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Vortex cannabis strain
sativa

Vortex

Legendary

Seeds by SubCools The Dank Seeds

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THC

11.6–16.4%

Middle half of 28 lab tests · median 13.6%

CBD

0.2%

Middle half of 17 lab tests · median 0.13%

Genetics Split

20% Indica
80% Sativa

Vortex is an 80% sativa strain with up to 22% THC, delivering sweet flavors and uplifting effects for stress and depression relief.

Lineage

Apollo 13

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Lab-Tested Profile

Measured in 28 flower lab tests of samples sold as Vortex by Analytical360, 2012–2016. Bar = middle half of results, tick = median.

THC13.6% median · 11.6–16.4%
CBD0.13% median · 0.08–0.21%
CBG 0.50% · found in 100%CBN 0.07% · found in 100%CBC 0.05% · found in 89%

Terpenes by weight · total 2.2% median

Lab results reflect the samples submitted under this name; batches, growers and phenotypes vary.

Effects

As reported by our data sources, most-cited first.

Flavors & Aromas

As reported by our data sources.

May Help With

Uses reported by our data sources — not medical advice.

Terpene Fingerprint

Relative terpene levels from lab and source data

Caryophyllene
high
Caryophyllene Oxide
high
Limonene
high
Linalool
high
Pinene
high
Humulene
medium
Myrcene
low

THC in this profile

16.4% THC

0%35%

Growing Information

Flowering Time

9–10 weeks

Difficulty

moderate

Height (Indoor)

100-150cm

Height (Outdoor)

200-250cm

Yield (Indoor)

400-500 g/m²

Yield (Outdoor)

600 g/plant

About Vortex

With 80% sativa genetics derived from Apollo 13, this cultivar is known for its tall stature and uplifting properties. Indoors, the plants reach 100 to 150cm, while outdoor specimens can stretch to 250cm, yielding up to 600g per plant. The version offered by SubCools The Dank Seeds has a moderate grow difficulty and a flowering time of 9 to 10 weeks. Its THC content varies between 15% and 22%, supported by a terpene profile of myrcene, linalool, limonene, and pinene. The flavor is straightforward and sweet. Because of its sativa dominance, the effects are primarily focused on an uplifted mood. It is often utilized by those seeking relief from stress, depression, and pain while maintaining a functional, 20% indica balance.

Bred from Vortex

5 crosses in our database list Vortex as a parent.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Vortex

Is Vortex an Indica, Sativa, or Hybrid?

Vortex is classified as a sativa cannabis strain.

What cannabinoid content is reported for Vortex?

Vortex: 13.6% THC and 0.2% CBD reported in our data. The THC figure is a lab-test median. Potency can vary across harvests, phenotypes, and growing conditions.

What are the common effects of Vortex?

Our data sources report these effects for Vortex: uplifted. Individual experiences vary.

What does Vortex taste and smell like?

Our data sources list flavors of sweet and terpenes such as Caryophyllene, Caryophyllene Oxide, Humulene for Vortex.

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Data from 9 sources: cannabis-intelligence-db, kushy-api, kaggle-leafly, lab-terpenes, cannlytics, seedfinder, cannaconnection, wikileaf, analytical360