Although cannabis laws in the US at a federal level are somewhat complicated, things look a bit simpler at a state level. If we look at various states in the US, such as Oregon, the use of recreational cannabis for adults is legal, and has been for quite some time, and that’s why we’re here to look at the top 10 weed strains in Oregon.

Just to put things in perspective, between 1999 and 2005, the ratio of Oregonians that used cannabis was much higher than in the United States in general, by up to 45%.

Cannabis is very popular in Oregon, and what’s worth noting is that in 2021, the industry produced $1.2 billion in revenue. With a population of just over four million people, nearly $1 billion in revenue is nothing to look down your nose at.

On that note, it serves the reason that there are certain strains of cannabis in Oregon that are more popular than others, and that’s exactly what we’re here to look at today.

Is Weed Legal in Oregon?

For all of those wondering, the state of Oregon officially legalised cannabis in 2015, making it just the fourth state in the US to legalise the use of cannabis for adults. At this time, anyone over the age of 21 years old may purchase, possess, and use cannabis for recreational purposes.

Top 10 Weed Strains in Oregon

So let’s get to it and find out what the top ten weed strains in Oregon are.

1. Slurricane

If it’s a hurricane of fruity flavours that you love to taste, then the Slurricane cannabis strain is worth taking a look at, and it’s also one of the most popular strains in Oregon right now.

Genetics

Slurricane is a result of crossing Purple Punch with Do-Si-Dos. First, Purple Punch is an indica strain with roughly 18% THC, with flavours of grape, blueberry, and Kool-Aid, with itself being a mix between two other indicas, Larry OG and Granddaddy Purple.

We then have Do-Si-Dos, an indica-dominant hybrid. It is a phenotype of Girl Scout Cookies, and features flavours of sweet fruits, earth, and flowers, along with a respectable 20% THC level. The result is Slurricane, an indica-dominant strain that is sure to relax.

Potency – THC Content

Slurricane contains up to 21% THC, making it fairly potent. Thanks to both its THC level and strong indica qualities, it will most certainly hit you hard and fast, and it should put you to sleep.

Appearance

This is one of the more interesting-looking cannabis strains around, mainly because it features almost as much purple as it does green, along with a healthy helping of orange hairs, and a super-thick layer of white trichomes, a true hurricane of THC-laden crystals.

Flavour and Aroma

This weed strain features an extremely sweet flavour bouquet, with flavours reminiscent of very sweet berries, grape, cherry, and blueberries. It’s certainly one of the more fruity options around.

Effects

This is a relatively classic indica strain, and its effects fall in line with this. First and foremost, you should feel both mentally and bodily relaxed, and you should experience what is known as couch lock, which is when you feel like you’re sinking into your couch, and you just don’t want to get up anymore. This is a great strain to help treat symptoms associated with pain, inflammation, and insomnia.

2. Agent Orange

MzJill Genetics is the breeder of this Agent Orange strain, and it has for several years been very popular in the great state of Oregon, so let’s take a closer look at it.

Genetics

Agent Orange is a hybrid cannabis strain that is fairly evenly balanced between indica and sativa. It is a result of crossing two other popular strains, Jack the Ripper and Orange Velvet.

Jack the Ripper is a sativa-dominant strain, a result of crossing Space Queen with Jack’s Cleaner. It features a 17% THC level, along with flavours of citrus, lemon, and herbs.

We then have Orange Velvet, a hybrid strain with up to 20% THC, one that is known for making people feel energetic, uplifted, and aroused. It also features flavours of citrus, orange, and herbs.

Potency – THC Content

In terms of its overall potency, the Agent Orange strain is fairly moderate, with 17% THC, along with just 1% CBG. 17% THC is not all that potent, making this strain ideal for beginners who are just starting out in the world of cannabis. That being said, a few good puffs should get any experienced cannabis connoisseur where they are going.

Appearance

Agent Orange is captivating to look at, as it features colours such as deep maroon, dark purple, light green, and bright orange pistils, along with a light dusting of trichomes. It’s interesting that the name is Agent Orange, even though the buds themselves are actually quite purple and maroon.

Flavour and Aroma

Thanks to the various terpenes that this strain contains, mainly myrcene, terpinolene, and caryophyllene, it has a citrusy flavour with orange being the dominant note, combined with a lot of sweetness, and a bit of pepper on the exhale.

Effects

As for the effects of Agent Orange, although it is a hybrid strain, they tend to lean more towards the sativa side of things. Just a few puffs of this strain should have you feeling quite uplifted, motivated, energetic, talkative, creative, and ready to tackle a long day ahead. It’s not something that’s going to put you to sleep.

3. LSD

Although this cannabis strain might be called LSD, it’s most certainly not a hallucinogenic, but rather a hybrid cannabis strain ideal for anybody just venturing into the world of cannabis.

Genetics

LSD is a hybrid cannabis strain made by crossing Skunk #1 with Mazar-l-Sharif. Skunk #1 is a hybrid cannabis strain made by crossing a variety of popular cannabis types, including Colombian Gold, Afghani, and Acapulco Gold. It features flavours of earth, sour, and skunkiness. It has a THC level of 17%.

We then have Mazar-l-Sharif, an indica strain that comes to us straight from Afghanistan. It’s not overly potent in terms of THC, as it contains only 13% THC, and it is an indica strain, so it should have relatively relaxing effects. The result is LSD–an evenly balanced hybrid strain.

Potency – THC Content

LSD contains up to 18% THC, making it moderately potent as far as weed is concerned. It’s not too potent for beginners to take a few puffs, but also not weak enough so that experienced cannabis veterans won’t feel anything.

Appearance

The LSD strain looks relatively unassuming, as it features elongated nugs that are quite puffy and airy. It features an even balance of light and dark greens, a select few orange hairs, and a sparse coating of white trichomes.

Flavour and Aroma

This strain’s flavour profile is characterised by three main terpenes: myrcene, caryophyllene, and limonene. The result is that the LSD strain tastes like pungent skunk on the inhale, and features a spicy and herbal flavour on the exhale.

Effects

This is a hybrid strain, and from the sativa side of things, you should feel extremely euphoric, creative, uplifted, and energetic. However, you will also feel the indica genetics here, as this strain produces quite a powerful body buzz that will leave your limbs tingling.

4. White Truffle

White Truffle is officially one of the most potent cannabis strains on the list today, making it a popular option for residents of Oregon who need something strong and punchy with a high THC level and an intense flavour bouquet.

Genetics

The genetics of White Truffle are somewhat a mystery, although we do know that it is a type of Gorilla Butter cannabis. Gorilla Butter is a hybrid cannabis strain with 18% THC, a cross between CG4 and Peanut Butter Breath, and it features flavours of earth, wood, butter, gas, and garlic. White Truffle itself is an indica-dominant cannabis strain with THC levels high enough to give you a one-two punch.

Potency – THC Content

White Truffle contains up to 24% THC, and even more in some cases. That’s a whole lot of THC, which means that beginners should be a bit cautious when smoking it. It’s the kind of strain that will knock you out real quick, and such high THC levels may cause a bit of paranoia in beginners. That said, those more experienced with cannabis will certainly enjoy this strain for its relaxing effect.

Appearance

The White Truffle name doesn’t just apply to its flavour, but also to its appearance. This strain features buds that almost look like small leaves, maple leaves to be exact, they are irregularly shaped, light and fluffy, and are coated in such a thick layer of white and snowy trichomes that the buds themselves look whiter than they do anything else. Although, you do see a bit of green in between the white crystals, along with a healthy helping of orange pistils.

Flavour and Aroma

The flavour of this strain is quite earthy, woody, skunky, and savoury, which is a result of its three dominant terpenes, caryophyllene, limonene, and humulene.

Effects

This is an indica-dominant strain, and you can expect its effects to be in line with this. White Truffle, thanks to its indica-dominant qualities, combined with high THC levels, will hit you fast and hard, and should knock you out. This is both a mentally and physically relaxing strain, something that will make you sink into your couch, empty your fridge, and then go to sleep for 12 hours. It’s a great strain for treating symptoms associated with insomnia and pain.

5. Moonbow            

Moonbow is a relatively new strain, one that has spiked in popularity in Oregon in recent years, a child of the Archive Seed Bank.

Genetics

Moonbow is a balanced hybrid strain that is a result of crossing Zkittlez with Do-Si-Dos. Zkittlez is an indica cannabis strain made by crossing Grapefruit, Grape Ape, and a third mystery strain. It features very sweet and tropical fruity flavours, along with a 20% THC level, and effects that should make you feel relatively sleepy. Do-Si-Dos is an indica-dominant cannabis strain with roughly 20% THC.

Potency – THC Content

Moonbow, depending on the exact specimen that you get, may contain anywhere between 18% and 20% THC, which is quite moderate. It should be more than enough to get beginners and more experienced connoisseurs alike flying high as a kite.

Appearance

The buds of this strain tend to be fairly small, like little popcorn, and they feature moderate density. They’re quite rounded, and contain a variety of green hues, light orange pistils, and a decent coating of white trichomes. It’s certainly one of the brighter green nugs out there.

Flavour and Aroma

Many people enjoy the Moonbow cannabis strain because it features a combination of various flavours, with many people saying that it tastes like candy. It is quite a sweet and fruity strain, with many people saying that they taste flavours of pear, nuts, and earth–particularly on the exhale.

Effects

The sativa side of things tends to stick out in the Moonbow strain, and right from your first puff, you should feel quite giggly, euphoric, happy, uplifted, creative, talkative, and energetic. It’s a pretty good strain if you need something to smoke in the middle of the day that won’t put you to sleep, but also won’t make you feel anxious or paranoid.

6. Banana Kush

If a mellow buzz and euphoria are what you are going for, just like so many other Oregonians, then Banana Kush is a great option to check out.

Genetics

Banana Kush is a hybrid cannabis strain, a cross between Ghost OG and Skunk Haze. Ghost OG is a hybrid cannabis strain, with OG Kush being in its lineage. It features a 19% THC level, along with flavours of citrus and pine.

Skunk Haze is another hybrid cannabis strain, although it contains only 13% THC. As you can tell by the name, its parent strains include both Skunk and Haze, and it features flavours of spice, herbs, and skunk, and is just very pungent overall.

Potency – THC Content

Banana Kush contains up to 21% THC, making it fairly potent. It’s certainly something that beginners may want to exercise a bit of caution with, and only take a few hits to start. It is a bit of a creeper too, so you won’t feel it right away. That said, more seasoned cannabis veterans tend to really enjoy smoking a lot of this strain, especially when a bit of creativity is called for.

Appearance

Banana Kush features relatively large nugs that are elongated in shape and pointed at the ends. They also tend to be fairly light and airy. They feature a relatively moderate to dark green colour, a select few orange pistils, some purple accents, and a very thick layer of white trichomes on the outside, which is where all of that delicious THC is contained.

Flavour and Aroma

Some of the dominant terpenes in this strain include limonene, myrcene, and caryophyllene. The result is that Banana Kush has a very sweet and fruity flavour profile, characterised by notes of tropical fruits, particularly tree fruit and banana.

Effects

Banana Kush is an interesting hybrid strain, because from the sativa side of things, you should feel quite talkative, creative, and mentally uplifted. However, the indica side of things will soon take over, and the result is that you’ll end up feeling hungry, sleepy, and bodily relaxed. It’s a good strain if you need a bit of creativity, but also don’t need much energy.

7. Critical Mass

Critical Mass has a very interesting name, with its effects being in line with it, as you’ll see further below. It’s currently one of the most popular strains in the state of Oregon.

Genetics

Critical Mass is an indica cannabis strain made by crossing Skunk #1 and Afghani. We already covered Skunk #1 above, which leaves Afghani, another strong indica cannabis strain that is known for producing effects of mental euphoria and bodily relaxation, along with an earthy and sweet flavour profile.

Potency – THC Content

Critical Mass is not the most potent cannabis strain around, with a moderate 18% THC level. This means that it should be ideal for beginners to try, especially if just a few puffs are taken. That said, it might take a bit more to get those with higher tolerance levels where they are going, although with enough puffs, you’ll get there eventually.

Appearance

Critical Mass is certainly quite the colourful strain, as it features a whole lot of orange pistils, resulting in the buds having more orange on them than they do green, a rare sight as far as cannabis buds are concerned. Critical Mass also has many purple sugar leaves, colourful accents, and a relatively dark green base. You’ll also see a good layer of white trichomes peppered along the outside.

Flavour and Aroma

The three dominant terpenes found in this strain include myrcene, caryophyllene, and limonene. The result is that this strain features a very spicy and herbal flavour on the inhale, combined with earthy and skunky notes on the exhale.

Effects

Critical Mass is a very interesting strain in terms of its effects, as it starts off with you feeling quite mentally calm, creative, and uplifted, especially if you only take a few hits. However, if you smoke more than just a few hits of this strain, you’ll end up feeling more couch locked, sleepy, and ready for a long nap, but not before you raid your fridge for all the food it contains.

8. Lion’s Mane

Don’t confuse Lion’s Mane cannabis with the mushrooms, because although these little fungi have powerful health benefits, we are indeed here to talk about the weed strain with the same name.

Genetics

Unfortunately, the breeders of the Lion’s Mane cannabis strain have done everything they can to keep the lineage and genetics under tight wraps, so we don’t have any information for you on this front, although we do always like a good mystery. We can tell you that it is an indica-dominant hybrid.

Potency – THC Content

What we do know about this particular cannabis strain is that it features a very respectable 21% THC level, which is quite potent in the grand scheme of things. It’s certainly one of the more potent strains on the list today, and it should be more than enough to get everybody flying high as a jetliner, and that’s the case with just a few hits. Keep in mind that it also tends to hit quite hard and fast.

Appearance

As far as the appearance is concerned, Lion’s Mane is admittedly nothing special. It features a light to moderate green appearance, along with a select few orange pistils, purple accents, and white trichomes. However, appearances can be deceiving, as there is a reason why this strain is so popular in Oregon.

Flavour and Aroma

The three dominant terpenes contained in the Lion’s Mane cannabis strain include myrcene, pinene, and caryophyllene. The result is that this strain has a very natural flavour reminiscent of chestnuts and nuts in general, pepper and spices, tar, and a bit of pine tree.

Effects

Lion’s Mane is ideal for those who like a strong mental and cerebral high, as it makes you feel very uplifted, euphoric, and creative, and many people say that it is borderline psychedelic. It should also make your limbs feel quite tingly, like they are buzzing, and you’ll end up feeling hungry too. It’s a great strain for people who need to unlock their creative side, and many people also use it in an attempt to treat symptoms associated with anxiety.

9. Power Plant

If you’re looking for something that’s not overly potent, and also uplifting and energising at the same time, then the Power Plant strain is a great one to check out.

Genetics

Power Plant is a sativa cannabis strain that is a descendant of an African sativa, a specific landrace strain that is native to Africa.

Potency – THC Content

As mentioned above, Power Plant is not a very potent strain, and is in fact the least potent one on the list today, with a THC level of 15%. This makes it by far the best strain on our list today for beginners, as the low THC level comes with a very limited risk of having side effects such as paranoia and anxiety. Such a low THC level is also ideal for those with low tolerances, as it is on the lower end of the spectrum.

Appearance

Power Plant doesn’t only have an energising name and effects, but also an energising appearance. It features a very bright and striking forest green colour, along with some bright orange pistils, and a select few white trichomes along the outside. It’s certainly one of the brightest buds out there.

Flavour and Aroma

The three dominant terpenes contained in the Power Plant cannabis strain include myrcene, pinene, and caryophyllene. The result is that on the inhale, you’ll taste a whole lot of pepper, spice, and wood, along with herbal notes on the exhale. It’s quite the sharp and pungent strain. It’s something that will leave a strong aftertaste in your mouth for hours to come.

Effects

This low THC sativa cannabis strain is very popular among those with low THC tolerances, as well as those who just want something light to get them through the day. This strain produces a mild and clear-headed cerebral high that makes you feel a bit talkative, creative, uplifted, and giggly. It won’t put you to sleep and it shouldn’t get you too high either, making it the perfect choice if you need to take the edge off, but don’t want to be overly intoxicated.

10. California Dream

Although we are in the state of Oregon, California Dream is quickly picking up in popularity here, mainly due to its high THC level and relaxing effects.

Genetics

California Dream is a slightly sativa-dominant cannabis strain made by crossing two other popular strains, Blueberry and Super Silver Haze.

Blueberry is an indica cannabis strain with 17% THC, with it being a mix between Thai and Purple Thai, along with flavours of sweet blueberries.

We then have Super Silver Haze, a sativa strain made by crossing Northern Lights, Haze, and Skunk. It contains up to 21% THC, and flavours of citrus, skunk, spice, and herbs.

Potency – THC Content

California Dream can contain up to 22% THC, which is quite potent. This means that beginners should use a bit of caution when smoking it, and maybe only start with a few hits. Even those with higher THC tolerances say that this strain hits fast and hard.

Appearance

California Dream features a good mix of light to moderate green hues which are peppered with bright orange pistils and such a thick layer of snowy-white trichomes that you might just think you’ve gone skiing, something else which seems to be quite popular in Oregon!

Flavour and Aroma

The three dominant terpenes contained in the California Dream weed strain include myrcene, pinene, and caryophyllene. The result is that this strain features a very earthy, woody, and natural flavour, with notes of pine, rose, lavender, and other flowers.

Effects

Although this is a hybrid cannabis strain, the sativa side of things tends to stick out more. Just a little bit of California Dream will have you feeling uplifted, energetic, talkative, creative, and rather giggly too. However, keep in mind that it is potent, and higher doses of it may result in feelings of slight paranoia or anxiety. It is recommended that beginners take it slow.

How to Choose the Best Weed Strain for You

To choose the best weed strain for your purposes, there are a few main considerations. Make sure to take a close look at the THC level to make sure that it’s not too potent for you, and also examine whether it’s an indica, sativa, or hybrid.

Remember that indicas make you feel sleepy and produce a stronger body high, whereas sativa strains produce more of a cerebral high that makes you feel uplifted.

There are also other considerations here, including the flavour and aroma. Read our detailed guide to learn more about how to choose the best weed strain for you.

Final Thoughts

Recreational cannabis is extremely popular in the state of Oregon, and although sales may have officially slowed down slightly in the past couple of years, the cannabis industry in the state is still going strong, and moreover, the cannabis industry across the country is booming. If you’d like to find out what people outside of Oregon enjoy, check out these top 10 weed strains in America.