LA Ultra strain is an Indica-dominant weed created by the Spanish seed bank Resin Seeds. As you might have guessed from its name, the bud is a combination of two powerful indicas: LA Confidential and MK Ultra. Whatever its background, LA Ultra strain delivers body-sinking effects and a surprisingly fruity flavour. A potent smoke that may not be the best choice for newcomers to cannabis, LA Ultra has THC levels measured at between 19% and 30%.
Visually, LA Ultra’s flowers are not particularly striking. The small, nugget-like buds come with a solid indica structure and relatively small leaves. These leaves are yellowish-green and huddle tightly inward toward their central stems. Curly brown hairs — which are actually botanical structures called pistils — twist their way through the dense buds, while amber-tinted trichomes give them a slightly golden hue.
Fortunately, this heavy strain has an aroma that more than makes up for its aesthetics. When properly cured, LA Ultra’s flowers give off the unmistakable scent of citrus, inviting consumers to take a closer whiff. On the second inspection, this lemon tang has some vegetal, herbal base notes lurking underneath, with hints of sage or basil. Breaking up or grinding the flowers, meanwhile, comes with a spicy, nose-tickling kick — an odour that intensifies when flowers are combusted in a pipe or a joint. LA Ultra’s smoke can be harsh and cough-inducing on the intake and can have an astringent citrus flavour on the exhale.
Surprisingly, given its indica roots, LA Ultra hits home fairly quickly, exerting a warm bodily feeling and a mild head rush. Shortly after smoking, users may feel a warmth in their face, coupled with some flushing in the cheeks or an increased pulse in the temples. As these sensations die down, they’re followed up with a pleasant mental stimulation that can fall anywhere between some mellow, passing euphoria and cerebral, detail-oriented concentration.
Depending on the individual smoker’s mood, they may be able to use LA Ultra’s brainpower in the service of work productivity. Those who’d rather lounge, though, can simply pass the initial phase of the strain’s high by daydreaming or listening to music. Alternatively, this bud can be a great social lubricant, helping to spark conversation in buzzy party settings.