What is the main difference between Hash Plant and Northern Lights?

Hash Plant is a Indica strain (90% Indica / 10% Sativa) with THC levels of 13–19%, while Northern Lights is a Indica strain (100% Indica / 0% Sativa) with THC levels of 16–21%.

Which strain has higher THC — Hash Plant or Northern Lights?

Northern Lights has higher THC at 16–21%, compared to Hash Plant at 13–19%.

Is Hash Plant or Northern Lights easier to grow?

Hash Plant has easy growing difficulty with a 6-7-week flowering period, while Northern Lights has easy difficulty with a 7-8-week flowering period. Hash Plant is a great choice for beginners.

What effects does Hash Plant have compared to Northern Lights?

Hash Plant produces sleepy, relaxing, hungry, euphoric, happy effects, ideal for evening use. Northern Lights produces sleepy, relaxing, hungry, euphoric, happy effects, best for evening use.

What terpenes are in Hash Plant and Northern Lights?

Hash Plant features Myrcene, giving it hash, herb, spicy flavors. Northern Lights features Myrcene, with pine, spicy, sweet flavors.

Which medical conditions can Hash Plant and Northern Lights help with?

Hash Plant may help with add/adhd, bipolar disorder, chronic pain, depression, insomnia, migraines, nausea, ptsd, stress, pain, anxiety. Northern Lights may help with anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, headaches, insomnia, loss of appetite, migraines, ptsd, stress, pain. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Hash Plant

Indica — THC 19%

Northern Lights

Indica — THC 21%

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

Northern Lights

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Medical

Hash Plant

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Growing

Tie

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Flavor

Tie

Strain Profile Comparison

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Hash Plant

Northern Lights

Effect Matchup

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Hash Plant

Effect

Northern Lights

100%

Sleepy

100%

88%

Relaxing

88%

77%

Hungry

77%

68%

Euphoric

68%

60%

Happy

60%

41%

Body-buzz

53%

Calming

46%

Long-lasting

Social

46%

6 shared effects highlighted

Hash Plant — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelModerate

Northern Lights — Potency

THC0%

CBD0%

Potency LevelModerate

Hash Plant Indica LandraceHash Plant

Indica 90%Sativa 10%

Thai x AfghaniNorthern Lights

Indica 100%Sativa 0%

Side-by-Side Specs

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Hash Plant

Profile Comparison

Shared (6)

SleepyRelaxingHungryEuphoricHappyBody-buzz

Only Hash Plant (2)

CalmingLong-lasting

Only Northern Lights (1)

Social

Possible Side Effects

Shared

Dry mouthDry eyesDizzy

Growing Guide Comparison

Hash Plant

DifficultyEasy

Flowering6-7 weeks

HarvestSeptember Yield

Indoor YieldLarge

Outdoor YieldLarge

Indoor HeightShort

Outdoor HeightShort

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateMediterranean

Northern Lights

DifficultyEasy

Flowering7-8 weeks

HarvestEnd

Indoor YieldLarge

Outdoor YieldLarge

Indoor HeightShort

Outdoor HeightShort

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateWarm

About These Strains

Hash Plant

Indica 90/10 — THC 13–19%

With an 80:20 indica/sativa ratio, the strain is an indica dominant hybrid with a bit of history of its own. It began its journey from Holland in the early 1980s and made its way to the United States.

It has grown immensely popular and is a cross between Hash Plant strains along with Northern Lights #1, or so they say.

Northern Lights

Indica 100/0 — THC 16–21%

Few strains come with as much widespread renown as Northern Lights, inarguably one of the most popular strains of all time. An inbred descendant of original Afghani landrace strains, Northern Lights is a pure indica.

THC levels can reach 16-21%, making this one of the most potent strains available on any market.

Which One Is Right for You?

Hash Plant and Northern Lights are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Hash Plant is a Indica with 13–19% THC, while Northern Lights is a Indica with 16–21% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Hash Plant

Hash Plant is a solid indica with sleepy, relaxing, hungry effects.

Choose Northern Lights

Choose Northern Lights if you want higher THC potency. Few strains come with as much widespread renown as Northern Lights, inarguably one of the most popular strains of all time.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hash Plant vs Northern Lights

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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