Written by: Jessica Turner

Reviewed by: Ethan Cole  

Some of the most popular strains kick out a fragrance that users often describe as “earthy” and “woody”: imagine uprooting a plant and tossing it right into your joint. Wood, moist soil, peat bogs, and decomposing leaves are a few examples of what earthy weed strains can smell like. Earthy flavors are found mostly in sedative Indicas, which help with several disorders including insomnia and chronic pain.

Terpene Profile of Earthy-Smelling Weed Strains

Like many plants, cannabis contains organic compounds called terpenes, created and stored in the trichomes, that give the plant its odor and flavor as well as unique medicinal benefits. There isn’t one specific terpene that creates the aroma of a plant – rather, it’s a composition of several terpenes in varying ratios. As for earthy weed strains, some of the terpenes responsible for their unmistakable fragrances are myrcene, humulene, pinene, and caryophyllene.

Myrcene is the most common terpene found in most modern cannabis strains, including earthy weed strains, making up about 20% of the terpene profile on average. Beyond cannabis, it’s also found in hops, mango, thyme, verbena, and lemongrass. Myrcene-produced aromas are often described as earthy and musky with a slight hint of fruit. This terpene is known to be an effective analgesic, sedative, pain reliever, and muscle relaxant.

Another terpene common for earthy weed strains is humulene, which is found naturally in hops, basil, ginseng, and sage. This compound expresses itself with a woody and herbaceous aroma and a slightly spicy flavor. Research has proven humulene to have anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, and appetite-suppressing properties.

Pinene is one of the most common terpenes in cannabis; it is very common in pine needles (this is what stands behind the refreshing, uplifting walks in a pine forest), fresh herbs like rosemary, cedar, basil, parsley, dill, and eucalyptus, and some citrus fruit varieties such as lemon and lime. True to its name, pinene gives cannabis a piney and earthy scent. It also improves airflow into the lungs, has anti-inflammatory effects, and increases cognitive function.

Earthy weed strains also contain the terpene caryophyllene, which is responsible for a pungently peppery and earthy flavor and aroma. Found in cinnamon, black pepper, oregano, and cinnamon, this terpene is present in many hybrid cannabis strains that cause relaxation and reduce anxiety.

Most Popular Earthy-Tasting Cannabis Strains

The abundance of different earthy weed strains may be confusing and overwhelming, especially if you’re new to the culture of cannabis. To help you out, here are some of the most popular ones to go with:

Bruce Banner #3

This Ghost OG feminized hybrid created by Original Sensible Seeds has become one of the most popular earthy weed strains due to its euphoric effects and incredible aromas. Bruce Banner #3 features spicy, earthy, and diesel-like flavors with sweet undertones and delivers a truly Hulk-sized high due to its 28% THC level. This strain induces an immediate burst of euphoria followed by relaxation that allows you to draw inspiration for creative thinking, making it a fantastic choice for recreational users.

The flowering time is in the medium range of 60-65 days indoors, while outdoor-grown plants flower in October. Another thing that might make you read no further is a very, very decent yield of 800 g/m² (2.6 oz/ft²) indoors and 1000 g (35.3 oz) per plant outdoors!

Gelato Auto

Gelato Auto, proudly presented to you by Herbies Seeds, is arguably one of the most powerful autoflowering seeds on the market today. With Gelato Auto, you get a tasty mix of sweet cookie dough and soft ice cream, backed up by tangy citrus and a subtle dank earthiness.

Casually testing at 24-26% THC, this feminized strain produces energizing, uplifting effects that make your social anxiety melt away like ice cream. On the other hand, it also works perfectly for exploring your inner artistic self thanks to a sudden boost of creativity.

Reaching a maximum height of 110 cm (43 inches), this plant is ideal for small indoor setups. It is beginner-friendly and easy to grow, and in 9 weeks of flowering, you will fill your jars with up to 600 g/m² (228 oz/ft²) indoors or 200 g per plant (7 oz) outdoors.

Shiskaberry

Shiskaberry by Barney’s Farm is a pure Indica feminized variety that took years of careful selection to perfect. Straight to the point and dominated by berry terpenes, the aroma is strong and pungent, creating a refreshingly sweet wild forest-like scent. The flavor is strong, earthy, and spicy with notes of berries.

Shiskaberry produces just the kind of effects to be expected from a 100% Indica strain. You’re in for a strong, long-lasting body buzz that leaves you relaxed and calm for hours on end. The flowering time is just 49-56 days, and the yields are enormous given the strain’s short Indica stature; you can expect up to 500-600 g/m² (1.6-2 oz/ft²) indoors and 1500-2000 g/plant (3.3-4.4 lbs/plant) outdoors.

Do-Si-Dos

Created by Pyramid Seeds as a cross between Face Off OG and Girl Scout Cookies, this feminized Indica-dominant plant receives its powerful, fast-acting euphoria from the former parent and full-body relaxation from the latter. A very potent but smooth high thanks to its enormous 25% THC content is followed by a dreamy, euphoric bliss, which pairs well with the strain’s pungent, sweet, and earthy aroma.

Get your hands on these seeds if you’re looking for fast indoor growth times, with yields of over 350 g/m² (133 oz/ft²) in only 8-9 weeks indoors and 750 g (26 oz) per plant outdoors.

Shogun

A favorite of medical and recreational users, this feminized cannabis strain has earthy and fresh flavors accented by piney notes that feel like taking a whiff of the forest. The THC level of 25% provides a euphoric and exhilarating high that makes Shogun ideal for feeling comfortable and motivated for physical activities while also reducing stress and anxiety.

As a photoperiod plant, Shogun has a 9-11-week flowering time, but its plentiful yields of 550-600 g/m² (209-228 oz/ft²) indoors and 650-750 g/plant (23-26 oz) outdoors make it worth the wait. 

Where to Buy Earthy-Tasting Weed Seeds

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