Northern Lion: an indica strain with 19% THC, known for hungry.
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Northern Lion blends Northern phenotype × Lion lineage into an indica strain at 19% THC. Myrcene-rich profile: hungry. Taste: berry, diesel. For insomnia. Score: 6.8/10.
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Parents: Northern phenotype × Lion lineage
Suitable for evening relaxation, pairing perfectly with movies, dinner, or social winding-down.
Medical marijuana patients frequently turn to Northern Lion to help manage symptoms associated with insomnia. The strain's hungry properties are reported to help ease tension, reduce physical discomfort, and lift mood without causing excessive grogginess.
Evidence level: moderate — Supported by early-stage clinical trials indicating CBD and terpene synergies regulate stress and promote REM sleep.
Immediate head calm. A warm physical wave washing down the neck and shoulders, releasing joint tension.
Physical weight sets in. You will feel comfortable sinking into cushions, with stress melting away.
Deep sedation peak. Couch-lock occurs alongside strong appetite stimulation. Best time to put on a movie.
Mellow wind-down. Cerebral buzz settles into a peaceful, clear-headed calm. No hard crash.
Typical duration: 2.5 to 3.5 hours
Mental: Calm, slow, peaceful, free from stress thoughts.
Body: Heavy limbs, floating sensation, pain relief, hungry.
Enthusiasts looking for deep evening comfort, chronic pain relief, and help with sleeplessness.
Avoid this strain if you need to remain active, drive, or focus on detailed administrative tasks, as it induces muscle heaviness.
The secret to unlocking the full potential of Northern Lion lies in temperature control. To preserve its delicate Myrcene terpenes, vaporize at 334°F (168°C) rather than combusting. This triggers the entourage effect, blending its 19% THC with secondary cannabinoids. It offers a balanced transition, making it great for social afternoons, hiking, or relaxing after work. Beginners should start with a single inhalation due to its fast-acting onset, while seasoned users can appreciate its deep, multi-layered terpene depth.
Browse vaporizers & gear →For Northern Lion, seek Myrcene-dominant cuts with a clean evening finish. berry notes signal quality. Shines for creative work.
Pro tip: Northern Lion from Spain often tests higher in hungry than imports. Myrcene varies wildly between phenotypes — look for >0.5% Myrcene.
A indica cross of Afghan landrace, Alien Technology tests ~20% THC with a Myrcene nose. hungry, flavors of berry, pine. Used for depression, appetite loss. Score: 7/10.
From California, USA, Purple Select is an indica (Purple phenotype × Select lineage) at 25% THC. Myrcene profile: hungry. Flavor: diesel. Aroma: pine, pungent. For fatigue, depression, anxiety. Score: 7.5/10.
Green Sugar delivers an indica experience from Green phenotype × Sugar lineage. At 24% THC, Myrcene-led, bringing hungry. Taste: diesel, sweet. Medical: insomnia, fatigue. Score: 7.8/10.
From Green phenotype × Rosin lineage, Green Rosin is an indica cultivar at ~17% THC with Myrcene-forward terpenes. Expect hungry, flavors of herbal, pine. Chosen for depression, pain. Score: 6.8/10.
White Dream is an indica strain from White phenotype × Dream lineage. THC ~15%, dominant Myrcene, delivering hungry. Flavor: earthy, pine. Aroma: skunk, floral. Used for depression, insomnia. Score: 6.5/10.
A indica cross of Black phenotype × Rosin lineage, Black Rosin tests ~22% THC with a Myrcene nose. hungry, flavors of earthy, diesel. Used for depression. Score: 6.8/10.
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