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Cannabis Strain Review: Nigerian Silver

a.k.a. Nigerian Haze
Type of High: Head
Try it: before creating
Optimum Time of Day: Day
Spectrum: 86% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Myrcene
Effect Percentage
Uplifted
98%
Happy
96%
Focused
95%
Deeply Relaxing
50%
Creative
50%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Mouth
50%
The Scaries
50%

Nigerian Silver has an ASHI score of 1 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 8 out of 50. The ASHI score, or Ascendancy Strains Heat Index, speaks to how popular it is at this moment in time. Think of it as measuring the flash in the pan strains that are hot right now for consumers. Social media discussions, consumer ratings and reviews are all data points that feed into this score.

BPS, or Brand Power Score, is more institution facing and looks more at data points which reflect how much respect and power this strain has to the industry. Strains that have articles written about them, sold as seeds, award history and inclusion in a strain directory are all examples of data points which feed into a BPS rating. The genetic blend of this strain is 86% Sativa.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Uplifted, Happy, Focused, Deeply Relaxing and Creative effects of Nigerian Silver produce a Head high for cannabis users. Day is the best time to experience this strain. Nigerian Silver has been reported by users as being used for Stress, Mood Swings, Migraines, Fatigue and Depression.

Common Usage
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Information found on this site is not meant to be used as or in place of medical advice. Seek advice from a medical professional to address your personal needs.

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The Flavor Story

Nigerian Silver's primary terpenes are Myrcene, Humulene, Linalool and Caryophyllene. Terpenes affect flavor but also provide their own set of medical and experiential effects. When smoked, vaporized or incorporated into an edible, you'll get hit with the flavor profile from Nigerian Silver that includes: Fruity and Spicy, ending with a blast of Fruity on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Oh, the aroma! Nigerian Silver has an aroma profile of Citrus, Earthy, Floral, Herbal and Sweet.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
18 - 21%
CBD
0.05 - 0.56%
CBN
0.08 - 0.17%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Nigerian Silver presents Myrcene, Humulene, Linalool and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 18 - 21%. CBG in this strain should be about 2%.

the grow - a section describing the growth information for this strain of cannabis
Best Results Preferred Climate Grow Difficulty
Indoors and outdoors warm climate Average

Outdoor Grow Info

Harvest Time Height Yield
October Average Moderate

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
8-10 weeks Average Moderate

The difficulty to grow Nigerian Silver is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect average height to be with a yield of moderate in about 8-10 weeks. Outdoors, Nigerian Silver should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The smokey notes from Mary Jane's BBQ Sauce will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Myrcene, from Nigerian Silver. Myrcene terpenes will add some extra zing to the bbq sauce, adding a bit of tangy mango sweetness to the mix. Since we suggest you try Nigerian Silverbefore creating, you might want to check out our recipe for Coffee Cake. Using this strain with our Coffee Cake recipe, paired with your favorite cup of coffee or tea will put you exactly where you need to be for making art, building worlds or composing symphonies.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain