Amnesia Lemon Haze: The Citrus Shockwave
Amnesia Lemon Haze: The Citrus Shockwave
Strain Overview
Type: Sativa-Dominant Hybrid (60% Sativa / 40% Indica)
Breeder: Barney’s Farm (Original creator of Amnesia Lemon) / Various European Breeders
Lineage: Amnesia Haze x Lemon Skunk
Market Status: The "Zesty Upgrade"; Amnesia Lemon Haze (often simply called Amnesia Lemon) is what happens when two Cannabis Cup champions have a baby. It was created to solve the biggest complaint about the legendary Amnesia Haze: the long flowering time. By crossing the psychedelic Amnesia with the zesty, fast-flowering Lemon Skunk, breeders created a strain that retains the soaring, trippy high of the Haze but finishes weeks faster and tastes like a mouthful of lemon sherbet. It is a staple in Dutch coffeeshops for those who want Sativa energy without the wait.
THC Content: 20% – 22% (Potent & Cerebral)
Dominant Terpenes: Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Terpinolene
Key Effects: Uplifting Euphoria, Creative Focus, "Giggly" Social Buzz, Mild Body Relaxation
If Super Lemon Haze is the king of citrus, Amnesia Lemon Haze is the heavy-hitting prince.
While they share a similar name and flavor profile, the Amnesia version brings a different weight to the table. It swaps the racy, electric buzz of the Super Silver Haze parent (found in SLH) for the psychedelic, slightly heavier "stoned" feeling of the Amnesia. The result is a smoke that tastes like pure citrus candy but hits with a punch that can sit you down if you aren't careful.
History and Lineage: The Cup Winner's Fusion
This strain was born from a collaboration between Barney’s Farm and the legendary Soma Seeds.
The Mother (Amnesia Haze): The Soma Seeds cut. Famous for its psychedelic, memory-wiping high and distinct spicy/tea aroma. It is a pure power plant but takes a long time to finish (12+ weeks).
The Father (Lemon Skunk): A phenotype selected for its intense lemon peel aroma and reliable Skunk growth structure. It brings the flowering time down and pumps up the volume on the citrus terpenes.
The Synthesis: The cross captured the best of both. It kept the Amnesia's potency and the Lemon Skunk's flavor, creating a plant that finishes in just 8–9 weeks. It won the Sativa Cup in 2004, cementing its legacy.
Terpene Profile: The Lemon Bomb
The terpene profile is aggressive. It doesn't smell like "weed with a hint of lemon"; it smells like a lemon orchard.
Dominant Terpenes
Limonene (The Citrus): The dominant terpene by a wide margin. It provides the piercing scent of freshly zested lemons and limes. It also contributes to the mood-lifting, anti-depressant effects.
Caryophyllene (The Spice): Inherited from the Haze lineage. It adds a peppery, spicy kick that lingers in the nose.
Terpinolene (The Haze): Adds a subtle floral and herbal complexity that distinguishes it from pure fruit strains.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is sharp and acidic. It smells of lemon drops, spicy ginger, and earthy musk.
The Smoke: Thick and tasty. It tastes of sweet lemon candy, licorice, and tea. It is arguably one of the tastiest Sativas on the market.
Strain Effects: The Happy Haze
Unlike the "blackout" effect of pure Amnesia, the Lemon cross is more social and balanced.
The Experience
The Spark: The high hits immediately with a cerebral rush. You feel awake, happy, and optimistic.
The Social: It is a fantastic party strain. It lowers social inhibitions and triggers fits of giggles.
The Creative: The Limonene promotes focus and creativity. It is excellent for making art, playing music, or brainstorming.
The Anchor: The Skunk genetics provide a mild body stone that keeps you grounded. You won't feel jittery or paranoid (common in pure Hazes); you just feel good.
Best For: Social gatherings, daytime activities, depression, fatigue, and creative work.
Growing Amnesia Lemon Haze: The Tamed Sativa
This is the selling point for growers: It grows like a Sativa but finishes like an Indica.
Growth Structure
The Height: It grows Medium-Tall. It stretches less than pure Amnesia but still needs some headroom (approx 100cm–110cm indoors).
The Yield: Very High. It produces long, thick colas that are much denser than traditional Haze buds.
The Speed: It is fast. It finishes flowering in 8 to 9 weeks (60–65 days).
The Feeding: It is a heavy feeder. The Skunk genetics make it hungry for nutrients. It can take high EC levels in flower.
The Support: The branches can get heavy. Use bamboo stakes or a trellis net to support the colas in the final weeks.
Grower’s Tip: The "Lemon" terpenes are volatile. To preserve that award-winning flavor, try to keep your grow room temperatures below 26°C in the final weeks. If it gets too hot, the Limonene will evaporate, and you'll lose that sharp citrus bite.
Final Verdict: The Zesty Upgrade
Amnesia Lemon Haze is the perfect evolution of a classic. It takes the intimidating growth cycle of the Amnesia Haze and tames it with the reliability of Skunk, all while coating the buds in a layer of delicious lemon resin. If you want the soaring, happy high of a Dutch Haze but don't want to wait 14 weeks to get it, this is the citrus express you’ve been waiting for.
You should choose Amnesia Lemon Haze if:
You love Citrus/Lemon flavors.
You want a Happy/Social high.
You want Sativa effects in 9 weeks.
You need High Yields.
Score: 9.5/10 (The Citrus Champion)