- White Rhino is a hybrid Indica-dominant Hybrid strain originating from Netherlands, dating back to 1996.
- Lab tests place its THC content at approximately 19-24%.
- Its lineage runs through White Widow x North Indian Indica, making it a key reference point for breeders.
- Understanding its ancestry explains both its flavour profile and its characteristic effects.
- Dominant terpenes: Myrcene, Pinene, Terpinolene — driving its signature aroma and effects.
About White Rhino
White Rhino is an indica-dominant hybrid (approximately 80% indica / 20% sativa) bred by crossing White Widow with an Afghani-North Indian indica. The result is a compact, stocky plant with extremely thick, heavy buds that are absolutely caked in milky white trichomes. The aroma is pungent and earthy with deep woody notes, sweet pine, spicy pepper, and a hint of floral sweetness. The flavor profile includes sweet earth, pine, licorice, and woody hash. The effects are powerfully sedative and body-heavy, producing couch-lock at higher doses. White Rhino won multiple Cannabis Cups in the late 1990s and early 2000s and was among the strongest indicas available at the time of its release.
Flavor Profile
The Story & Lineage Origin
White Rhino was created by Green House Seeds as a follow-up to the phenomenal success of White Widow. By crossing White Widow with a potent North Indian indica, breeder Arjan added significant body effects and potency to the White family's signature resin production.
White Rhino won first prize in the Bio category at the 1996 High Times Cannabis Cup and continued to win awards in subsequent years. The strain was especially popular among medical users seeking strong pain relief and sleep aid.
It also became known for its extremely white, trichome-laden appearance, taking the White name quite literally. White Rhino was one of the defining 'super indicas' of the 1990s and helped establish Green House Seeds as a global leader in cannabis breeding.
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White Rhino is a popular strain on Amsterdam's coffeeshop menus. Prices and availability change daily based on supply, quality, and seasonal harvests.
- Centrum / De Wallen — Most tourist-facing shops stock popular strains like White Rhino
- Bedford Factory (Outer Space) — Premium selection with quality-tested White Rhino
- Barney's Gourmet Flowers — High-end White Rhino with detailed lab reports
- Grey Area — Curated White Rhino selection, limited stock
- LOF Amsterdam — Wide White Rhino variety with delivery options
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Genetic Background
White Widow (Brazilian x South Indian) x North Indian/Afghani indica landrace
Phenotypes & Cultivars
White Rhino is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
White Rhino is dominated by Myrcene, Pinene, Terpinolene. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the THC percentage of White Rhino?
White Rhino typically tests at 19-24% THC content in lab results, though actual potency varies by phenotype, growing conditions, and harvest. As an indica-leaning strain, the THC produces a heavier body-driven effect.
Is White Rhino a sativa or indica?
White Rhino is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain (Indica-dominant Hybrid). Bred from White Widow x North Indian Indica, its effects lean toward a relaxing, body-driven indica experience. Users report: Powerfully sedative, deeply relaxed, sleepy, hungry, euphoric, couch-lock at high doses.
White Rhino strain review — what to expect
White Rhino is known for Powerfully sedative, deeply relaxed, sleepy, hungry, euphoric, couch-lock at high doses. White Widow x North Indian Indica bred by Green House Seeds. An ultra-potent indica powerhouse that piled on the body effects while retaining the resin production that defined the White family of strains. The aroma profile features earthy, sweet pine, woody, spicy pepper, floral, hashish. Dominant terpenes: Myrcene, Pinene, Terpinolene.
What are the phenotypes of White Rhino?
White Rhino expresses several phenotypes and cuts, including White Rhino, White Rhino #1. The dominant phenotypes often show subtle differences in structure, flowering time, color expression, and terpene balance while sharing the same core genetics.
What is White Rhino crossed from?
White Rhino was bred from White Widow x North Indian Indica. Detailed ancestry: White Widow (Brazilian x South Indian) x North Indian/Afghani indica landrace. This cross produces the strain's characteristic effects, terpene profile, and growth pattern.
Is White Rhino available in Amsterdam coffee shops?
Yes — White Rhino is found on Amsterdam coffeeshop menus. Live Amsterdam pricing and shop availability is updated daily on DAM Live.
What terpenes are in White Rhino?
White Rhino is dominated by Myrcene, Pinene, Terpinolene. These aromatic compounds shape the strain's signature flavor, aroma, and contribute to its reported effects through the entourage effect.
How much does White Rhino yield and how long does it flower?
White Rhino has a flowering time of 7-9 weeks and produces medium to high (450-550 g/m²) yields. Plants reach short to medium height, making it well-suited for smaller grow spaces.
What is White Rhino and where does it come from?
White Rhino is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain that originates from Netherlands. It belongs to the 1990s era of cannabis genetics. White Widow x North Indian Indica bred by Green House Seeds. An ultra-potent indica powerhouse that piled on the body effects while retaining the resin production that defined the White family of strains.
What is the genetic background of White Rhino?
White Rhino has the following ancestry: White Widow (Brazilian x South Indian) x North Indian/Afghani indica landrace.
Is White Rhino indica or sativa?
White Rhino is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain. Learn how in indica vs sativa classification differs in our strain guide.
What does White Rhino smell and taste like?
White Rhino has a Earthy, sweet pine, woody, spicy pepper, floral, hashish aroma, with flavors described as Sweet earth, pine, licorice, woody hash, floral spice. Its dominant terpenes are Myrcene, Pinene, Terpinolene.
Medical Applications
White Rhino is commonly associated with: