There are a lot of unnecessarily strange marijuana strain names out there. One cannabis strain that was given the perfect name is Trainwreck. This not only describes what the weed is, it also describes what it will do to you. This is a potent sativa/indica strain that will annihilate any tolerance level. With THC levels as high a 20%, Trainwreck is easily one of the most powerful weeds around. Legend has it that this strain was invented in the late 1970's by two California brothers. It has origins from the Thai strain, Mexican, Afghani, and a 90% sativa 10% indica make up. The small amount of indica in this strain mellows out the intense sativa high perfectly. With one hit of this weed you will immediately understand why it is called Trainwreck.

The name Trainwreck refers to the unique blend that this strain combines. There are myths about an actual train wreck near an illegal grow site, but they have the usual trappings of urban myth. What is known is that this potent variety of marijuana has been grown in northern California for well over 20 years. This is a favorite among Humboldt County growers because it thrives in outdoor, indoor, hydro, or soil conditions. It is praised for its high yields, high THC content, and its ability to harvest early. It should be noted that cultivating Trainwreck properly does require are more moderate skill level than other types of weed. If you want to get the best results, you'll have to know what you're doing.

The Trainwreck plant grows thin and tall, and demonstrates mostly sativa-like qualities. The plants will produce long condensed buds that are covered in crystals and sticky resin. The flowers will give off a very pungent citrus odor that can at times be difficult to cover up. There is a pale green color to the buds that are covered in copper hairs and white crystals. When smoking Trainwreck it has a menthol taste with an enjoyable lemony aftertaste. The smoke also has a pleasant aroma that is highlighted by the strains fruity characteristics.

When you smoke the Trainwreck strain it's going to take a minute to really hit you. This strain is a classic creeper, and you can easily overdo it. You will want to take one moderately sized hit at a time with this potent weed. Once the effects hit, they will hit you hard. This is not a good strain for the newbie or lightweight smoker. You will immediately notice the intense cerebral effects of the dominant sativa. You'll then be hit by a wave of the body numbing indica in this strain. This weed offers a great buzz for the body and the mind without leaving you burned out. The intense high of a Trainwreck will last around 4 hours and will gradually fade away. Because of the high level of THC in this weed it is a good idea to smoke it a few hours before bed. Trainwreck starts out heavy and intense, but finishes with a mellow indica buzz that is like a warm glass of milk before bedtime.