What is the main difference between Amnesia Haze and Big Bud?

Amnesia Haze is a Sativa strain (20% Indica / 80% Sativa) with THC levels of 20–22%, while Big Bud is a Indica strain (85% Indica / 15% Sativa) with THC levels of 23–26%.

Which strain has higher THC — Amnesia Haze or Big Bud?

Big Bud has higher THC at 23–26%, compared to Amnesia Haze at 20–22%.

Is Amnesia Haze or Big Bud easier to grow?

Amnesia Haze has moderate growing difficulty with a 12-13-week flowering period, while Big Bud has easy difficulty with a 7-9-week flowering period. Big Bud is a great choice for beginners.

What effects does Amnesia Haze have compared to Big Bud?

Amnesia Haze produces giggly, euphoric, talkative, creative, happy effects, ideal for morning use. Big Bud produces sleepy, hungry, relaxing, creative, euphoric effects, best for evening use.

What terpenes are in Amnesia Haze and Big Bud?

Amnesia Haze features Myrcene, giving it citrus, lemon, sweet flavors. Big Bud features Pinene, with sweet, woody, earthy flavors.

Which medical conditions can Amnesia Haze and Big Bud help with?

Amnesia Haze may help with add/adhd, anxiety, cancer, chronic pain, depression, fatigue, insomnia, loss of appetite, migraines, stress. Big Bud may help with add/adhd, chronic pain, depression, fibromyalgia, insomnia, loss of appetite, nausea, ptsd, spinal cord injury, stress, pain. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Amnesia Haze

Sativa — THC 22%

Big Bud

Indica — THC 26%

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

Big Bud

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Medical

Amnesia Haze

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Growing

Big Bud

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Flavor

Amnesia Haze

Strain Profile Comparison

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Amnesia Haze

Big Bud

Effect Matchup

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

Amnesia Haze

Effect

Big Bud

88%

Euphoric

60%

68%

Creative

68%

60%

Happy

53%

100%

Giggly

77%

Talkative

53%

Energetic

46%

Uplifting

41%

Cerebral

Sleepy

100%

Hungry

88%

Relaxing

77%

Body-buzz

46%

3 shared effects highlighted

Amnesia Haze — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelStrong

Big Bud — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelStrong

Jamaican Sativa x Laotian x Afghan HawaiianAmnesia Haze

Indica 20%Sativa 80%

Afghani x Haze x Northern LightsBig Bud

Indica 85%Sativa 15%

Side-by-Side Specs

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Amnesia Haze

Profile Comparison

Shared (3)

EuphoricCreativeHappy

Only Amnesia Haze (5)

GigglyTalkativeEnergeticUpliftingCerebral

Only Big Bud (4)

SleepyHungryRelaxingBody-buzz

Possible Side Effects

Shared

Dry mouthDizzy

Only Amnesia Haze

Paranoid

Only Big Bud

Dry eyes

Growing Guide Comparison

Amnesia Haze

DifficultyModerate

Flowering12-13 weeks

HarvestOctober/November

Indoor Yield600g/m² (2.0oz/ft²)

Outdoor YieldLarge

Indoor Height80–140cm (31–55in)

Outdoor Height175–250cm (69–98in)

Plant StructureBushy

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

Big Bud

DifficultyEasy

Flowering7-9 weeks

HarvestOctober Yield

Indoor YieldLarge

Outdoor YieldLarge

Indoor HeightMedium

Outdoor HeightMedium

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

About These Strains

Amnesia Haze

Sativa 20/80 — THC 20–22% — CBD 1–1%

This sativa-dominant hybrid is a descendant of a Jamaican sativa, a Laotian sativa, and the indica-dominant Afghan Hawaiian. The ratio of sativa to indica is about 80:20, meaning this is a great strain for daytime use and clearheaded thinking.

THC is very potent, topping 22% in some tests, but CBD is much lower, slightly less than 1%.

Big Bud

Indica 85/15 — THC 23–26%

Big Bud is an indica dominant hybrid (85% indica/15% sativa) strain that was the overall winner of the 1989 High Times Cannabis Cup. This strain was named for its enormously oversized buds and huge yields for growers, as well as its intensely high THC level ranging from 23-26%.

Although the original Big Bud strain was a cross between the insanely popular Afghani X Skunk #1 strains, it has since then been rebred and bred with other strains to create different effects and potencies.

Which One Is Right for You?

Amnesia Haze and Big Bud are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Amnesia Haze is a Sativa with 20–22% THC, while Big Bud is a Indica with 23–26% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Amnesia Haze

Choose Amnesia Haze if you want more cerebral/uplifting effects. This sativa-dominant hybrid is a descendant of a Jamaican sativa, a Laotian sativa, and the indica-dominant Afghan Hawaiian.

Choose Big Bud

Choose Big Bud if you want higher THC potency, easier growing, deeper body relaxation. Big Bud is an indica dominant hybrid (85% indica/15% sativa) strain that was the overall winner of the 1989 High Times Cannabis Cup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Amnesia Haze vs Big Bud

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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