What is the main difference between Durban Poison and Dutch Treat?

Durban Poison is a Sativa strain (0% Indica / 100% Sativa) with THC levels of 22–26%, while Dutch Treat is a Hybrid strain (50% Indica / 50% Sativa) with THC levels of 18–25%.

Which strain has higher THC — Durban Poison or Dutch Treat?

Durban Poison has higher THC at 22–26%, compared to Dutch Treat at 18–25%.

Is Durban Poison or Dutch Treat easier to grow?

Durban Poison has moderate growing difficulty with a 8-9-week flowering period, while Dutch Treat has easy difficulty with a 8-9-week flowering period. Dutch Treat is a great choice for beginners.

What effects does Durban Poison have compared to Dutch Treat?

Durban Poison produces focused, energetic, uplifted, creative, euphoric effects, ideal for morning use. Dutch Treat produces creative, euphoric, happy, relaxed effects, best for anytime use.

What terpenes are in Durban Poison and Dutch Treat?

Durban Poison features Terpinolene, giving it citrus, herbal, pine flavors. Dutch Treat features Myrcene, Terpinolene, Ocimene, with fruity, pine, sweet flavors.

Which medical conditions can Durban Poison and Dutch Treat help with?

Durban Poison may help with add/adhd, anxiety, bipolar disorder, chronic pain, depression, fatigue, headaches, migraines, nausea, stress. Dutch Treat may help with anxiety, chronic pain, depression, fatigue, insomnia, migraines, neuropathy, pms. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Durban Poison

Sativa — THC 26%

Dutch Treat

Hybrid — THC 25%5 sources

Potency, effects, terpenes, flavors, growing difficulty, and medical uses — compared side by side.

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Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

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Potency

Durban Poison

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Medical

Durban Poison

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Growing

Dutch Treat

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Flavor

Durban Poison

Strain Profile Comparison

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Durban Poison

Dutch Treat

Effect Matchup

Side-by-side effect intensity — bars show relative prominence

Durban Poison

Effect

Dutch Treat

68%

Creative

100%

60%

Euphoric

88%

53%

Happy

77%

100%

Focused

88%

Energetic

77%

Uplifted

Relaxed

68%

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Durban Poison — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelStrong

Dutch Treat — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelVery High

South African LandraceDurban Poison

Indica 0%Sativa 100%

Unknown geneticsDutch Treat

Indica 50%Sativa 50%

Side-by-Side Specs

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Durban Poison

Profile Comparison

Shared (3)

CreativeEuphoricHappy

Only Durban Poison (3)

FocusedEnergeticUplifted

Only Dutch Treat (1)

Relaxed

Possible Side Effects

Shared

AnxiousDry mouthDry eyes

Growing Guide Comparison

Durban Poison

DifficultyModerate

Flowering8-9 weeks

HarvestOctober Yield

Indoor YieldMedium

Outdoor YieldMedium

Indoor HeightMedium

Outdoor Height200–300cm (79–118in)

Plant StructureTall and Stretchy

ClimateDry

ResistancePests

Dutch Treat

DifficultyEasy

Flowering8-9 weeks

HarvestLate September

Indoor YieldHigh

Outdoor YieldMedium

Indoor HeightShort

Outdoor HeightMedium

Plant StructureCompact

ClimateWarm

ResistancePests

About These Strains

Durban Poison

Sativa 0/100 — THC 22–26% — CBD 1–1%

Expect a major blow to the head from this super-potent strain. A pure sativa, Durban Poison is the beloved inbred descendant of a sativa strain grown in South Africa.

Ed Rosenthal, an American cannabis activist, discovered the original strain and brought in back to the United States in the 1970s.

Dutch Treat

Hybrid 50/50 — THC 18–25% — CBD 0–1%

Not surprisingly, Dutch Treat is an Amsterdam staple, an indica-dominant hybrid with a 20:80 sativa/indica ratio. The strain's limited sativa genetics produce a near-instant head rush, followed by a numbing body high somewhere short of couch-lock.

Dutch Treat has THC levels reaching 18-25%, so it's strong but not aggressively so.

Which One Is Right for You?

Durban Poison and Dutch Treat are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Durban Poison is a Sativa with 22–26% THC, while Dutch Treat is a Hybrid with 18–25% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Durban Poison

Choose Durban Poison if you want higher THC potency. Expect a major blow to the head from this super-potent strain.

Choose Dutch Treat

Choose Dutch Treat if you want easier growing. Not surprisingly, Dutch Treat is an Amsterdam staple, an indica-dominant hybrid with a 20:80 sativa/indica ratio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Durban Poison vs Dutch Treat

Medical Disclaimer

The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Cannabis affects everyone differently. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using cannabis for any medical condition. Effects, potency, and medical benefits may vary. Do not use cannabis if pregnant, nursing, or under the legal age in your jurisdiction.

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