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Vol. 24 / StrainsStrain DatabaseRead · 2 minUpdated · 2026-05

White Widow

White Widow crosses a Brazilian sativa landrace with a South Indian indica at 18-25% THC, with sweet pine, earthy spice and a light floral funk. It arrives in about 5 minutes with a classic balanced euphoria. Myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene lead.


title: "White Widow - Effects, Terpenes & Queens Availability | Terp Bros NYC" description: "White Widow strain: balanced hybrid, 18-25% THC. Check White Widow availability on the live Terp Bros NYC Queens menu. Lab-tested, pickup or same-day delivery. 21+." strain_type: "hybrid" thc_range: "18-25%" cbd_range: "<1%" dominant_terpenes: ["myrcene", "pinene", "caryophyllene"] parent_strains: ["Brazilian sativa landrace", "South Indian indica"] flowering_time: "8-10 weeks" date: "2026-05-23"

White Widow crosses a Brazilian sativa landrace with a South Indian indica at 18-25% THC, with sweet pine, earthy spice and a light floral funk. It arrives in about 5 minutes with a classic balanced euphoria. Myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene lead.

The Classic Balance, Five Minutes In

Onset is reported at about 5 minutes, followed by a classic balanced euphoria. The reported occasion is a dinner-then-movie evening. THC is 18-25%. Inhaled, effects last 2 to 4 hours, with edibles longer.

Pine Up Front, Funk Behind

The leading terpene is myrcene, followed by pinene and caryophyllene.

Myrcene

Myrcene leads the order with the body-relaxing, heavy, classic indica-feel descriptors, in a hybrid with a classic balanced euphoria.

Pinene

Pinene is second, with a fresh, pine-like aroma that matches the sweet pine at the front of the nose.

Caryophyllene

Caryophyllene is third, peppery and warm and grounding on the body, next to the earthy spice.

Green House Seed Co and a 1995 Cup Win

White Widow came out of the Netherlands in the early 1990s from Green House Seed Co, crossing a Brazilian sativa landrace with a South Indian indica. It won the 1995 Cannabis Cup. Flowering takes 8 to 10 weeks.

AK-47, Blue Dream, Strawberry Cough and Granddaddy Purple Around White Widow

AK-47 shares the lineup of terpenes and goes sour earth and sandalwood at 17-22% THC. Blue Dream leans sativa, with blueberry candy and vanilla cream. Strawberry Cough offers strawberry jam and fresh-cut hay. Granddaddy Purple is indica-leaning, with grape candy and lavender.

Sweet Pine, Earthy Spice and Floral Funk

The nose opens with sweet pine, adds earthy spice and finishes with a light floral funk. It dates to the early 1990s Netherlands, and the 1995 Cannabis Cup win is part of its record.

Frequently asked: White Widow

What is in White Widow's lineage?

A Brazilian sativa landrace and a South Indian indica.

Which award did it win?

The 1995 Cannabis Cup.

What THC range does it test in?

18-25%, varying by batch. Check the COA.

How should a beginner start?

Begin small and wait out the 5-minute onset. The label lists THC per serving.