Red Widow

Cannabis Strain Review: Red Widow

Type of High: Head
Try it: before a funny movie
Optimum Time of Day: Afternoon
Spectrum: 73% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Caryophyllene
Effect Percentage
Happy
98%
Deeply Relaxing
78%
Giggly
66%
Focused
45%
Uplifted
40%
Side Effect Percentage
Anxiety
40%
Dry Mouth
20%
The Scaries
20%

Red Widow 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 73% Sativa.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Happy, Deeply Relaxing, Giggly, Focused and Uplifted effects of Red Widow produce a Head high for cannabis users. Afternoon is the best time to experience this strain. Red Widow has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Arthritis Pain, Migraines, Pain and Stress.

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The Flavor Story

Red Widow's primary terpenes are Caryophyllene and Humulene. 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 Red Widow that includes: Earthy, Sweet, Skunk and Butter, ending with a blast of Earthy on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Yummstown! Red Widow has an aroma profile of Sweet, Fruity, Earthy, Skunk and Butter.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
14 - 18%
CBD
CBN
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Red Widow presents Caryophyllene and Humulene terpenes. The average THC level is 14 - 18%.

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

Outdoor Grow Info

Harvest Time Height Yield
Mid to late October Average 14 oz or more per plant

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
8 to 10 weeks Average 12 to 14 oz per square meter

The difficulty to grow Red Widow is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect average height to be with a yield of 12 to 14 oz per square meter in about 8 to 10 weeks. Outdoors, Red Widow should harvest around Mid to late October you can expect average height and 14 oz or more per plant yield.

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Red Widow shares genetics with Red Dragon and White Widow.

the recipes

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The bacon notes from Weed Bacon will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Caryophyllene, from Red Widow. The Caryophyllene terpenes will add complex herbal, woody notes, enriching the natural bacon flavors. Since we suggest you try Red Widowbefore a funny movie, you might want to check out our recipe for Cannabis Infused Milkshakes. Get the blender going with this recipe and you'll take your funny movie night to the next level.

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