Funniest Marijuana Strain Names [Top 5]
There are hundreds of cannabis strains available today, ranging from nationally known brands to rare, legendary buds. Names are not often indicative of the experience or profile, but rather a marketing gimmick to make consumers laugh and want to show their new flower to their friends.
Where Do Strange Marijuana Strain Names Come From?
There are a few ways in which cannabis strains receive their unique names: parent strains, flavors, effects, etc. While some of the strain names below appear to be just for laughs - and a few are! - they typically have something to do with the plant’s backstory.
Top 5 Funniest Strain Names
In the spirit of enjoying the creativity of cannabis growers everywhere, here are a few of our favorite strain names.
Cat Piss
Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
This strain’s name explains the smell it gives off: cat urine. It may smell like ammonia, but fortunately the taste is much more pleasant. There are several versions of Cat Piss, coming from Super Silver Haze, Afghan Landrace, or Trainwreck. There is another strain called Cheetah Piss, but the two don’t have much in common other than the name.2
Crouching Tiger Hidden Alien
Indica-Dominant Hybrid
Crouching Tiger Hidden Alien is a creation from famous seed company Exotic Genetix, and comes from a combination of Starfighter and Tiger’s Milk. There’s no backstory to this name, but it’s still cool enough to make our list.3
Alaskan Thunderf*** (ATF)
Sativa-Dominant Hybrid
Alaskan Thunderf*** (also known as ATF) is a cannabis strain from the Matanuska Valley in Alaska, which is where the ‘Alaska’ part comes from. This strain has been around for quite some time, so there isn’t much insight around the second half of its name. However, it could possibly be from the plant’s “creeper” effect, as the impact takes a bit to develop but then comes on very suddenly and can be quite intense.1
Purple Monkey Balls
Indica-Dominant Hybrid
‘Purple’ and ‘grape’ are common additions to strain names, indicating a plant’s grape-like flavors. Purple Monkey Balls is created by breeding a Northern California purple strain - possibly Granddaddy Purple - with an Afghani indica called Deep Chunk. The name is a nod to the large, round, purple buds produced by the cannabis plant.4
Slap ‘N Tickle
Indica-Dominant Hybrid
Slap ‘N Tickle is a blend of the GMO and Grape Pie strains. The name certainly elicits a reaction, and it’s actually indicative of the plant’s reported effects: it comes on strong, like a slap, and then provides a relaxing, “tickling” experience. Even though each user experiences cannabis differently, this strain name is bound to make everyone giggle.5
Finding Funny Strains
While not always available at every dispensary all the time - especially if you’re in a state that doesn’t allow the sale of flower - you can visit your local dispensary to find plenty of enjoyable cannabis strains.
Sources:
1. “Alaskan Thunder F***,” Leafly, https://www.leafly.com/strains/alaskan-thunder-fuck
2. “Cat Piss,” Leafly, https://www.leafly.com/strains/cat-piss
3. “Crouching Tiger Hidden Alien,” Leafly, https://www.leafly.com/strains/crouching-tiger-hidden-alien
4. “Purple Monkey Balls,” Leafly, https://www.leafly.com/strains/purple-monkey-balls
5. “Slap and Tickle,” Leafly, https://www.leafly.com/strains/slap-and-tickle
Recreational cannabis is not available in all states. Cannabis is for medical use only and may only be used by certified patients in Pennsylvania. State laws impact what dispensaries can and can’t sell to recreational customers and certified patients. Not every type of product, consumption method, dosage form, or potency mentioned on this blog will be permitted in all locations.