God Bud
Also known as BC God Bud, Purple God Bud
At a glance
- Possible side effects
- Dry MouthDry Eyes
About God Bud
God Bud is an indica bred by BC Bud Depot in British Columbia from a cross of Hawaiian and Purple Skunk. It picked up awards in the early 2000s and has remained a familiar name in Canada ever since, while also showing up on menus across the United States. You may see it sold as BC God Bud or Purple God Bud.
The aroma blends sweet berries and lavender-like florals with a deep, earthy base and a light skunky tang. Buds are typically dense and resinous, often streaked with purple and wrapped in orange hairs. Myrcene tends to drive the musky, fruity side, caryophyllene adds a peppery warmth, and pinene can bring a faint fresh pine note.
God Bud is commonly described as relaxed, sleepy and happy, and most people reach for it at night when they want to wind down completely. THC usually ranges from 15% to 22%, with minimal CBD, which puts it in a moderate to strong range for a classic indica.
This heritage strain is a good fit for people who appreciate old-school Canadian genetics and a heavier, calming finish to the day. Start low, go slow, and plan to stay in once the effects settle. Use WhereLeaf to find God Bud at licensed dispensaries and delivery services near you.
God Bud terpene profile
Terpenes are the natural oils that give each strain its smell and taste. Listed from most to least dominant.
Smells like: Earthy, musky, ripe fruit
Also found in: Mango, hops, lemongrass, thyme
The most common terpene in cannabis. Strains led by myrcene are often described as relaxing and heavy.
Smells like: Peppery, spicy, woody
Also found in: Black pepper, cloves, cinnamon
Gives strains a spicy kick. Common in kush, cookies and gelato lines.
Smells like: Fresh pine, rosemary
Also found in: Pine needles, rosemary, basil
Smells like a forest. Often found in strains people describe as clear-headed.
God Bud family tree
Growing God Bud
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering time
- 8-9 weeks
- Plant height
- Medium
- Yield
- High
Only grow where home growing is legal, and follow local plant limits.
For adults of legal age. Not medical advice. THC and CBD vary by grower and batch — check the product label. Effects vary by person. Start low, go slow, and never drive high.
