Cultivar record / maui-wowie
Maui Wowie
Maui Wowie is a sativa cultivar with Hawaiian Landrace in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include tropical, pineapple, citrus, mango and sweet flavours and energetic, uplifted, happy, creative and euphoric effects.
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Cover reference: The photograph above shows Hawaiian Haze, not Maui Wowie. Related through Hawaiian ancestry.
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Archive descriptors
Record notes
Only descriptors supported by both the archive record and supplementary cultivar data are listed here.
Reported feelings
Flavour notes
Terpenes
Genetics
- Hawaiian Landrace
Reported negatives
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Headache
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
History and origin
A classic Hawaiian sativa that has been popular since the 1960s. Grown in Hawaii's volcanic soil. Known for its tropical fruit aroma and uplifting effects.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded parent strain is Hawaiian Landrace. A classic Hawaiian sativa that has been popular since the 1960s. Grown in Hawaii's volcanic soil. Known for its tropical fruit aroma and uplifting effects.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include tropical, pineapple, citrus, mango and sweet.
Reported character
Reported effects include energetic, uplifted, happy, creative and euphoric. Individual experiences vary.
Uncertainty and variation
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Reported Effects of Maui Wowie
Users most commonly report feeling energetic, uplifted, happy, creative and euphoric after consuming Maui Wowie. These subjective effects are drawn from user-reported data and individual experiences vary considerably. The effects profile is influenced by the strain's dominant terpenes — Myrcene (aroma and mood), Pinene (comfort and ease), and Caryophyllene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Maui Wowie are Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation), Pinene (a sharp pine aroma linked to alertness and mental clarity) and Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease). Terpene profiles can vary between phenotypes, growing conditions and curing methods.
For more on how terpenes influence the cannabis experience, see our guide to cannabis terpenes and browse the terpene directory.
Maui Wowie Questions
What is Maui Wowie?
Maui Wowie is classified as sativa. Its recorded parent strain is Hawaiian Landrace.
Is Maui Wowie indica or sativa?
Maui Wowie is recorded as sativa. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Maui Wowie?
The archive record notes THC 19% and CBD <1% for Maui Wowie. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Maui Wowie suitable for beginners?
With THC around 19%, Maui Wowie is moderately potent. It may be suitable for beginners who start with a small amount and wait to assess the effects before consuming more.
What does Maui Wowie taste like?
The archive lists tropical, pineapple, citrus, mango and sweet as flavour notes for Maui Wowie.
What effects are reported for Maui Wowie?
Community-reported effects include energetic, uplifted, happy, creative and euphoric. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Maui Wowie?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth, dry eyes and headache. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Maui Wowie?
The archive record lists myrcene, pinene and caryophyllene as terpenes associated with Maui Wowie.
What is the genetic lineage of Maui Wowie?
The recorded parent strain is Hawaiian Landrace. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Maui Wowie sample identical?
No. Phenotype, cultivation methods, storage conditions and batch differences can materially change appearance, aroma, flavour and reported character. The archive records what was observed in specific samples — your experience may differ.