About Nigerian

Nigerian cannabis landraces grow throughout this West African nation. The plants are sativas adapted to tropical conditions — tall, stretchy, with airy buds that produce a distinct spicy, herbal, and slightly floral aroma. Nigerian effects are known for being powerfully creative and euphoric, with a signature 'floating' quality distinct from other African sativas. The strain was exported to Europe and the US throughout the 1970s, often referred to simply as 'African' or 'Nigerian' in underground circles.

Flavor Profile

Old School
EarthyTropicalSpicyFloralHerbal
Modern
Earthy / DankExotic / ZPeppery / GassyFloral / PerfumeyHerbal / Fresh

History

Nigerian cannabis was a significant import into Europe and the UK throughout the 1970s. The strain was influential in the developing African diaspora cannabis culture. Nigerian genetics were collected by seed hunters in the 1990s and have been preserved by landrace preservation groups.

Notable breeders: The Real Seed Company, World of Seeds

Genetic Background

West African sativa landrace

Genetic Families

Nigerian is part of the following genetic families:

Landrace Sativa

Known Offspring

Strains that descend from Nigerian:

African Haze crosses

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the genetics of Nigerian?

Nigerian has a genetic lineage of Landrace — no known cross. West African sativa landrace

What is the THC content of Nigerian?

Nigerian typically tests at 13-18% THC with Low CBD.

What does Nigerian smell and taste like?

Nigerian has a Spicy, herbal, floral, earthy, tropical aroma profile, with flavors described as Spice, herbs, earth, tropical fruit.

What are the effects of Nigerian?

Users report Creative, euphoric, uplifting, energetic, psychedelic. As a sativa-dominant strain, it is known for uplifting cerebral effects.

How long does Nigerian take to flower?

Nigerian has a flowering time of approximately 12-16 weeks. Plants grow to a very tall height.

What is the history of Nigerian?

Nigerian cannabis was a significant import into Europe and the UK throughout the 1970s. The strain was influential in the developing African diaspora cannabis culture. Nigerian genetics were collected by seed hunters in the 1990s and have been preserved by landrace preservation groups.

Medical Applications

Nigerian is commonly associated with:

Stress & Anxiety Depression Creativity & Focus