, Amnesia is particularly recommended for sleep disorders. Similarly, White Widow CBD offers effects all of its own.
As we mentioned, White Widow is a very balanced CBD flower. It is known for relaxing the muscles whilst boosting motivation. Generally, White Widow is used to:
- Boosting creativity. This CBD flower relaxes whilst significantly increasing creativity, making it the perfect choice for stimulating thought and imagination.
- Resting the body and mind. White Widow provides gentle effects that allow you to remain clear-headed whilst soothing intrusive thoughts.
- Boosting concentration. Thanks to its stimulating yet calming blend, users generally notice an increase in concentration.
In short, White Widow CBD is set to continue taking the market by storm. Its stimulating and calming effects are among the most potent in the world of legal cannabis!
Sixty8’s White Widow
Sixty8’s White Widow CBD is grown in a 100% organic environment. No chemical fertilisers or pesticides are used to aid growth. Our experts have chosen to grow this strain indoors to enhance its aromatic potential.
Our White Widow is therefore even more potent and flavourful!
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- Triple-filtered: How is this legendary hash made?
