By: Will Keever
Choosing the right cannabis strain for your body can be tricky, but a wide variety of users have found balance with Harlequin. This strain delivers a warm high for a tense body and a soft massage for a busy mind.
You have come to the right place if you are looking for an ideal daytime use strain.
Whether you’re reconnecting with old friends on a zoom chat-and-craft hour or adding twenty minutes to your yoga session, Harlequin provides an uplifting high with its Sativa-dominant profile but soothes the body with its high-CBD percentage.
Sometimes THC can be too much, but people still yearn for the relaxing effects cannabis can provide. High-CBD strains like Harlequin are the answer to that problem.
This well-balanced strain can be used to support an overactive mind trying to tackle a Saturday chore list, add a little rosiness to a Friday evening movie, or immerse your body into a personal wellness day at the spa.
Harlequin at a glance:
| Effects | Flavors | Common Use | THC % | CBD % | Type |
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4%-7% | 8%-16% | Sativa dominant
>75% Sativa <25% indica |
What is the Harlequin strain of cannabis?
A Harlequin is a trickster whose multi-colored patchwork is appropriate for the strain’s diverse lineage.
It was created by Mr. Green of the House of David Collective, who crossed three landrace sativa strains—a 1970’s Columbian Gold, a Thai, and a Swiss—with a Nepalese indica.
The original intention was to produce a strain that worked well for hash production, but the surprisingly high amount of CBD made Harlequin a game changer in the fledgling medicinal market.
Harlequin was one of the first CBD-rich strains, and other varieties with large amounts of CBD are either influenced by Harlequin or have it in their DNA!
It is a great strain to grow for beginners and can be ready to harvest after only 8 weeks. The ideal growing temperature is between 70- and 80-degrees Fahrenheit, but because of its eclectic lineage, Harlequin can be grown in a variety of climates.
Harlequin review: Flavor, smell, appearance
The high-CBD content complimenting its Sativa-dominant phenotype makes Harlequin a unique strain.
With a ratio of about 5:2 CBD to THC, it allows users to get the best of both cannabinoids, making it a great addition to many different lifestyles.
Flavor
Harlequin’s dominant flavor is a sweet mango and citrus blend with earthy undertones giving it a well-rounded profile. Its CBD-rich flower gives a smooth hit, avoiding that harsh kick you get from smoking high-THC or diesel-rich strains.
Smell
A freshly harvested flower smells sweet and musky. After the curing process, the sweetness matures into a subtle aftertaste while the flower, when squeezed, releases woody, herbal scents.
The smoke from Harlequin has been likened to sweet incense mixed with a spicy sandalwood scent.
Appearance
Harlequin plants have tight, dense, medium-sized buds full of sticky, white trichomes.
Its multi-colored flowers may be a reason why it was named after a brightly patterned Italian jester. Flower color can appear to be violet, green, red, and yellow.
Mind and body effects of Harlequin
Although touted for its effects on mitigating pain in the medicinal community, Harlequin’s unique qualities make it a great companion for recreational users as well.
Even after a few hits you will begin to feel the tension release from your body while remaining clear-headed and stimulated.
Shedding its warm sunny-day light on the brain, it is great for creative bursts and kindling conversation.
It provides a refined balance that allows you to get lost in a good playlist while floating through the aisles picking up supplies for homemade egg rolls, but keeps you present enough just in case you run into your old history teacher, who wants to exchange emails because she just started a book club.
Possible medical benefits of Harlequin
Since most research on cannabis is still federally illegal, the power of the crowd has banded together with medical professionals all over the world to determine what this strain may be best for.
High-CBD strains have actually been shown to mitigate the effects of THC, which is good news if you are THC sensitive but still looking for the therapeutic effects of cannabis.
Benefits may be different for everyone and since Harlequin is a high-CBD strain, it is considered safe to experiment with. Harlequin may help with the following conditions:
- Pain
- Inflammation
- PTSD
- Stress
- Anxiety
- Arthritis
- Nausea
Review of Harlequin side effects
Because of its high-CBD content, usually the only negative effects from Harlequin are dry mouth and eyes, which can be avoided with proper hydration.
Although you are not likely to feel the negative effects that a high-THC strain can cause, it is always recommended to “start low and go slow.”
To sum it up: Harlequin review
While originally gaining popularity in the medical community, it has evolved into a wellness strain and is suited for those who are looking to enjoy an uplifting body high that stimulates the mind but also keeps it grounded.
Harlequin is what you’re looking for if you need a consistent strain to incorporate into your lifestyle, providing a mellow body buzz and a clear-minded high.
FAQS
Is Harlequin a sativa or indica?
Sativa-dominant.
Is Harlequin strain exotic?
Harlequin can be purchased in most states where cannabis is legal! Whether you live in the New England or California, you can find a local dispensary selling Harlequin flower or concentrate.
What is the Harlequin strain price?
It usually ranges from $6-$15/gram of flower and $20-$45/gram of oil.
Will Keever is a writer who focuses on cannabis culture and lifestyle.