About ACDC
ACDC is a high-CBD, low-THC phenotype of Cannatonic, bred by crossing a Ruderalis-hybrid with MK Ultra. The plants grow moderately tall with dense, crystal-covered buds. The aroma is sweet and earthy with pine, floral, and woody undertones with subtle citrus notes. The flavor is mild and smooth with sweet earth, pine, and herbal notes. The effects are what make ACDC truly special: minimal psychoactivity due to its 20:1 CBD:THC ratio, providing relaxation, mental clarity, and effective symptom relief without intoxication. ACDC became the standard-bearer for the high-CBD movement in America, proving that cannabis could deliver profound medical benefits without the 'high' that many patients wished to avoid.
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History
ACDC emerged as a phenotype of Cannatonic, a strain originally bred by Spanish seed company Resin Seeds as a high-CBD cross (G13 Haze x Ruderalis hybrid). The ACDC phenotype was discovered by American cultivators who recognized its extraordinary cannabinoid profile and stabilized the cut for medical use. ACDC gained national attention around 2011-2012 as the high-CBD movement gained momentum, becoming the go-to strain for patients seeking symptom relief without psychoactive effects. The strain was particularly popular for treating epilepsy, chronic pain, anxiety, and inflammation. ACDC's success was instrumental in changing the public conversation around cannabis, demonstrating that the plant's therapeutic value extended far beyond THC intoxication. It remains one of the most important medical strains in modern cannabis history.
Notable breeders: Resin Seeds (original Cannatonic), Stabilized by US cultivators
Genetic Background
Cannatonic (G13 Haze x Ruderalis hybrid) — phenotype selected for high-CBD, low-THC expression
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the genetics of ACDC?
ACDC has a genetic lineage of Cannatonic phenotype (Ruderalis hybrid x MK Ultra). Cannatonic (G13 Haze x Ruderalis hybrid) — phenotype selected for high-CBD, low-THC expression
What is the THC content of ACDC?
ACDC typically tests at 0.5-2% THC with 15-24% CBD.
What does ACDC smell and taste like?
ACDC has a Sweet earth, pine, floral, woody, subtle citrus aroma profile, with flavors described as Sweet earth, pine, herbaceous, floral, mild wood.
What are the effects of ACDC?
Users report Relaxed, clear-headed, calm, focused, reduced anxiety, minimal psychoactivity.
How long does ACDC take to flower?
ACDC has a flowering time of approximately 9-10 weeks. Plants grow to a medium to tall height.
What is the history of ACDC?
ACDC emerged as a phenotype of Cannatonic, a strain originally bred by Spanish seed company Resin Seeds as a high-CBD cross (G13 Haze x Ruderalis hybrid). The ACDC phenotype was discovered by American cultivators who recognized its extraordinary cannabinoid profile and stabilized the cut for medical use. ACDC gained national attention around 2011-2012 as the high-CBD movement gained momentum, becoming the go-to strain for patients seeking symptom relief without psychoactive effects. The strain was particularly popular for treating epilepsy, chronic pain, anxiety, and inflammation. ACDC's success was instrumental in changing the public conversation around cannabis, demonstrating that the plant's therapeutic value extended far beyond THC intoxication. It remains one of the most important medical strains in modern cannabis history.
Medical Applications
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