Pai Gow strain illustration

Pai Gow

Hybrid
4(38)
Type
Hybrid
THC
19.5%–24.4%
CBD
16.3%
Main terpene
Terpinolene
Parents
Super Silver Haze × Critical Jack

THC range is the middle half of 69 public lab tests of Pai Gow flower (2022–2024). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Pai Gow

A cross of Super Silver Haze and Critical Jack, Pai Gow is a cross-bred hybrid. The effects people mention most are feeling creative, focused and energetic.

THC and potency

Public lab results give a good picture of its strength: 69 flower samples tested between 2022 and 2024 came in at a median of 21.5% total THC (the middle half ranged from 19.5% to 24.4%). CBD measured a median of 16.3%. That is in line with most flower on Canadian shelves. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.

Aroma, flavour and terpenes

Its reported terpene profile is led by terpinolene, with caryophyllene and myrcene. Terpinolene is known for fresh, herbal brightness with hints of pine and flowers, while caryophyllene adds black pepper and warm spice. Total terpene content measured a median of 1.6%. Consumers most often describe the flavour as pear, nutty and grapefruit.

Reported effects

Beyond feeling creative, reviewers also mention feeling uplifted and hungry. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with depression, anxiety and fatigue. The side effects mentioned most are anxiety, paranoia and dizziness. These are personal reports, not medical advice.

Genetics

Parents: Super Silver Haze and Critical Jack. Pai Gow is also a parent of Baccarat.

Pai Gow terpenes

Relative strength as reported by consumers.

  • terpinoleneFresh, herbal
  • caryophyllenePepper, spice
  • myrceneEarthy, musky
  • pinenePine
  • limoneneCitrus
  • humuleneWoody, hoppy

Pai Gow effects

creativefocusedenergeticupliftedhungry

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Pai Gow FAQ

How strong is Pai Gow?
In 69 public lab tests, Pai Gow flower had a median of 21.5% total THC; most samples were between 19.5% and 24.4%.
Is Pai Gow an indica or a sativa?
Pai Gow is generally classed as a hybrid.
What strains make Pai Gow?
Pai Gow is a cross of Super Silver Haze and Critical Jack.
What does Pai Gow smell like?
Its main terpene is terpinolene (fresh, herbal), and people describe the flavour as pear, nutty, grapefruit.