The 24 Best Low-Odor Cannabis Strains

If you’re looking for low-odor cannabis strains to grow at home or purchase at your local dispensary, you’re in luck. There are a number of excellent options out there, including some of the most popular varieties on the market (Northern Lights, anyone?) Whether you’re hoping to avoid detection on the go or make it through a grow cycle without infuriating your neighbors, the following strains won’t disappoint.

The Best Low-Odor Strains

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When shopping, you’ll want to look for these and other low-odor strains.

Table of Contents 

1. Auto Duck
2. BC Mango
3. Blue Mystic
4. Bubble Gum
5. Durban Poison
6. Granddaddy Purple
7. Green Crack
8. Green Ninja
9. Guava Jelly
10. Hash Bomb
11. Jack Herer
12. Master Kush
13. Nicole Hindu Kush
14. Northern Cheese
15. Northern Lights
16. Papaya
17. Polar Express
18. Quick One
19. Royal Creamatic
20. Sharksbreath
21. Strawberry Cough
22. White Gorilla Haze
23. White Rhino
24. Wipeout Express

1. Auto Duck

Variety: ​Sativa-dominant

THC Content: 15%-20%

Flowering Time: 11-13 weeks ​

Yield: Large

Aroma: Fruity, chocolatey

A cross between Frisian Duck and White Widow Auto, Auto Duck is a potent strain that flourishes both indoors and out. Though it’s sativa dominant, this strain provides a pleasing balance of both sativa and indica effects for a high that’s as relaxing as it is mind-altering. Best of all, the subtle fruity notes are never overwhelming to the senses.

2. BC Mango

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 25%

Flowering Time: ​7-9 weeks

Yield: Moderate

Aroma: ​Mango

With a staggering 25% THC, BC Mango is one of the most potent strains out there, so you’ll want to take it easy. Indoor growers love it because the mango aroma is pleasing and subtle. But while the strain may be light on smell, it’s not light on flavor—you’ll be enjoying the sweet taste of mango for hours after using.

3. Blue Mystic

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 16%

Flowering Time: ​7-8 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Fruit (a hint of blueberry)

As with most low-odor strains, Blue Mystic works well not because you can’t smell it but because the aroma is sweet and skunk-free. Derived from strains like Blueberry, Skunk, and Northern Nights, Blue Mystic offers a pleasing whiff of blueberry coupled with a relaxing body high.

4. Bubble Gum

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 17%

Flowering Time: ​7-9 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Flowery, sweet, earthy

With notes of berries, candy, and tropical fruit, Bubble Gum is one strain you’ll wish had a stronger smell. It tastes like bubblegum (hence the name), and it’s a great strain for achieving a sensational body high and clear head. Discover for yourself why this strain has been winning myriad industry awards since 1994.

5. Durban Poison

Variety: ​Sativa

THC Content: 20%

Flowering Time: ​8-10 weeks

Yield: Moderate

Aroma: Spicy, citrusy

We’ve given a lot of love to the indicas, but there are some great low-odor sativas out there as well. Durban Poison may be #1. This energizing South African strain is incredibly strong on account of its high THC content and its unusual abundance of THCV, a psychoactive cannabinoid that has demonstrated possible energizing effects. Some plants are nearly odorless, so this is also a great one for home growers and discreet users.

6. Granddaddy Purple

Variety: ​Indica

THC Content: 18%-23%

Flowering Time: ​8-9 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Sweet, fruity (grape)

For the pure indica lovers, Granddaddy Purple is a winner. Calming and long-lasting, this strain is the perfect way to end a long day. The grape and berry aroma is pleasing and non-intrusive, and the sweet grape flavor makes it an undisputed winner. A little goes a long way, so start with low doses.

7. Green Crack

Variety: ​Sativa

THC Content: 17%

Flowering Time: ​7-9 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Woody and fruity with notes of pineapple and mango

A true California original, Green Crack has become a worldwide sensation on account of its soft fruity aroma, excellent genetics (derived from Afghani and Skunk #1 strains), and powerful cerebral effects. It’s also popular among growers thanks to its massive yields and short flowering times.

8. Green Ninja

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 22%

Flowering Time: ​8-9 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Fruity, spicy

The name is no coincidence; with this relaxing strain, you can be as discreet and undetected as a ninja. In fact, it was specifically bred as a low-odor strain. The fruity notes are only detectable up close, and they bear no resemblance to classic skunk weed. If you love Northern Lights, you’ll want to give this one a try; it contains Northern Lights genetics with an even subtler aroma.

9. Guava Jelly

Variety: Indica/sativa hybrid (50/50)

THC Content: 16%

Flowering Time: ​9 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Fruity with notes of berry, citrus, and aniseed

Bred from a combination of Durban, Wedding Cheesecake, and Strawberry Kush, Guava Jelly is a beautifully balanced strain that combines the couchlock effects of an indica with the uplifting euphoria of a sativa. The aroma is extremely subtle, and the full fruity scent is only released when the dried buds are broken apart.

10. Hash Bomb

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 15%-20%

Flowering Time: ​6-8 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Spicy, herbal

A combination of Dutch Classic Skunk and Bomb #1, Hash Bomb is a favorite among hash makers on account of its abundant resin yield. It’s also great for CBD lovers and medicinal users because it has more cannabidiol than the average strain. The faint herbal aroma is just icing on the cake.

11. Jack Herer

Variety: ​Sativa-dominant

THC Content: 15%-24%

Flowering Time: ​8-10 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Sweet, fruity, earthy

Jack Herer is one of the top names in cannabis, and this strain is especially popular among users seeking cerebral elevation. Like Hash Bomb, it’s also a big resin producer. The sweet, earthy tones are unencumbered by any skunk aromas, and the fruity flavor provides a satisfying experience with each puff.

12. Master Kush

Variety: ​Indica

THC Content: 18%

Flowering Time: ​8-10 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Earthy, citrus, incense

One of the signature strains developed by the Dutch White Label Seed Company in Amsterdam, Master Kush has become one of America’s go-to strains in recent years. This is pure indica all the way, so be prepared for maximum couchlock. The sweet, citrus aroma is almost undetectable from a distance, so you never have to worry about the smell harshing your buzz.

13. Nicole Hindu Kush

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 15-20%

Flowering Time: ​7-9 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Incense

The perfect medicinal strain on account of its high THC and CBD content, Nicole Hindu Kush is best enjoyed in small doses—at least for the novice user. It produces a fragrant scent when smoked, but it has very little aroma when being grown and stored. Every parent strain comes from the mountains of Central Asia, so you’re getting some of the highest-quality bud around.

14. Northern Cheese

Variety: ​Indica/sativa hybrid (50/50)

THC Content: 15%-23%

Flowering Time: ​9-11 weeks

Yield: Moderate to large

Aroma: Musky cheese

“Musky cheese” might not sound like an aroma you want in a cannabis strain, but thankfully this one is subtle—nothing like the traditional Cheese strain from which Northern Cheese is partially derived. You’ll barely notice the smell, but you’ll definitely notice the fuzzy, dream-like haze that this strain produces.

15. Northern Lights

Variety: ​Indica

THC Content: 20% (avg.)

Flowering Time: 8 weeks ​

Yield: Large

Aroma: Pine, citrus

Not only is Northern Lights (particularly Northern Lights #5) one of the most popular strains in the U.S., but it’s also one of the best low-odor strains. Cured buds have a subtle pine and citrus aroma and a flavor to match. Just be careful when lighting up, as the THC content can vary wildly, sometimes exceeding 25%.

16. Papaya

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 22%

Flowering Time: ​8-9 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Papaya

Papaya isn’t a low-odor strain in the traditional sense. It does have an aroma; it just doesn’t smell anything like weed. It literally smells like fresh papaya, and that’s great news for anyone looking for weed that doesn’t smell. The genetics are also a bit deceiving. Though Papaya is indica-dominant, it’s known for producing the kinds of energizing effects more commonly associated with sativas.

17. Polar Express

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 19%

Flowering Time: ​9-11 weeks

Yield: Small to moderate

Aroma: Neutral

Polar Express is an auto-flowering strain with parents that include Northern Lights, Lowryder, and California Kush. This is hands-down one of the best low-odor strains because the scent is almost undetectable. In addition, the plants are small in size and limited in yield, so they’re perfect for small indoor grows.

18. Quick One

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 13%

Flowering Time: ​6-8 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Fruity

Quick One is another one of the lowest-odor cannabis strains available. It does have a combination of fruity, herbal, and citrus notes on close inspection, but the odor is virtually neutral from a distance. Quick One is a variation of the popular Lowryder strain, noted for its compact size and medicinal effects.

19. Royal Creamatic

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 15%

Flowering Time: ​8 weeks

Yield: Moderate to large

Aroma: Caramel

Royal Creamatic has a sweet, subtle aroma, thanks in part to the strain’s White Rhino genetics. The aroma and flavors come alive when this auto-flowering strain is heated and smoked, but Royal Creamatic maintains a low profile during the grow cycle. The small size of each plant additionally makes it a popular choice among indoor growers.

20. Sharksbreath

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 16%

Flowering Time: ​9 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Flowery, lemon

A cross between Great White Shark and Lamb’s Breath, this indica-leaning strain offers physical and mind-altering effects from across the indica-sativa spectrum. It’s known for promoting alertness and relaxation in equal measure. And don’t let the name fool you; the scent is actually subtle and pleasing, less like shark’s breath and more like candy.

21. Strawberry Cough

Variety: ​Sativa

THC Content: 15-20%

Flowering Time: ​9-10 weeks

Yield: Moderate to high

Aroma: Fruity (strawberry) with herbal notes

Strawberry Cough got its name on account of the intense throat hit that causes many novice and even experienced users to cough with each inhale. Intensity aside, Strawberry Cough offers a sweet, tangy aroma that resembles fresh fruit, and the effects are elevating without being intensely mind-altering.

22. White Gorilla Haze

Variety: Sativa-dominant

THC Content: 19%

Flowering Time: ​9-10 weeks

Yield: High

Aroma: ​Citrus, pine, coffee

If you like Jack Herer, we also recommend White Gorilla Haze with its invigorating sativa effects and subtle sweet aroma. This strain grows well in any environment, its yields are enormous, and it’s known for promoting a powerful, stimulating high. This strain is also perfect for fans of Gorilla Glue, as it combines this iconic California strain with the ethereal effects of the Haze strains.

23. White Rhino

Variety: ​Indica-dominant

THC Content: 17%

Flowering Time: ​9-10 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Woody, earthy, sweet

Bred from White Widow and North American Indica, White Rhino is a relaxing strain with a soft, forest-like aroma. Medicinal users often gravitate toward White Rhino due to its powerful indica effects, which may provide certain types of symptom relief. The parent cultivars are derived from Afghanistan, India, and Brazil, giving the strain its unique profile.

24. Wipeout Express

Variety: ​Indica

THC Content: 20%

Flowering Time: ​8 weeks

Yield: Large

Aroma: Fruity, neutral

Wipeout Express is derived from three of the most popular strains on the planet: Northern Lights Auto, Afghani Auto, and White Widow Auto. It has a faint flavor and aroma, but the couchlock effects are powerful, often lasting for hours. This one can be difficult to find in dispensaries, so you may have to order the seeds and grow it yourself.

Do you have any favorite low-odor marijuana strains that we haven’t mentioned? Please let us know!

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