Chemo aka UBC Chemo Marijuana Strain Information

Chemo

Peppery
Herbal
Citrus

Rumor has it that Chemo’s beginnings stretch back to the 1970s in Canada where this heavy indica was allegedly developed to treat the side effects of chemotherapy. Another name for this strain is “UBC Chemo” in reference to the university in which Chemo is said to have been conceived. Chemo’s genetics is carried on by Jordan of the Islands, whose rendition is best known for its subtle woody aroma and potent medicinal effects perfect for patients treating nausea, appetite loss, pain, and sleeplessness.

165 people reported 1479 effects

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Relaxed 84%

Sleepy 75%

Hungry 48%

Happy 43%

Euphoric 38%

Pain 43%

Insomnia 42%

Stress 41%

Lack of appetite 26%

Anxiety 26%

Dry mouth 30%

Dry eyes 16%

Dizzy 11%

Anxious 5%

Paranoid 4%

Allie17

Member since 2015

One of my favorites, if not my favorite strain I have acquired over the years. Chemo shows you no mercy, so this strain is definitely not for the inexperienced. To start, the buds themselves were covered in crystals and trichomes, and, excuse me for my wording, but honestly had the cutest orange cur...

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Yorick

Member since 2014

You'll fall over if you don't have much tolerance. Very nice, heavy indica that relaxes the mind and body before summoning the ultra munchies. After that comes nap time. Amazing pain relief too! Not too smelly but potent as fuck. YES/5

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rachels95

Member since 2015

My mom is going through chemotherapy and has been a chronic pot smoker for years. She suffers from extreme appetite loss, nausea and abdominal discomfort from the chemotherapy constantly since she is taking it orally through a pill. She says this strain is incredible for nausea, probably the best sh...

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ConceptProductions

Member since 2014

UBC chemo is one of the original medical strains of cannabis, originating from British Columbia, Canada. I have chemo kush, which is the original ubc chemo crossed with og kush, but it doesn't seem to be on here. A great night time medicine for those suffering from insomnia, and will also get your a...

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Eric420

Member since 2013

UBC Chemo has an extremely Pungent Kush smell, tastes really earthy kinda woody . I really enjoy this strain, its my go to indica, perfect for night time hits you hard to the body instant couch lock with lots of euphoria. I would definitely recommend this strain to people who are experiencing pain...

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