Vantablack: The Shadow in the Garden
Vantablack: The Shadow in the Garden
What happens when you breed Black Domina x Vietnamese Black? We had to know! Our AI-simulated cannabis breeding AKA The Neural Nursery was built to answer these types of questions!
Strain Overview
Type: F1 Poly-Hybrid (60% Indica / 40% Sativa)
Breeder: Neural Nursery (AI-Simulated Breeding Project)
Lineage: Black Domina x Vietnamese Black (1970s Landrace)
Target: Maximum Anthocyanin Saturation / Night Camouflage
THC Content: 18% – 24%
Dominant Terpenes: Caryophyllene, Humulene, Nerolidol
Key Effects: Disorienting Potency, "Blackout" Sedation, Visual Distortion, Deep Sleep
In the pursuit of stealth, most growers focus on smell. Neural Nursery focused on sight.
Vantablack is a concept strain engineered for the ultimate guerilla challenge: invisibility. By analyzing the genetic markers for anthocyanin production (purple/black pigmentation), Neural Nursery’s algorithm identified the two darkest strains in history—the narcotic Black Domina and the legendary Vietnamese Black landrace—and simulated a breeding program to maximize their pigmentation traits.
The result is a plant that defies botanical norms. It doesn't just turn purple in the cold; it grows dark, near-black leaves from the vegetative stage onwards. In low light or moonlight, the plant effectively disappears, absorbing light rather than reflecting it. It is the stealth bomber of the cannabis world.
History and Lineage: The Darkest Timeline
Vantablack merges the heavy-hitting genetics of the Dutch underground with the wild, untamed jungles of Vietnam.
The Mother (Black Domina): Sensi Seeds' four-way Indica masterpiece (Northern Lights x Ortega x Hash Plant x Afghani). It was chosen for its fast flowering time, compact structure, and its tendency to produce dark, broad, forest-green leaves that turn blackish-purple.
The Father (Vietnamese Black): A rare Sativa landrace known for its towering height and unique "black" phenotype. It provides the genetic "ink"—the intense purple/black coloration that runs through the veins and stems—and a racy, psychedelic potency.
The Synthesis: The Neural Nursery simulation selected for a phenotype that retains the short, bushy structure of the Black Domina (for stealth) but inherits the hyper-pigmentation of the Vietnamese Black. This solves the issue of the Vietnamese parent being too tall to hide.
Terpene Profile: Black Pepper and Wet Soil
Vantablack has a "dark" terpene profile. It lacks the bright citrus or sweet candy notes that might attract pests or passersby.
Dominant Terpenes
Caryophyllene (The Spice): The dominant terpene, offering a sharp cracked-pepper aroma that hits the nose with a spicy kick.
Humulene (The Earth): Provides a deep, woody, hops-like scent that smells like the forest floor.
Nerolidol (The Bark): A rare terpene found in jasmine and tea tree, adding a subtle woody/floral nuance that sedates.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It smells like incense, damp basement, and crushed peppercorns. It is a savory, heavy smell.
The Smoke: Thick and expansive. It tastes of hashish, dark chocolate, and spicy soil.
Strain Effects: The Lights Out
The name Vantablack applies to the high as well as the color. This is a heavy, disorienting experience.
The Experience
The Creeper: It hits slowly. You might not feel much for 10 minutes.
The Distortion: The Vietnamese Sativa genetics kick in first, providing a slight visual distortion and a "trippy" headspace. Lights may seem brighter; sounds may seem louder.
The Void: Then, the Black Domina drops the hammer. A massive wave of physical sedation crashes down, turning the limbs to lead.
The Sleep: The final stage is usually deep, dreamless sleep. It is often described as a "hard reset" for the brain.
Best For: Nighttime use, insomnia, meditation, and high-tolerance users looking for a "knockout."
Growing Vantablack: Night Stealth
This is the primary use case for this strain. It is designed for growers who need to operate in the shadows.
Growth Structure
The Color: This is the strain's superpower. The leaves are a deep, dark purple that appears jet black in the evening light. Unlike normal green plants that reflect moonlight, Vantablack seems to absorb it.
The Structure: Neural Nursery selected for the Black Domina morphology. It grows short, squat, and bushy, making it easy to hide behind a fence or in a corner of the garden.
The Hardiness: The Vietnamese genetics add resistance to heat and humidity, while the Domina adds resistance to cold. It is a highly adaptable plant.
Flowering Time: 8 to 9 weeks.
Grower’s Tip: To maximize the "Vantablack" effect, expose the plant to cooler night temperatures during the final weeks of flower. This triggers the anthocyanins to go into overdrive, turning the buds a stunning obsidian color.
Final Verdict: The Ninja Strain
Vantablack is a triumph of simulated breeding. It takes the "Black" from two legendary lineages and amplifies it to the extreme. It offers the grower a unique tactical advantage: natural camouflage. Whether you are hiding your crop from nosy neighbors or simply want to grow the most visually striking plant in existence, Vantablack delivers. It is beautiful, potent, and nearly invisible in the dark.
You should choose Vantablack if:
You need maximum stealth for night growing.
You love dark purple/black cannabis.
You want a heavy, narcotic stone (Insomnia relief).
You enjoy spicy, hashy, and earthy flavors.
Score: 9.6/10 (The Stealth Innovation)