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Cannabis Strain Review: Willie Nelson

Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: before creating
Optimum Time of Day: Morning
Spectrum: 94% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Terpinolene
Effect Percentage
Energetic
78%
Creative
77%
Euphoric
72%
Uplifted
67%
Happy
57%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Mouth
45%
Headache
28%
Dry Eyes
22%
The Scaries
9%
Headache
2%

Willie Nelson has an ASHI score of 1 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 19 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. Willie Nelson won an award in categories like in places like the Netherlands. The genetic blend of this strain is 94% Sativa.

Place Category Competition
1 Cannabis Cup High Times Cannabis Cup
a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Energetic, Creative, Euphoric, Uplifted and Happy effects of Willie Nelson produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Morning is the best time to experience this strain. Willie Nelson has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Loss Of Appetite, Anxiety, Pain and Chronic Pain.

Common Usage
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Chronic Pain common usage

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

Willie Nelson's primary terpenes are Terpinolene, Pinene, 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 Willie Nelson that includes: Lemon, Piney and Sweet, ending with a blast of Lemon on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Oooh, that smell! Can't you smell that smell? Willie Nelson has an aroma profile of Citrus, Grassy, Lemon, Sour 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
16 - 22%
CBD
0.51 - 0.05%
CBN
0.1 - 0.17%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Willie Nelson presents Terpinolene, Pinene, Limonene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 16 - 22%. You can expect CBD levels of 0.5%. CBG in this strain should be about 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 Willie Nelson 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, Willie Nelson should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The apple notes from Apple Crisp will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Terpinolene, from Willie Nelson. The smoky, apple and nutmeg flavors found in Terpinolene will expand and heighten the already savory, rich and sweet aspects of this glorious Apple Crisp Recipe. Since we suggest you try Willie Nelson before 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