Durban Poison

Durban Poison traces its origins to the port city of Durban, South Africa. In the 1970s, grower and author Ed Rosenthal acquired seeds from the region, eventually passing them to Mel Frank. Frank conducted a selection process aimed at increasing resin production and shortening the flowering cycle. This work reportedly resulted in two primary lines: the A-line, which became the standard for the American market, and the B-line, which was reportedly acquired by Sam the Skunkman and integrated into the Dutch breeding scene, contributing to the development of Skunk #1.

The strain is characterized by a complex aromatic profile featuring sweet earth and pine, accented by notes of herbs, citrus, pepper, and a distinct sharp anise or black-licorice quality. Users frequently report a fast-acting, bright cerebral experience marked by heightened focus, energy, and creativity. Beyond its individual reputation, Durban Poison is recognized for its significant role in the lineage of the Girl Scout Cookies family. While the exact history of its distribution has become somewhat obscured over four decades, its South African landrace heritage remains its defining trait. Dutch Passion Seed Company offers both regular and feminized seeds, and the strain earned 2nd place in the Medical Sativa category at the 2013 and 2014 Denver High Times Cannabis Cups.