Cannabis Seeds: The Complete Cannabis Strain Database.
Cannabis Seeds: The Complete Cannabis Strain Database.
The Ultimate A–Z Guide to Cannabis Seeds and Cannabis Genetics
Welcome to The Complete Cannabis Strain Database, an educational guide to some of the world's best-known cannabis genetics. This database has been created to help collectors understand the history, lineage and breeding heritage behind the world's most famous cannabis seeds.
Each entry includes:
Genetics
Genetic family
Classification
Origin
History
Famous descendants
Related cannabis seeds.
This database is organised alphabetically and is designed as a long-term reference covering the most influential cannabis genetics ever developed.
Family: Landrace Cannabis Seeds
Classification: Sativa
Origin: Acapulco, Mexico
Genetics
Acapulco Gold is a historic Mexican landrace cannabis genetic that became internationally recognised during the 1960s and 1970s.
History
Often regarded as one of the original premium cannabis genetics, Acapulco Gold helped shape early breeding projects and contributed to some of the first hybrid cannabis seeds.
Famous Descendants
Skunk #1
Early Californian hybrids
Why It's Famous
One of the world's original legendary cannabis genetics.
Family: Afghan Landrace
Classification: Indica
Origin: Afghanistan
Genetics
Afghan cannabis seeds represent one of the oldest surviving cannabis gene pools.
History
Collected from the mountains of Afghanistan, these genetics became the backbone of countless modern cannabis breeding programmes.
Famous Descendants
Northern Lights
Master Kush
Black Domina
Afghan Kush
Skunk #1
Why It's Famous
Nearly every modern indica cannabis seed contains Afghan ancestry.
Family: Kush
Classification: Indica
Origin: Afghanistan
Genetics
Pure Afghan heritage.
History
Afghan Kush remains one of the most respected classic cannabis seeds and continues to influence Kush breeding projects.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Master Kush
Hindu Kush
Northern Lights
AK-47 Cannabis Seeds
Family: Classic Hybrid
Classification: Hybrid
Colombian × Mexican × Thai × Afghan
Released during the 1990s, AK-47 rapidly became one of the most awarded cannabis strains ever produced.
Numerous modern hybrids use AK-47 genetics because of their established breeding history.
A legendary multi-award-winning cannabis genetic.
Family: Cookies
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Alien Dawg × Girl Scout Cookies
History
Alien Cookies introduced another important branch of the expanding Cookies family.
Related Cannabis Seeds
MAC1
Miracle Alien Cookies
Amnesia Haze Cannabis Seeds
Family: Haze
Classification: Sativa-dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Haze lineage
History
Amnesia Haze became one of Europe's most recognisable Haze cannabis seeds.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Super Silver Haze
Lemon Haze
Neville's Haze
Animal Cookies Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cookies
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Girl Scout Cookies × Fire OG
History
Animal Cookies became one of the earliest elite descendants of Girl Scout Cookies.
Famous Descendants
Wedding Cake lineage
Modern Cookies hybrids.
Apple Fritter Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cookies
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Sour Apple × Animal Cookies
History
Apple Fritter quickly became one of the most popular modern California cannabis genetics.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Animal Cookies
Jealousy
Banana Kush Cannabis Seeds
Family: Kush
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Kush lineage
History
Banana Kush combines classic Kush ancestry with modern breeding and remains popular among collectors.
Family: Kush
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
OG Kush lineage
History
Banana OG became one of the most influential modern Kush cannabis seeds.
Famous Descendants
Banana Runtz
Banana Punch.
Banana Punch Cannabis Seeds
Family: Banana
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Banana OG × Purple Punch
History
A modern hybrid combining Banana and Purple cannabis genetics.
Family: Runtz
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Runtz × Banana OG
History
Banana Runtz became one of the standout California-inspired cannabis genetics of recent years.
Related Cannabis Seeds
White Runtz
Purple Runtz
Gelato
Biscotti Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cookies
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Cookies lineage
History
Biscotti became one of the most influential modern breeding parents and appears in numerous elite hybrids.
Famous Descendants
Permanent Marker
Jealousy lineage.
Black Cherry Punch Cannabis Seeds
Family: Purple
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Purple Punch lineage
History
Known for extending the Purple family into newer breeding projects.
Family: Afghan
Classification: Indica
Genetics
Afghan selection
History
A respected classic cannabis genetic built upon strong Afghan ancestry.
Family: Cheese
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Blueberry × Cheese
History
One of the best-known descendants of the original Cheese genetic.
Family: Blueberry
Classification: Sativa-dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Blueberry × Haze
History
Blue Dream became one of the most recognised American cannabis strains and remains popular worldwide.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Blueberry
Haze.
Blueberry Cannabis Seeds
Family: Blueberry
Classification: Indica-dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Classic DJ Short breeding project
History
Blueberry helped establish one of the most influential fruit-forward cannabis families.
Famous Descendants
Blue Dream
Blue Cheese
Berry White.
Bruce Banner Cannabis Seeds
Family: OG/Chem
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
OG Kush lineage × Strawberry Diesel lineage
History
Bruce Banner gained international recognition as a modern American hybrid.
Family: Classic Hybrid
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Historic hybrid lineage
History
Bubblegum became one of the best-known classic cannabis seeds developed during the expansion of Dutch breeding.
Family: Kush
Classification: Indica
Genetics
Kush lineage
History
A cornerstone of the Kush family and still widely used in breeding programmes.
Family: Kush
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
OG Kush lineage
History
Candy Kush combines classic Kush genetics with sweeter modern selections.
Family: Cookies
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Cookies family
History
One of the standout modern descendants of the Cookies genetic line.
Family: Cookies
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Granddaddy Purple × Durban Poison
History
Cherry Pie became an important bridge between Purple and Cookies genetics.
Famous Descendants
Girl Scout Cookies lineage
Cheese Cannabis Seeds
Family: Skunk
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
History
Originating in the United Kingdom, Cheese became one of Britain's most famous cannabis genetics.
Famous Descendants
Blue Cheese
Exodus Cheese.
Chemdawg Cannabis Seeds
Family: Chem
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Historic American genetics
History
Chemdawg is considered one of the most influential cannabis genetics ever discovered.
Famous Descendants
OG Kush
Sour Diesel
Stardawg
GMO
Headband.
Chocolope Cannabis Seeds
Family: Haze
Classification: Sativa-dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Chocolate Thai × Cannalope Haze
History
A celebrated Haze descendant combining classic tropical lineage with modern breeding.
Family: Classic Hybrid
Classification: Sativa-dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Historic hybrid selection
History
Cinderella 99 became renowned for its distinctive breeding history and continues to feature in modern breeding projects.
Family: Landrace
Classification: Sativa
Origin: Colombia
Genetics
History
Colombian Gold was one of the foundational tropical cannabis genetics used in early hybrid breeding.
Famous Descendants
Skunk #1
Early Haze breeding.
Critical Cannabis Seeds
Family: Skunk/Afghan
Classification: Indica-dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Afghani × Skunk
History
Critical became one of Europe's most successful commercial cannabis genetics and remains a favourite among collectors.
This first section covered some of the most important cannabis strains from A to C, including foundational landrace cannabis seeds, classic hybrids and influential modern cannabis genetics.
The next part will continue with D–G, featuring legendary strains including Durban Poison, Do-Si-Dos, Forbidden Fruit, Gelato, GMO, Gorilla Glue, Granddaddy Purple and many more.
Part 2 of 5 – D to G
Welcome to Part 2 of The Complete Cannabis Strain Database. This section continues alphabetically, covering some of the most influential cannabis seeds beginning with the letters D through G. These cannabis genetics have played a significant role in modern breeding and continue to appear in breeder catalogues around the world.
Family: Cookies Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Girl Scout Cookies × Face Off OG
History
Do-Si-Dos is one of the best-known descendants of the Cookies family. It combines the influence of Girl Scout Cookies with classic OG genetics, making it an important modern breeding strain.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Girl Scout Cookies
Face Off OG
Peanut Butter Breath
Dolato.
Why It's Famous
One of the first elite Cookies hybrids to become popular worldwide.
Family: Gelato Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Do-Si-Dos × Gelato
History
Dolato combines two of California's most influential cannabis families and has become a respected modern hybrid.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Gelato
Do-Si-Dos
Gelatti.
Double Dream Cannabis Seeds
Family: Haze Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics: Blue Dream × Dream Star
History
Double Dream extends the famous Blue Dream family and remains popular with collectors interested in Haze-influenced cannabis genetics.
Family: Landrace Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa
Origin: Durban, South Africa
Genetics
South African landrace.
History
Durban Poison is one of the world's most famous landrace cannabis seeds. Unlike many modern hybrids, Durban Poison remains closely associated with its original South African heritage.
Famous Descendants
Girl Scout Cookies
Durban Z
Numerous modern breeding projects.
Why It's Famous
One of the most important pure sativa cannabis genetics ever preserved.
Family: Zkittlez Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Durban Poison × Zkittlez lineage
History
Durban Z represents the meeting of classic landrace genetics and modern California breeding.
Family: Cheese Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Original Cheese Selection
History
Exodus Cheese is widely recognised as one of the most authentic Cheese selections and remains extremely popular in the UK.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Cheese
Blue Cheese
Big Buddha Cheese.
Face Off OG Cannabis Seeds
Family: OG Kush Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
History
Face Off OG became famous after contributing to several important breeding projects, including Do-Si-Dos.
Family: OG Kush Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: OG Kush Lineage
History
Fire OG became one of the strongest branches of the OG Kush family and appears throughout modern cannabis breeding.
Forbidden Fruit Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cherry/Purple Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Cherry Pie × Tangie
History
Forbidden Fruit quickly became one of the best-known fruit-inspired cannabis genetics developed in California.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Cherry Pie
Tangie
Purple Punch
Fruit Spirit Cannabis Seeds
Family: Blueberry Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
History
Fruit Spirit combines classic berry genetics with modern hybrid breeding.
Family: Gelato Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Sunset Sherbet × Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies
History
Few cannabis seeds have changed modern breeding as dramatically as Gelato.
Developed in California, Gelato became the parent of numerous elite hybrids and is now considered one of the most influential cannabis genetics ever created.
Famous Descendants
Runtz
Gelatti
London Poundcake
RS11
Ice Cream Cake.
Why It's Famous
One of the defining cannabis genetics of the modern era.
Family: Gelato Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
History
Gelato #33 is among the best-known Gelato selections and has been used extensively in modern breeding projects.
Family: Gelato Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
History
Gelatti combines two elite California families and has become an important modern breeding line.
Family: Chem Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Chemdawg × Girl Scout Cookies
History
GMO demonstrates how classic Chem genetics and Cookies genetics continue to combine to produce elite modern cannabis seeds.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Chemdawg
Girl Scout Cookies.
Golden Goat Cannabis Seeds
Family: Hybrid
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
History
Golden Goat became recognised for combining tropical genetics with modern hybrid breeding.
Family: Gorilla Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Gorilla Glue Lineage
History
Gorilla Breath expanded the famous Gorilla family into new breeding projects.
Gorilla Cookies Cannabis Seeds
Family: Gorilla/Cookies Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Gorilla Glue × Girl Scout Cookies
History
This hybrid combines two of the most influential cannabis families ever created.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Gorilla Glue
Girl Scout Cookies
Cookies Family
Gorilla Glue Cannabis Seeds
Family: Gorilla Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Chem's Sister × Sour Dubb × Chocolate Diesel
History
Originally known as GG4, Gorilla Glue became one of the world's most famous cannabis genetics during the 2010s.
Its exceptional lineage made it an important parent in countless modern breeding projects.
Famous Descendants
Gorilla Cookies
Gorilla Zkittlez
Gorilla Punch
Gorilla Breath
Why It's Famous
One of the most successful modern cannabis genetics ever released.
Family: Gorilla Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Gorilla Glue × Purple Punch
History
Combining Gorilla and Purple families created another successful modern hybrid.
Gorilla Zkittlez Cannabis Seeds
Family: Gorilla/Zkittlez Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Gorilla Glue × Zkittlez
History
Gorilla Zkittlez is one of the most popular descendants of the Gorilla family and remains widely available from leading breeders.
Family: Purple Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Indica-Dominant Hybrid
History
Grape Ape became one of the most recognised purple cannabis genetics and has contributed to numerous modern breeding projects.
Family: Purple Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Cherry Pie Lineage
History
Grape Pie combines classic Purple and Cherry genetics into a modern hybrid.
Granddaddy Purple Cannabis Seeds
Family: Purple Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Indica
Genetics: Purple Urkle × Big Bud
History
Granddaddy Purple became one of the defining purple cannabis genetics and helped establish the modern Purple family.
Famous Descendants
Purple Punch
Numerous Purple Hybrids
Why It's Famous
One of the world's most recognisable purple cannabis seeds.
Family: Classic Hybrid
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
History
Green Crack remains one of the best-known classic American cannabis genetics and continues to appear in breeder collections.
Family: Gelato Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Gelato Lineage
History
Green Gelato extends the influence of one of California's most successful cannabis families.
This section covered the cannabis strains beginning with D through G, including some of the most important genetics ever developed.
Highlights included:
Durban Poison
Do-Si-Dos
Forbidden Fruit
Gelato
GMO
Gorilla Glue
Gorilla Zkittlez
Granddaddy Purple
These cannabis seeds continue to shape modern breeding and appear in countless new hybrid cannabis seeds released every year.
Part 3 continues with H–M, covering legendary cannabis seeds including:
Haze
Headband
Hindu Kush
Ice Cream Cake
Jack Herer
Jealousy
Kosher Kush
Lemon Cherry Gelato
Lemon Haze
London Poundcake
MAC1
Mango Haze
Mimosa
Mochi
These cannabis genetics form the bridge between classic breeding projects and today's elite California cannabis families.
Welcome to Part 3 of The Complete Cannabis Strain Database. This section covers cannabis strains beginning with the letters H through M, featuring many of the world's most influential cannabis seeds. These cannabis genetics have shaped modern breeding programmes and continue to appear in breeder catalogues worldwide.
Family: Haze Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa
Origin: California, USA
Genetics
Original Haze is widely accepted to have been developed using several tropical landrace cannabis genetics.
History
Haze became one of the most important cannabis families ever created. During the 1980s and 1990s, Dutch breeders refined Haze genetics into many legendary cannabis seeds that remain popular today.
Famous Descendants
Super Silver Haze
Neville's Haze
Amnesia Haze
Lemon Haze
Jack Herer
Why It's Famous
Haze remains one of the foundations of modern sativa cannabis breeding.
Family: Chem/Diesel Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: OG Kush × Sour Diesel
History
Headband combines two legendary American cannabis genetics into one influential hybrid.
Related Cannabis Seeds
OG Kush
Sour Diesel
Chemdawg.
Hindu Kush Cannabis Seeds
Family: Kush Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Indica
Origin: Afghanistan/Pakistan
Genetics
Landrace Kush genetics.
History
Hindu Kush is one of the oldest surviving cannabis genetics and remains an essential part of countless breeding programmes.
Famous Descendants
Master Kush
OG Kush lineage
Numerous Kush hybrids
Ice Cream Cake Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cake Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Gelato #33 × Wedding Cake
History
Ice Cream Cake became one of the defining dessert-inspired cannabis genetics of the modern era.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Gelato
Wedding Cake
London Poundcake
Jack Herer Cannabis Seeds
Family: Haze Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics: Haze × Northern Lights × Skunk
History
Named after cannabis activist Jack Herer, this legendary hybrid became one of the world's most respected cannabis seeds.
Jack Herer continues to influence modern Haze breeding.
Family: Cookies Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Cookies lineage.
History
Jealousy quickly became one of the most desirable California cannabis genetics and continues to influence modern breeding.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Biscotti
Permanent Marker
RS11
Family: Modern Hybrid
Classification: Hybrid
History
Jelly Donutz is one of the newest dessert-inspired cannabis genetics and has become increasingly popular among collectors.
Family: Kush Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Indica
Genetics
OG Kush lineage.
History
Kosher Kush remains one of the most respected Kush cannabis seeds and has received multiple industry awards.
LA Confidential Cannabis Seeds
Family: Kush Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Indica
Genetics
Classic Californian Kush breeding.
History
LA Confidential became one of the defining Kush cannabis seeds of the early 2000s.
Family: Cake Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Wedding Cake lineage.
History
Layer Cake extended the rapidly growing Cake cannabis family and remains a popular modern hybrid.
Lemon Cherry Gelato Cannabis Seeds
Family: Gelato Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Gelato lineage.
History
Lemon Cherry Gelato has become one of the most talked-about California cannabis genetics in recent years.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Gelato
RS11
Permanent Marker
Lemon Haze Cannabis Seeds
Family: Haze Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics: Haze lineage.
History
Lemon Haze became one of the most recognisable descendants of the Haze family.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Super Lemon Haze
Amnesia Haze.
London Poundcake Cannabis Seeds
Family: Gelato Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Gelato lineage.
History
London Poundcake rapidly became one of California's most influential dessert-inspired cannabis genetics.
Famous Descendants
Modern Gelato hybrids
Premium California breeding projects.
LSD Cannabis Seeds
Family: Classic Hybrid
Classification: Hybrid
History
LSD became well known through Dutch breeding and continues to feature in breeder catalogues worldwide.
Family: Cookies Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Alien Cookies × Miracle 15
History
MAC1 is regarded as one of the finest modern cannabis genetics available today.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Alien Cookies
Miracle Alien Cookies
Why It's Famous
MAC1 has become a benchmark for premium modern breeding.
Family: Haze Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Haze lineage.
History
Mango Haze combines tropical-inspired genetics with classic Haze breeding.
Family: Kush Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Indica
Genetics
Afghan/Hindu Kush lineage.
History
Master Kush remains one of the world's most respected classic Kush cannabis seeds.
Family: Purple/Clementine Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Clementine × Purple Punch
History
Mimosa quickly became one of the most successful fruit-inspired modern cannabis genetics.
Miracle Alien Cookies Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cookies Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
History
Often abbreviated as MAC, Miracle Alien Cookies became the foundation of the famous MAC1 breeding project.
Family: Gelato Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Gelato lineage.
History
Mochi expanded the Gelato family into another highly respected modern hybrid.
Family: Haze Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics: White Widow × Haze
History
Moby Dick combines two legendary cannabis families and remains one of the best-known Haze hybrids.
Monster Cookies Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cookies Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Girl Scout Cookies lineage.
History
Monster Cookies became another successful extension of the expanding Cookies family.
Family: Chem Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Chemdawg × SFV OG Kush
History
Motorbreath combines classic Chem and Kush genetics into a respected modern hybrid.
This section covered cannabis strains from H through M, including some of the most influential cannabis genetics ever developed.
Featured highlights included:
Haze
Hindu Kush
Ice Cream Cake
Jack Herer
Jealousy
Kosher Kush
Lemon Cherry Gelato
London Poundcake
MAC1
Mimosa
These cannabis seeds continue to play an important role in modern breeding, with many serving as parents for today's newest hybrid cannabis seeds.
Part 4 continues with N–S, including:
Neville's Haze
Northern Lights
OG Kush
Orange Bud
Permanent Marker
Pineapple Express
Purple Haze
Purple Punch
Purple Runtz
Rainbow Belts
RS11
Runtz
Sherbet
Sherbanger
Skunk #1
Slurricane
Sour Diesel
Stardawg
These genetics represent some of the most influential cannabis families in modern breeding and continue to dominate breeder collections worldwide.
Welcome to Part 4 of The Complete Cannabis Strain Database. This section covers cannabis strains beginning with the letters N through S, featuring many of the world's most influential cannabis seeds. These cannabis genetics have shaped modern breeding for decades and continue to appear in breeder catalogues across the globe.
Family: Haze Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics: Haze × Northern Lights
History
Named after legendary breeder Neville Schoenmakers, Neville's Haze became one of the defining Haze hybrids of the 1980s and 1990s.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Original Haze
Super Silver Haze
Jack Herer
Why It's Famous
One of the most respected Haze cannabis seeds ever developed.
Northern Lights Cannabis Seeds
Family: Afghan Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Indica
Genetics: Primarily Afghan lineage
History
Northern Lights is regarded as one of the greatest cannabis genetics ever created. Developed during the early years of modern cannabis breeding, it became a foundation parent for hundreds of hybrid cannabis seeds.
Famous Descendants
Shiva Skunk
Super Silver Haze
Jack Herer
Numerous Kush hybrids.
Why It's Famous
One of the most influential cannabis seeds in breeding history.
Family: Skunk Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Classic Skunk breeding.
History
Orange Bud became a well-known Dutch classic and remains popular among collectors.
Family: Sherbet Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
History
Orange Sherbet combines citrus-inspired genetics with modern California breeding.
Family: Gorilla Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Chem's Sister × Sour Dubb × Chocolate Diesel
History
Original Glue is another recognised name for the famous Gorilla Glue genetic and remains one of the most influential modern cannabis seeds.
Permanent Marker Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cookies Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Biscotti × Jealousy × Sherb BX
History
Permanent Marker is one of the newest elite California cannabis genetics and has quickly gained a reputation among breeders for its complex lineage.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Jealousy
Biscotti
Sherbanger
RS11
Pineapple Chunk Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cheese Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Cheese lineage
History
Pineapple Chunk combines classic Cheese ancestry with tropical-inspired breeding.
Pineapple Express Cannabis Seeds
Family: Tropical Hybrid
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Tropical lineage
History
Pineapple Express became internationally recognised after the release of the film of the same name and remains one of the best-known cannabis genetics.
Family: Runtz Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
History
Pink Runtz expanded the already successful Runtz family and remains one of today's most popular modern cannabis seeds.
Family: Haze Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa
Genetics
Classic Haze lineage
History
Purple Haze is one of the most iconic cannabis genetics ever named and remains an important part of cannabis culture.
Family: Purple Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Larry OG × Granddaddy Purple
History
Purple Punch became one of the defining Purple cannabis genetics and has contributed to numerous modern hybrids.
Famous Descendants
Banana Punch
Mimosa lineage
Modern Purple hybrids.
Purple Runtz Cannabis Seeds
Family: Runtz Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Runtz lineage
History
Purple Runtz remains one of the best-known descendants of the Runtz cannabis family.
Family: Zkittlez Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Zkittlez lineage
History
Rainbow Belts has become one of the standout modern California cannabis genetics.
Family: Runtz Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Runtz lineage
History
Rainbow Runtz extends the growing Runtz family and demonstrates the continuing popularity of Gelato and Zkittlez breeding.
Family: Gelato Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Pink Guava × OZK
History
RS11 is one of the most desirable modern cannabis genetics and has become a favourite among collectors looking for premium California-inspired cannabis seeds.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Gelato
London Poundcake
Permanent Marker.
Runtz Cannabis Seeds
Family: Runtz Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Gelato × Zkittlez
History
Few cannabis seeds have influenced modern breeding more than Runtz. Since its introduction, it has become one of the most widely used parent genetics in California breeding programmes.
Famous Descendants
White Runtz
Banana Runtz
Purple Runtz
Pink Runtz
Rainbow Runtz
Black Runtz
Why It's Famous
One of the defining cannabis genetics of the modern era.
Family: Sherbet Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Sherbet lineage
History
Sherbanger combines elite California genetics and has become increasingly important in premium breeding projects.
Family: Sherbet Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
History
Sherbet genetics have become one of the foundations of modern California cannabis breeding.
Famous Descendants
Gelato
RS11
Sherbanger
Sunset Sherbet.
Shiva Skunk Cannabis Seeds
Family: Skunk Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Skunk #1 × Northern Lights
History
Shiva Skunk combines two legendary cannabis families and remains one of the great Dutch classics.
Family: Skunk Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Afghan × Colombian Gold × Acapulco Gold
History
Skunk #1 is widely regarded as one of the first stable hybrid cannabis seeds and one of the most influential cannabis genetics ever developed.
Famous Descendants
Cheese
Shiva Skunk
Lemon Skunk
Countless modern hybrids
Why It's Famous
The foundation of modern hybrid cannabis breeding.
Family: Purple Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Purple Punch × Do-Si-Dos
History
Slurricane combines Purple and Cookies genetics to produce one of the most recognised modern hybrids.
Family: Diesel Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics: Diesel lineage
History
Sour Diesel became one of America's most influential cannabis genetics and continues to appear throughout modern breeding.
Famous Descendants
Headband
Numerous Diesel hybrids.
Stardawg Cannabis Seeds
Family: Chem Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Chemdawg × Tres Dawg
History
Stardawg remains one of the United Kingdom's most popular cannabis seeds and has become a cornerstone of modern Chem breeding.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Chemdawg
GMO
Headband
Why It's Famous
A legendary Chem descendant and one of the UK's favourite cannabis genetics.
Strawberry Banana Cannabis Seeds
Family: Banana Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Banana lineage
History
Strawberry Banana combines fruity modern genetics into one of the best-known Banana family cannabis seeds.
This section covered cannabis strains from N through S, including many of the world's most influential cannabis genetics.
Featured highlights included:
Northern Lights
OG-inspired descendants
Permanent Marker
Purple Punch
Rainbow Belts
RS11
Runtz
Sherbet
Skunk #1
Sour Diesel
Stardawg
Together, these cannabis seeds represent some of the most important breeding projects in both classic and modern cannabis genetics.
Part 5 completes The Complete Cannabis Strain Database with T–Z, including:
Tahoe OG
Tangie
Thin Mint
Trainwreck
White Rhino
White Widow
Wedding Cake
Zkittlez
Zombie Kush.
Welcome to the final part of The Complete Cannabis Strain Database. This section completes the alphabet with cannabis strains beginning with T through Z, followed by comparison tables, frequently asked questions and a summary of the world's most influential cannabis genetics.
Family: OG Kush Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: OG Kush lineage
History
Tahoe OG is one of the best-known members of the OG Kush family and has been used in numerous modern breeding projects.
Related Cannabis Seeds
OG Kush
Fire OG
Banana OG.
Tangie Cannabis Seeds
Family: Citrus Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics: California Orange × Skunk lineage
History
Tangie became one of the defining citrus-inspired cannabis genetics of the modern era and remains popular with breeders looking to introduce citrus characteristics into new hybrids.
Famous Descendants
Forbidden Fruit
Tangie hybrids
Modern citrus breeding projects.
Thin Mint Cannabis Seeds
Family: Cookies Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Girl Scout Cookies selection
History
Thin Mint is one of the most famous Girl Scout Cookies phenotypes and played a major role in creating Gelato.
Related Cannabis Seeds
Girl Scout Cookies
Gelato
Sunset Sherbet.
Trainwreck Cannabis Seeds
Family: Classic Hybrid
Classification: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Historic Californian hybrid.
History
Trainwreck became one of the best-known West Coast cannabis genetics and remains a respected classic.
Family: Kush Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
OG Kush lineage.
History
Triangle Kush is an influential Kush genetic that later contributed to Wedding Cake.
Famous Descendants
Wedding Cake
Modern Cake genetics.
White Rhino Cannabis Seeds.
Family: Widow Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Indica-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics
White Widow lineage.
History
White Rhino became one of the earliest successful descendants of White Widow.
Family: Runtz Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Runtz lineage.
History
White Runtz quickly became one of the most recognised modern cannabis genetics and remains a premium California-inspired hybrid.
Family: Widow Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Classic hybrid lineage
History
White Widow became one of the defining cannabis genetics of the 1990s and remains one of the world's most recognised cannabis seeds.
Famous Descendants
White Rhino
White Russian
Great White Shark
Why It's Famous
A multiple award-winning cannabis genetic that helped establish Dutch breeding on the global stage.
Family: Widow Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
History
White Russian combines two legendary cannabis families into one respected classic hybrid.
Family: Cake Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics: Triangle Kush × Animal Mints
History
Wedding Cake is one of the most influential modern cannabis genetics and has inspired countless dessert-themed hybrids.
Famous Descendants
Ice Cream Cake
Layer Cake
Wedding Crasher
Why It's Famous
A cornerstone of modern California cannabis breeding.
Family: Zkittlez Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Hybrid
Genetics
Modern California hybrid.
History
Zkittlez became one of the defining cannabis genetics of the late 2010s. Its influence expanded dramatically after becoming one of the parents of Runtz.
Famous Descendants
Runtz
Rainbow Belts
Gorilla Zkittlez
White Runtz lineage
Why It's Famous
One of the most influential modern cannabis genetics.
Family: Kush Cannabis Genetics
Classification: Indica-Dominant Hybrid
Genetics
Kush lineage.
History
Zombie Kush combines classic Kush breeding with modern hybrid development and remains popular with collectors.
Top 25 Most Influential Cannabis Strains
Rank Cannabis Strain Genetic Family
1 Afghan Landrace
2 Skunk #1 Skunk
3 Northern Lights Afghan
4 Haze Haze
5 White Widow Widow
6 OG Kush Kush
7 Chemdawg Chem
8 Sour Diesel Diesel
9 Girl Scout Cookies Cookies
10 Gelato Gelato
11 Zkittlez Zkittlez
12 Runtz Runtz
13 Gorilla Glue Gorilla
14 Wedding Cake Cake
15 Granddaddy Purple Purple
16 Stardawg Chem
17 Durban Poison Landrace
18 Jack Herer Haze
19 Cheese Skunk
20 Blueberry Blueberry
21 MAC1 Cookies
22 Permanent Marker Cookies
23 RS11 Gelato
24 Banana Runtz Runtz
25 London Poundcake Gelato.
Cannabis Family Comparison
Family Classic Examples Modern Descendants
Landrace Afghan, Durban Poison Kush, Skunk, Haze hybrids
Kush Hindu Kush, OG Kush Banana OG, Tahoe OG
Skunk Skunk #1 Cheese, Shiva Skunk
Haze Original Haze Amnesia Haze, Lemon Haze
Chem Chemdawg Stardawg, GMO
Diesel Sour Diesel Headband
Cookies Girl Scout Cookies Gelato, Jealousy, Permanent Marker
Gelato Gelato Runtz, RS11, London Poundcake
Runtz Runtz White Runtz, Banana Runtz
Purple Granddaddy Purple Purple Punch, Purple Runtz.
Why Cannabis Genetics Matter
Every modern cannabis seed tells the story of decades of selective breeding.
Understanding cannabis genetics allows collectors to:
Recognise famous parent strains.
Compare cannabis seeds more effectively.
Understand breeder lineages.
Discover related cannabis genetics.
Appreciate the history of cannabis breeding.
Many of today's newest cannabis seeds still trace their ancestry back to legendary genetics such as Afghan, Skunk #1, Haze, Northern Lights, Chemdawg and OG Kush.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a cannabis strain?
A cannabis strain is a named genetic line developed through breeding and selection. Many modern strains combine genetics from multiple parent lines.
What are cannabis genetics?
Cannabis genetics are the inherited characteristics passed from parent plants through cannabis seeds.
What are landrace cannabis seeds?
Landrace cannabis seeds are naturally occurring cannabis populations that evolved in specific regions over many generations without modern breeding.
Which cannabis genetics are the most influential?
Afghan, Skunk #1, Haze, Northern Lights, Chemdawg, OG Kush, Girl Scout Cookies, Gelato, Zkittlez and Runtz are among the most influential cannabis genetics.
Why do breeders create new cannabis strains?
Breeders combine desirable genetics to create new cultivars with unique characteristics and expanded genetic diversity.
Where can I buy premium cannabis seeds?
Discount Cannabis Seeds stocks a wide selection of cannabis seeds from leading breeders, including feminised cannabis seeds, auto flower cannabis seeds, F1 cannabis seeds, triploid cannabis seeds and bulk cannabis seeds.
About the Author
Molly – Cannabis Genetics Specialist
Molly is a Cannabis Genetics Specialist at Discount Cannabis Seeds with more than 10 years of experience researching cannabis seeds, breeder histories and cannabis genetics. She specialises in producing educational resources that help collectors understand the evolution and lineage of the world's most famous cannabis seeds.
"Cannabis breeding has evolved through decades of careful selection, preservation and innovation. Understanding the history behind legendary genetics such as Afghan, Skunk #1, Haze, OG Kush, Gelato and Runtz helps collectors appreciate how today's cannabis seeds continue to build on that remarkable heritage."
The world of cannabis genetics continues to evolve as breeders develop new cultivars while preserving the legendary genetics that shaped the industry.
From historic landrace cannabis seeds to today's elite hybrid cannabis seeds, every new release forms part of an ever-growing genetic family tree.
Whether you're interested in classic cannabis seeds, modern California genetics, feminised cannabis seeds, auto flower cannabis seeds, F1 cannabis seeds or triploid cannabis seeds, understanding their lineage provides valuable insight into the remarkable history of cannabis breeding.
The Complete Cannabis Strain Database will continue to grow as new cannabis genetics are introduced, ensuring it remains a valuable educational resource for collectors exploring the world's most famous cannabis seeds.
This article is provided for educational and informational purposes only. Cannabis cultivation laws vary by country, state and region. Customers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable local laws and regulations. Cannabis seeds sold by Discount Cannabis Seeds are intended for souvenir, collectible and genetic preservation purposes where permitted by law. Always check your local legislation before purchasing or possessing cannabis seeds.
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