Some strain names are deliberately confusing or just downright strange: Shark Breath? The Soap? But one cannabis star—the Duct Tape weed strain—was given the perfect name. A highly potent hybrid, Duct Tape may leave you stuck to the couch in no time. Uncover everything there is to know about the Duct Tape strain, including:
- What is Duct Tape’s aroma, flavor, and appearance?
- How strong is Duct Tape?
- How do you grow Duct Tape?
By the end, you’ll be a bona fide expert on this unusually sticky strain. Even better? Find it near you and load up your pipes, bongs, and joints with some flavorful bud.
What Strain Is Duct Tape?
Like each of us, the characteristics of cannabis strains are largely determined by their parents. In the case of Duct Tape, those include two veritable cannabis legends, Do-Si-Dos (aka Dosidos) and Original Glue (aka GG4).
- Do-Si-Dos is an indica-dominant powerhouse. On top of some truly stunning visuals like bright green and lavender leaves, vibrating orange pistils, and a dusting of fragrant trichomes, the aroma is a sensory feast. You’ll detect an alluring floral funkiness alongside damp earth and a mellow sweetness. The effects are a melting, buzzy high that can turn into downright sedation; no wonder it’s won a few awards over the years.
- Original Glue isn’t too far off from Do-Si-Dos in terms of its effects: A heavy-handed euphoric bliss and a pungent, room-filling aroma of dank, sour earth. A favorite with the medical cannabis community for its ability to take down stress and physical discomfort, it’s a rock-solid favorite both among cannabis awards judges and consumers alike.
If you’re looking to stick yourself to the ceiling or get unstuck from aches, stress, and low mood, the Duct Tape strain might be the right choice for you.
Is Duct Tape a Sativa or Indica?
At Mission, we spend a lot of time discussing the terms “indica” and “sativa” and whether or not they’re technically accurate. While some feel they’re outdated, we still use them at our family of dispensaries, as we find they offer simplicity and guidance to our customers.
In cannabis, indicas are associated with a relaxing, body-centered high that can be great for wiping away stress or just kicking back and drifting off. Sativas are associated with a stimulating buzz that may spark creativity, inspire focus, or open you up socially.
The Duct Tape strain is classified as an indica-leaning hybrid and typically delivers the effects most commonly felt by indicas: A deep, heavy-hitting high that blooms with euphoric relaxation. But be aware: Depending on how much you consume, you may just find yourself duct-taped to the couch.
Duct Tape Strain Aromas, Flavors, and Appearance
Like its parents, Duct Tape shows off some complex and unusual sensory notes: Rather than trending sweet and fruity, it leans towards the gassy, spicy, and even skunky end of the spectrum. Many consumers report a distinct chocolate note sneaking in there as well. As with all strains, this reflects its terpene profile, which includes limonene, myrcene, and caryophyllene.
Terpenes are the aromatic compounds that characterize a strain based on its percentages and proportions, and they’re worth getting to know. In addition to imparting flavor and aroma, research suggests they lend some truly impactful medical benefits. Caryophyllene has been linked with pain-killing effects and limonene, Duct Tape’s dominant terpene, may diminish THC-induced anxiety and impart a generalized antidepressant effect.
Visually, Duct Tape is quite the stunner. Look for lime green, olive, and purple leaves dotted with bright orange pistils, the tiny “hairs” that appear on high-quality flower. In many cases, its trichomes—the tiny glands that contain cannabinoids and terpenes—appear as a golden, mossy coat. It’s a bud that you’ll love admiring almost as much as you’ll love smoking.
How Strong Is Duct Tape?
Duct Tape may not be the strongest strain we carry, but with an average THC level of 25%, it’s not one to underestimate. While it contains roughly 1% CBG and a lower amount of CBD, these cannabinoids won’t do much to reduce its wallop. Start low and go slow to see what level of its effects best suits your body and mind.
Strains Similar to Duct Tape
If you can’t find the Duct Tape strain at your local dispensary, consider some of these similar alternatives:
GMO Cookies: A potent indica-dominant hybrid, GMO Cookies can deliver a euphoric high mixed with a strong dose of cerebral uplift for most consumers. This strain tends to induce couch lock and sedation at higher doses, just like Duct Tape.
GG4: Infamous for its ability to knock you flat on your back and leave you feeling stuck to the couch (or the floor), GG4 is a high-THC (up to 28%) hybrid strain that offers a heavy-handed hit of relaxation. As one of Duct Tape’s parents, it’s noteworthy for its caryophyllene-dominant flavor and aroma.
Slurricane: This indica’s effects come on slowly, but then they keep coming. Touched with a sweet flavor profile featuring grape and ripe berry notes, Slurricane is beloved by many after a long and grueling day.
Gelato 41: The child of Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint Cookies, Gelato 41 is a wildly popular strain that may deliver an intense blend of calming body effects and stimulating cerebral energy—all topped with a burst of creamy, sweet, and floral flavors.
Growing the Duct Tape Strain
According to some growers, the Duct Tape strain can be moderately difficult for beginners, but if you have some prior experience with cannabis cultivation, you can easily produce a successful harvest. Though outdoor grows provide fresh air and sunshine, Duct Tape is better suited indoors due to its indica qualities.
Flowering in roughly 8 – 10 weeks, Duct Tape tends to quickly show its indica roots in the grow room. You’ll wind up with short, bushy plants that, when grown carefully, can yield up to 450 grams (16 ounces) per square meter. Being relatively squat, you may want to use additional training and growing techniques, such as opening up the canopy to allow more light distribution and airflow with screens—known as the Screen of Green method.
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Notably sticky on the plant, Duct Tape’s chunky, lime-green flowers burst with THC and an unusual terpene profile that emanates Diesel fuel, skunk, and a shot of spicy black pepper. Intrigued? We’re here for you! Start by choosing the Mission dispensary closest to you, then stop by or browse our online menus. While we try to keep Duct Tape on hand, our stock constantly changes depending on what’s fresh and new in cannabis.
We hope this post stoked your curiosity about Duct Tape and many other potent cannabis strains. So, why not dive deeper? Visit our Cannabis Blog, where you’ll find reviews of other unique strains like:
- Apple Jax
- Green Crack
- Animal Mints
- Apples and Bananas
- And more!
You can even learn more about the art of cannabis cultivation and how these strains make it to our dispensary shelves. Happy reading!
