Orange Velvet

Cannabis Strain Review: Orange Velvet

a.k.a. Melvin
Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: at night
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 50% Hybrid
Dominant Terpene: Humulene
Effect Percentage
Happy
96%
Hungry
80%
Euphoric
79%
Sleepy/somnolent
40%
Side Effect Percentage
Anxiety
30%
Dry Eyes
66%
Headache
40%
Sleepy
10%

Orange Velvet has an ASHI score of 1 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 12 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 50% Hybrid.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Happy, Hungry, Euphoric and Sleepy/somnolent effects of Orange Velvet produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Night is the best time to experience this strain. Orange Velvet has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, Pain and Chronic Pain.

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

Orange Velvet's primary terpenes are Humulene, Limonene 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 Orange Velvet that includes: Citrus, Clementine, Earthy, Sour, Sweet and Vanilla, ending with a blast of Citrus on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Yes, SIR! Orange Velvet has an aroma profile of Earthy, Orange, Skunky, Sour and Vanilla.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
18 - 22%
CBD
1%
CBN
0.09 - 0.23%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Orange Velvet presents Humulene, Limonene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 18 - 22%. You can expect CBD levels of 1%.

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 Orange Velvet 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, Orange Velvet should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

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the recipes

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The garlic notes from Wings will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Humulene, from Orange Velvet. The Humulene terpenes will add a smoky flavor to the wings. Since we suggest you try Orange Velvetat night, you might want to check out our recipe for Chocolate Cannacake. Chocolate Cannacake with this strain is the perfect dessert treat with which to end your night.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain

cannabis Garlic-Ginger Chicken Wings recipe