Violet
Afghani × Purple family
Violet is an indica-leaning hybrid recognized for its visually appealing purple coloration, deeply relaxing body sensations, and a fragrant floral aroma. Consumers may encounter variations due to its history as a clone-only cut and the proliferation of purple cultivars.
Appearance
True to its name, Violet often displays deep magenta and eggplant hues, particularly on sugar leaves and outer bracts during the late flowering stage. Anthocyanins concentrate in areas exposed to light, leading to the most intense coloration on top colas. Inner calyxes may retain an olive green color, creating a striking two-tone effect that emphasizes the bud's density and trichome coverage. Buds are typically medium-dense with a grape-cluster shape, featuring rounded tops and a gentle taper, with pronounced calyx stacking as maturity approaches.
Mature flowers are heavily frosted with trichomes, giving them a glassy sheen. Pistils usually mature to a copper or burnt orange color, offering a sharp contrast against the purple backdrop. A favorable calyx-to-leaf ratio is common, resulting in tightly formed, retail-ready buds with minimal small leaf intrusion. When grown under optimal conditions, the cultivar maintains its structure without foxtailing.
Aroma & Flavor
The aroma of Violet is frequently described as floral, sweet, and subtly spicy, with underlying notes of dark berry and damp earth. Dominant scents often include lavender and violets, complemented by a peppery spice and a hint of citrus. When the buds are broken apart, a faint minty or herbal aroma may emerge, especially in phenotypes with higher ocimene content. This cultivar generally possesses moderate to robust terpene levels, contributing to its layered aromatic profile.
On the palate, Violet offers a delicate floral taste, akin to lavender tea, followed by a gentle berry sweetness and a peppery-spicy finish. When vaporized, the flavor remains subtle and clean, highlighting floral terpenes and faint citrus notes. Combustion tends to bring out more earthy and spicy characteristics, leaving a lingering herbal aftertaste. The mouthfeel is typically smooth, with minimal throat irritation when properly cured.
Effects
Violet is primarily sought for its calming onset and physically centering finish, making it a popular choice for evening use. It is known to induce a state of relaxation throughout the body. Consumers report feeling calm and relaxed after consumption.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
Violet typically tests within the mid-to-high range for THC content, generally between 15-17%, with very low levels of CBD (<1%). Terpene totals are often found in the moderate-to-robust band. Common terpenes associated with this strain include Myrcene, Limonene, Caryophyllene, Linalool, and Ocimene, contributing to its complex aroma and flavor profile.
Growing
Growers often describe Violet phenotypes as medium-height plants with sturdy lateral branching and moderate internodal spacing, consistent with Afghan-leaning structures. A key characteristic is its capacity to develop deep purple coloration reliably, even without extreme temperature manipulation, indicating genetic anthocyanin activation. The cultivar is amenable to various cultivation techniques, including SCROG projects, due to its balanced branching.
The flowering time for Violet is typically around 8-9 weeks. Breeders often aim to stabilize traits such as robust purple coloration by weeks 6-8 of flower, a linalool-forward floral note, and THC potency near or above 20%. The buds tend to form firm, weather-resistant colas, especially when kept dry in the final weeks of outdoor cultivation.
Origins & Lineage
The precise origin of the Violet strain is not universally confirmed, with various growers attributing its lineage differently. Common narratives suggest it is an indica-dominant hybrid with Afghani influence and a purple-hued parent or grandparent. It is thought to borrow traits from families associated with Purple Urkle, Mendo Purps, or Purple Kush. Some reports link its development to mid-2010s breeding efforts focused on stable purple coloration and floral aromatics.
It is important to distinguish this Violet from similarly named strains like Violeta or Violet Kush, which may share color traits but have different genetic backgrounds. Due to its history as a clone-only cut and the widespread nature of purple phenotypes, local expressions of Violet may not be genetically identical across different regions, though sensory profiles often overlap significantly.