Guayaka

Guayaka by Reggae Seeds is a cannabis strain created by crossing Guayaba × Kalijah. The Spanish breeder thus combines two genetics from its breeding programme into an unusual line that stands out particularly for its distinctive aromatic profile. Guayaka is especially aimed at growers looking for an individual strain character beyond classic sweet, fruity or modern Candy genetics.

When grown, Guayaka develops a vigorous, manageable and comparatively straightforward plant structure. The strain is particularly suitable for indoor cultivation and is considered easy to grow. This makes it interesting for both experienced growers and less experienced cultivators. Depending on the phenotype and growing conditions, plant structure, branching and other characteristics may be expressed to different degrees.

Genetically, Guayaka centres on the combination of Guayaba and Kalijah. Both parents contribute different characteristics to the cross, creating a strain character that clearly differs from many genetics commonly found today. It is precisely the combination of these two lines that shapes its complex aromatic spectrum and makes Guayaka one of the more unusual selections from the Reggae Seeds gene pool.

Guayaka's aromatic profile is particularly unusual. Savoury roasted notes reminiscent of a freshly cooked roast combine with wood, tart fruits and sweet strawberries. This unusual mixture of savoury, woody and fruity nuances creates a complex profile that is difficult to compare with conventional aroma categories. Guayaka thus combines Guayaba and Kalijah into a distinctive genetic with roasted notes, wood, tart fruits and strawberry aroma.

• Lineage: Guayaba x Kalijah
• Genetics: Sativa / Indica
• Flowering: 7 - 8 weeks
• Smell: fresh roast, roasted coffee, wood, tart fruit, sweet strawberries
• THC: 9%
• CBD: 5%

• Reggae Seeds: Caribbean Vibes from Spain

Reggae Seeds kicked things off in Spain back in 2006. The idea was simple. Make good seeds for growers, collectors, and people who need them for medical reasons. The folks behind it have been into cannabis for a long time. Most of their life, really. They went looking for genetics that felt special and kept them close until they were ready to share. A lot of what they offer has plenty of CBD, which makes it interesting for people dealing with certain health problems. What’s more, all these varieties are very easy to grow, even for beginners.

Quick Facts

Location: Spain

Focus: CBD-rich, roots-inspired strains

Types Available: Regular and feminised seeds

Known For: Caribbean style genetics with a mellow touch

Works Well For: Anyone after natural, oldschool plants

They started by working with commercial strains and landraces from the Caribbean and other parts of the world. At first, they stuck to regular seeds, keeping things natural and avoiding chemical tweaks. Over time, with a lot of trial and error, they added feminised seeds too. If you like the idea of growing something with that roots feel, or you just want seeds that are not the same as everything else, they might be worth a look.