About Sour Tsunami

Sour Tsunami was bred in California as one of the first strains specifically designed for high CBD content. It offers the classic diesel aroma of its Sour Diesel parent alongside a uniquely balanced effect that is calming without being intoxicating. The strain became a cornerstone of the medical cannabis movement.

Flavor Profile

Old School
DiesellyEarthySweetCitrusPine / Woody
Modern
GassyEarthy / DankZ / CandyZesty / ZPiney / Fresh

History

Sour Tsunami was created in California by Southern Humboldt Seed Collective around 2008. It was among the first strains where breeders explicitly selected for CBD rather than THC. It gained widespread recognition in the medical cannabis community and helped legitimise CBD as a primary breeding target.

Notable breeders: Southern Humboldt Seed Collective

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Genetic Background

Complex diesel hybrid combining two NYC Diesel lines

Parent Genetics

Sour Tsunami descends from:

NYC Diesel Sour Diesel

Known Offspring

Strains that descend from Sour Tsunami:

Harle-Tsu Sour Tsunami crosses

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the genetics of Sour Tsunami?

Sour Tsunami has a genetic lineage of Sour Diesel x NYC Diesel. Complex diesel hybrid combining two NYC Diesel lines

What is the THC content of Sour Tsunami?

Sour Tsunami typically tests at 5-10% THC with 8-12% CBD.

What does Sour Tsunami smell and taste like?

Sour Tsunami has a Diesel, citrus, earthy, sweet aroma profile, with flavors described as Diesel, citrus, sour, pine.

What are the effects of Sour Tsunami?

Users report Relaxed, focused, clear-headed, creative, calm.

How long does Sour Tsunami take to flower?

Sour Tsunami has a flowering time of approximately 8-9 weeks. Plants grow to a medium to tall height.

What is the history of Sour Tsunami?

Sour Tsunami was created in California by Southern Humboldt Seed Collective around 2008. It was among the first strains where breeders explicitly selected for CBD rather than THC. It gained widespread recognition in the medical cannabis community and helped legitimise CBD as a primary breeding target.

Medical Applications

Sour Tsunami is commonly associated with:

Stress & Anxiety Depression Creativity & Focus