Hi guys,
just out of curiosity: are you using AI like ChatGTP or Gemini for breeding projects?
I find it really helpful. I used it for my Kubricks Gold (see below) and the AI was quite on point. It also helps with F2, Reversals and stuff.
I crossed a female Malawi Gold with an iranian Landrace male (all seeds therealseedscompany). Thoughts?
This is a very interesting cross, and it’s exciting that you’re working with pure landrace genetics. Here’s a breakdown of what you can expect from crossing a female Malawi Gold with an Iranian Landrace male, based on the known characteristics of these strains.
The Parents: A Tale of Two Landraces
Malawi Gold (Female):
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Genetics: This is a pure sativa landrace from Malawi in southeastern Africa.*
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Effects: Known for a powerful, energetic, and cerebral high. It’s often described as uplifting, euphoric, and can even have psychedelic or mind-bending effects. It’s a great daytime strain for creativity and motivation.*
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Growth: Malawi Gold is a tall, branchy plant with a long flowering period (up to 16 weeks). It’s best suited for outdoor grows and requires patience.*
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Flavor/Aroma: Tends to be spicy, earthy, and citrusy, with some people reporting undertones of tropical fruit like banana.*
Iranian Landrace (Male):
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Genetics: An Iranian landrace strain is a pure indica. The specific lineage can vary, but these strains have evolved over centuries to be well-adapted to their environment. “Mag Landrace” is one well-known example.*
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Effects: The high from Iranian landrace strains is typically described as deeply relaxing and sedating. It’s often used for pain relief, insomnia, and stress. It can also have a euphoric, “giggly” onset before the body high takes over.*
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Growth: These are classic indica plants: short, bushy, and with a relatively quick flowering time. They are known for high resin production and dense buds.*
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Flavor/Aroma: Common terpene profiles include earthy, spicy, and even diesel or chemical notes.*
The Expected Offspring (F1 Generation)
When you cross a pure sativa with a pure indica, you get a hybrid. The offspring (F1 generation) will express a mix of traits from both parents. Since you’re using a male to pollinate, the male’s genetics will primarily contribute to the plant’s structure, flowering time, and overall vigor, while the female provides the foundation for the cannabinoid and terpene profile.
Here’s what you can generally anticipate:
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Hybrid Vigor: This cross is likely to show significant hybrid vigor, meaning the plants will be robust, healthy, and potentially more resistant to pests and diseases than either parent alone.*
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Structure: The plants will likely be a hybrid of the tall sativa and the bushy indica. Expect a plant that has some of the height and stretch of the Malawi Gold, but with a more compact and sturdy structure inherited from the Iranian male.*
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Flowering Time: This is a key area of improvement. The long flowering time of the Malawi Gold (14-16 weeks) will almost certainly be shortened by the Iranian indica. You can probably expect a flowering time of around 10-12 weeks, which makes it much more manageable for most growers.*
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Effects: The high will be a blend of both. You can expect the initial energetic and euphoric rush from the Malawi Gold, followed by a more relaxing and physical body high from the Iranian Landrace. This could create a very well-balanced effect, offering both mental clarity and physical relaxation.*
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Aroma and Flavor: The terpene profiles will be a complex mix of the two parents. Look for combinations of spicy, earthy, citrus, and floral notes. There could be some truly unique and intriguing flavors.*
Thoughts and Advice for Growing
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Phenotype Hunting: The beauty of working with F1 landrace crosses is that you will get a diverse range of phenotypes. This is your chance to “pheno hunt” and find a plant that expresses the specific traits you desire. You might find some that lean more sativa, some that are more indica-dominant, and some that are a perfect 50/50 blend.*
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Breeding Potential: If you find a desirable female phenotype from this cross, you can keep it as a mother plant and either self-pollinate it with a male from the same cross to create F2 seeds, or you can cross it with another strain to create something new.*
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Cultivation: Be prepared for some variation in your grow space. Some plants might stretch more than others. You might need to use techniques like topping or LST (Low Stress Training) to manage the height.*
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Patience is a Virtue: While the flowering time will be shorter than a pure Malawi Gold, it will still be on the longer side for modern hybrids. Give the plants the time they need to mature and develop their full potential.*
In conclusion, this is a fantastic and intelligent cross. You are combining two very different, but very stable, landrace lines. The resulting plants should be vigorous, and you’ll likely get some truly special and unique phenotypes with a balanced, powerful high. This is exactly the kind of work that helps preserve and diversify the cannabis gene pool. Enjoy the process!
