Synonyms: Squirrel Tail (Hang Krarok), Tiger Tail (Hang Suea), Phu Phan, Hang Krarok Phu Phan
Genetics: Lao-Isan Landrace
Type: Point of Origin, Open Pollinated
Style: Ganja, Seeded Flowers
Farmer: Lin Pooh Family
Sourcing: Éloïse/Iza (2025)
Village(s): Ban Nan Toeng
District: Phu Phan
Province: Sakhon Nakhon
Area: Isan
Region: Northeastern Thailand
Appellation: Phu Phan Mountains
Country: Thailand
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Cultivation Details:
Regional Planting: July-September
Regional Harvest: January-March
Height: 2-3m
Classification: NLD type landrace population
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Description:
The cannabis cultivated by the Lin Pooh family at their farm is a classic Lao-Isan (Mekong) landrace population, characterized by tall, elegant ‘sativa’ morphology, long internodal spacing, and high resin production. These plants reach between 2-3 meters in height, thriving in the warm, dry climate of the Phu Phan Mountains.
Two primary expressions are present in the population:
Tiger Tail (Hang Suea): Known for its bold, robust structure, this phenotype has thicker colas, strong lateral branching, and a dense trichome coating. The terpene profile leans toward earthy spice, herbal musk, and deep, woody undertones. Psychoactive effects are strong, clear-headed, and energizing, making it a highly sought-after selection for daytime use.
Squirrel Tail (Hang Krarok): A more delicate, elongated phenotype, producing cascading, foxtail-like colas and lighter, airier flowers. The aroma is sweet and floral, often displaying tropical fruit, mango, and subtle herbal notes. The high is uplifting, euphoric, and long-lasting, reflecting the classic cerebral effects of Mekong sativas.
The overall terpene spectrum within the Lin Pooh Farm population ranges from earthy spice to bright, sweet fruit, with notable mango and herbal overtones. The psychoactive effects remain clean, stimulating, and paranoia-free, making this accession a quintessential representation of Isan’s historic cannabis heritage.
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Context:
The Phu Phan Mountains are one of the most historically significant regions for Lao-Isan landrace cannabis, traditionally cultivated by Lao communities who migrated to Isan centuries ago. This region became famous as a Thai-Stick producing area during the golden era of Thai cannabis, when potent sativas were exported worldwide.
The Lao-Isan landrace cultivated by the Lin Pooh Family represents a genetic lineage preserved through generations of natural selection, adapted to the fertile mountain soils and monsoon climate of the Phu Phan Mountains. This region's isolation protected the landrace from genetic contamination, maintaining its unique aromatic profile and psychedelic potency.
The Lin Pooh Family cultivates this landrace using open-pollination and traditional farming methods passed down through generations. Their fields are located in Ban Nan Toeng, a remote village nestled within the mountain valleys. Here, cannabis is not only a crop but an integral part of cultural and spiritual practices, used in traditional medicine and local rituals.
The Tiger Tail and Squirrel Tail phenotypes are particularly prized for their psychoactive potency and unique terpene profiles, making them highly sought after for Thai-Sticks during the 1970s and 1980s.
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Accessions/Selections:
Lin Pooh General Population (2024)
Notes: Collected by Eloise and Isabella
Type: General population, domesticate landrace
Altitude: 200m
Lin Pooh General Population (2025)
Notes: Selected by Mrs Lin Pooh
Type: Selected domesticate landrace
Altitude: 200m
Lin Pooh "Mrs. Pooh" Selection (2025)
Notes: Selected by Mrs Lin Pooh
Type: Selected domesticate landrace
Altitude: 200m
Lin Pooh "Tiger Tail" (2025)
Notes: Selected Tiger Tail phenotypes
Type: Selected domesticate landrace
Altitude: 200m
Lin Pooh 'Squirrel Tail' (2025)
Notes: Selected Squirrel Tail phenotypes
Type: Selected domesticate landrace
Altitude: 200m
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Current Status:
The Lao/Isan (Mekhong) landrace is endangered. Genetic introgression from modern hybrids and economic pressures threaten it. Every year, the culling of males aggravates the genetic bottleneck and fewer farmers choose to plant the local landrace.
Extremely limited seed stock is available from the 2024/2025 harvest.
This farm will be the focus of our conservation efforts in the Phu Phan mountains on an ongoing basis from here on out.
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Lin Pooh Family Farm
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