Purple 43
WiFi 43 × Purple Dessert Cultivar (e.g., Purple Punch, GDP descendant)
Purple 43 is an indica-dominant hybrid recognized for its striking violet coloration and dense trichome coverage. It offers a blend of calming and euphoric sensations, making it a popular choice for evening relaxation.
Appearance
Purple 43 buds are typically medium to large and conical, characterized by tightly packed calyxes and minimal sugar leaf. The flowers display deep purple hues, ranging from plum to eggplant, often contrasted with hints of lime green and bright orange pistils. A dense coating of trichomes gives the buds a frosted, silvery appearance.
Under optimal conditions, the buds are dense and resinous, with a favorable calyx-to-leaf ratio for easier trimming. Swelling bracts and substantial calyxes are common in the final weeks of flowering. Stems may darken due to anthocyanin accumulation late in the bloom cycle.
Aroma & Flavor
The aroma of Purple 43 often presents a sweet combination of grape candy and berry jam, accompanied by subtle floral notes. Underlying these sweeter scents is a classic OG foundation with notes of fuel, pine resin, and earthy spice. The fuel-like aromas tend to intensify with heat.
When vaped or combusted, the flavor profile continues this duality, offering notes of candy and berry alongside diesel and earthy undertones. This layered bouquet is often described as candy-on-gas, reflecting a complex blend of confectionary and hydrocarbon-like volatile compounds.
Effects
Consumers often seek Purple 43 for its relaxing, body-centric effects. It provides a balance of euphoria and physical calm, with the potential for sedation increasing at higher doses.
The strain is generally considered suitable for evening use due to its calming influence. Users report a sense of well-being and tranquility, making it a choice for unwinding after a long day.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
Purple 43 typically exhibits THC levels ranging from 15-25%, with CBD content below 1%. In well-cultivated examples, total terpene content often falls between 1.5% and 3.0% by weight.
Key terpenes commonly associated with this strain include Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, Linalool, and Humulene. This terpene profile contributes to the strain's complex aroma and flavor, as well as its characteristic effects.
Origins & Lineage
Purple 43 is a contemporary indica-leaning hybrid whose exact breeder attribution can vary. It is often discussed in the context of numerically designated phenotypes, particularly WiFi 43, and its lineage likely involves crosses with purple dessert cultivars or OG-derived lines.
Hypotheses suggest it may be a selection from WiFi 43, a cross between WiFi 43 and a purple dessert strain like Purple Punch or a Granddaddy Purple descendant, or a purple-expressing Gelato/Sherb descendant. These potential origins contribute to its characteristic coloration, dense structure, and a blend of candy and gas aromatics.
Growing
Purple 43 plants tend to exhibit medium-short internodal spacing and develop dense, conical colas. The strain rewards canopy control and is known for high trichome density, making it suitable for various cultivation methods.
Anthocyanin expression, responsible for the purple coloration, can be intensified by lowering night temperatures during the late flowering stage. The plant structure often features substantial bract stacking and a favorable calyx-to-leaf ratio.