Cum LaudeP

Cum Laude by Positronics is a Sativa-leaning cannabis strain with a special historical background. The genetics were developed as a tribute to the Spanish philosopher and author Antonio Escohotado and his many years of work concerning cannabis and drug policy. Cum Laude was created from a three-way cross of Reina Madre, Tijuana and Original Haze, bringing together three distinctly Sativa-influenced lines.

When it comes to cultivation, Cum Laude displays vigorous and pronounced Sativa growth and is particularly well suited to indoor cultivation. The strain is comparatively straightforward to grow, making it interesting for experienced growers as well as those with less experience. Due to its vigorous development, however, it is advisable to support the side branches in good time so that they remain sufficiently stable during the later stages of development.

One of the most unusual characteristics of Cum Laude is its complex aroma profile. Anise and lavender combine with exotic spices and subtle coffee notes to create an unusual blend that clearly distinguishes the strain from many modern genetics with predominantly fruity or dessert-like profiles. The spicy and slightly floral character in particular emphasizes the classic Sativa nature of this strain.

Those looking to buy Positronics Seeds and searching for a distinctive Sativa with a traditional genetic background will find Cum Laude an interesting combination of Reina Madre, Tijuana and Original Haze. Its pronounced Sativa growth and unusual combination of anise, lavender, spices and coffee give this strain its distinctive character.

• Lineage: Reina Madre x Tijuana x Original Haze
• Genetics: Sativa
• Flowering Time: 10 - 12 weeks
• Smell: aniseed, lavender, spices, coffee
• THC: 23%

• Positronics Seeds: Keeping Old Favorites Alive

Positronics started out as the very first cannabis grow shop in Amsterdam. It was run by Wernard Bruining, who a lot of people call the Potfather of Cannabis. Back then, strains like Skunk #1, Purple Haze, Tropical Mango, and Northern Light were passed on to home growers through his shop. Over the years, many of these became classics. Purple Haze especially built a big following. People loved it for a long time, and it was not easy to find.

Quick Facts

Location: From Amsterdam, now in Malaga, Spain

Focus: Feminised seeds from well known old genetics

Types Available: Feminised and autoflowering

Well Known For: Purple Haze, Black Widow, Afghan Express

Works Well For: Anyone who wants stable, older strains in seed form

The original shop closed after running into financial trouble. A grow shop owner in Malaga, Sebastian, who was a big fan of the original strains, brought the brand back. Wernard agreed to share the genetics, and now those seeds are being bred again and sold under the Positronics name. They still offer classics like Purple Haze and Blue Rhino, along with newer options such as the Afghan Express, which flowers automatically and has a strong THC content.