If you’re chasing a straight-up, no-nonsense landrace sativa with deep roots in cannabis history, Durban Poison is that girl. Originally sourced from the Durban region of South Africa and refined in Holland over the years, this 100% sativa is still a grower favourite for its reliable performance and unique terpene profile.
Durban Poison kicks off looking almost indica-like with broad early leaves, but by flowering time, she shows her true sativa heritage, stretching out with slim leaves and stacking long, spear-shaped buds coated in resin. She’s not just pretty either; this plant is built to perform. Outdoors, she can hit 3–4 meters in height and still finish by late September, which is a huge win for South African growers. Indoors under lights? Still rocks it. Tough, vigorous, and doesn’t need constant babying.
Expect high yields and a classic sativa structure that’s narrow and tall, perfect for SCROG setups or big open gardens. The smell? Something else entirely. Sweet liquorice, aniseed, lemon and spice, almost hazy but with that unmistakable Durban funk. She’s got large resin glands too, making her great for concentrates.
The high? Uplifting, buzzy, clear-headed, ideal for creative sessions, staying active, or just enjoying your day without getting couch-locked. This is a strain that helped lay the foundation for modern legends like GSC, Sherbet and Gelato, so you know the genetics are fire.
Durban Poison is easy to grow, highly adaptable, and a solid pick for anyone who wants to grow a legendary, unhybridized sativa that performs well in just about any setup. A proper piece of cannabis heritage.