Romulan
Romulan by Pyramid Seeds — feminized Romulan seeds, an indica with a germination guarantee. 24% THC, 75% indica: named after the legendary alien race from Star Trek — with unusual violet-red flower colours, a complex pine-spice aroma and deep physical relaxation. Up to 750–850 g/1.5 m² under LED.
Who is it for? For anyone looking for a visually striking indica with a distinctive pine-spice profile — and deep evening relaxation from a strain that stands apart from the crowd. Discreet shipping to the UK, Europe, the USA, Canada and worldwide.
The Romulan strain from Pyramid Seeds — feminized Romulan seeds of a 75% indica, with a germination guarantee. 24% THC, named after the legendary alien race from the Star Trek saga: violet-red flower colours at maturity, a deep pine-spice aroma and a strong relaxing effect — a strain that clearly stands apart from the crowd both visually and aromatically.
Key specifications
| Genetics | Romulan (selected indica line) |
| Genotype | 75% indica / 25% sativa |
| Seed type | Photoperiod, feminized |
| THC | 24% |
| CBD | Low |
| Flowering indoor (LED) | 43–53 days |
| Flowering indoor (HPS) | 50–60 days |
| Yield indoor | 450 g/m² | up to 750–850 g/1.5 m² (720 W LED) |
| Yield outdoor | 750 g – 1 kg/plant |
| Outdoor harvest | September (northern hemisphere) |
| Special feature | Unusual colour — violet-red tones at maturity |
| Dominant terpenes | Pinene, myrcene, caryophyllene |
| Aroma | Pine, sweet, spicy |
| Effects | Euphoria, deep relaxation, calming |
| Difficulty | Moderate |
Romulan strain: origin and name
The Romulan strain is a North American indica line with a long history — originating in Canada and named after the Romulans, the legendary alien race from the Star Trek saga. The name says it all: like the Romulans of the science-fiction universe, this strain is known for its strength, intensity and unmistakable character.
Pyramid Seeds has feminized and stabilised this classic North American genetic — keeping strain purity, a consistent terpene profile and the characteristic violet-red flower colours that make Romulan one of the most visually exceptional indica strains in the catalogue. Sometimes called Purple Romulan for its colouring, Romulan by Pyramid Seeds is the original feminized version of this Star Trek namesake.
Violet-red flowers: why Romulan gets its colour
The unusual violet and reddish tones come from the activation of anthocyanins — colour pigments in the plant that respond to cooler temperatures. In late flowering, night temperatures below 18–20 °C cause the flowers to develop their cosmic shades.
This colour development is purely visual — it affects neither THC content nor effect, but it boosts bag appeal and makes a Romulan harvest a real showpiece.
Romulan strain effects
The Romulan effect is strongly indica-led — powerful, long-lasting and sedating:
- Euphoria — an elevated mood and cerebral lift at the start
- Deep physical relaxation — muscles relax completely
- Unwinding — mental tension eases
- Calming — promotes inner calm and serenity
- Evening and night use — heavily sedating at higher doses
Aroma and terpene profile
Romulan has a classic North American indica profile: dominant pine resin (pinene), sweet accents and spicy notes with a warm, long aftertaste. Dense, resin-rich flowers with an intense, long-lasting aroma.
| Terpene | Typical impressions | Contribution to the profile |
|---|---|---|
| Pinene | Fresh, needle-like, pine | The main carrier of the North American pine profile — typical of classic Romulan lines |
| Myrcene | Earthy, musky, sweet | Supports the sedating body effect — the earthy base of the profile |
| Caryophyllene | Spicy, peppery, warm | Gives the profile spicy warmth and depth |
Growing — indoor and outdoor
Indoor growing
Flowering time 43–53 days under LED (HPS: 50–60 days). Yield: 450 g/m² standard, up to 750–850 g/1.5 m² with a 720 W LED. LST and SCROG recommended. For violet-red colouring: lower the night temperature to 16–18 °C in the final flowering week. Good air circulation matters.
Outdoor growing: UK, Europe, USA and Canada
Harvest in September in the northern hemisphere. 750 g – 1 kg per plant. Cool autumn nights naturally encourage the violet-red colouring — no extra intervention needed.
- Short seasons — the UK, northern and central Europe, Canada and the northern US: the September finish and the strain's North American indica roots suit cooler regions, and the cold nights bring out the colour. Keep the dense flowers dry — a sheltered spot or a polytunnel helps in a wet late summer.
- Long seasons — southern Europe, California and the southern US: full-size plants and the upper end of the 750 g – 1 kg range; the violet-red tones may be lighter where autumn nights stay warm.
Romulan vs Mendocino Purple Kush: a direct comparison
| Romulan | Mendocino Purple Kush | |
|---|---|---|
| Genotype | 75% indica | 60% indica |
| THC | 24% | 20–23% |
| Colour | Violet-red | Deep violet |
| Aroma | Pine, sweet, spicy | Berries, grape, earthy |
| Flowering (LED) | 43–53 days | 53–58 days |
| Yield (LED) | 750–850 g/1.5 m² | up to 900 g/1.5 m² |
| Best for | Pine indica, violet-red, Star Trek | Fruity Kush profile, intense purple |
Buy Romulan seeds direct from the breeder
Every pack of Romulan seeds comes from the Pyramid Seeds breeding programme in Barcelona, where we have produced our own genetics since 2002 — no repackaged seeds from other producers. All orders include our germination guarantee and are shipped discreetly to the UK, across Europe, to the US and Canada and worldwide. More strains like this: feminized seeds.
A Star Trek strain with cosmic colours. Romulan delivers 24% THC, 75% indica and striking violet-red buds. Explore more.
Romulan is a feminized 75% indica by Pyramid Seeds — named after the Romulans from Star Trek. Known for violet-red flower colours, a deep pine-spice aroma, 24% THC and a strong relaxing effect.
Romulan is named after the Romulans — an alien race from the Star Trek saga, known for their strength and intensity. The name reflects the strain's character: powerful, unmistakable, with a touch of science fiction.
75% indica, 25% sativa — clearly indica-dominant. Strong physical relaxation with an initial euphoric component. Ideal for the evening.
Romulan is a selected, stabilised North American indica line that originated in Canada — feminized by Pyramid Seeds while keeping its strain purity. Its classic pine-spice profile and dense, resinous flowers are the hallmark of the Romulan lineage.
The colours come from anthocyanin activation at cooler temperatures. Night temperatures below 18–20 °C in late flowering encourage the violet-red tones. Outdoors in the northern hemisphere this happens naturally through cool autumn nights.
43–53 days under LED, 50–60 days under HPS. Outdoors in the northern hemisphere, harvest in September.
Indoors 450 g/m² as standard, up to 750–850 g/1.5 m² with a 720 W LED. Outdoors 750 g – 1 kg per plant.
Romulan Kush is a common alternative name for Romulan — it refers to the strain's Kush-like qualities: indica dominance, dense resinous flowers and the classic pine-spice profile of North American indica lines.
Yes. Romulan seeds are feminized — “feminised” in British spelling — so practically every plant is a female that produces buds. It is a photoperiod strain: it flowers when the light is switched to 12/12 indoors, or when the days shorten outdoors.
Pyramid Seeds sells cannabis seeds as collectible items, and the growing information on our site is for educational purposes only. Whether you may germinate seeds and grow plants depends on the law in your country, and the rules differ widely — please check the regulations that apply where you live before growing.
Pyramid Seeds — over 20 years of experience in cannabis breeding. Direct shipping from Barcelona, discreet and fast worldwide.
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CollectionAmerican
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TypeFeminized
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Flowering typePhotodependent
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Genotype DominancePredominantly Indica
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GenotypeIndica 75%
Sativa 25% -
GeneticsRomulan
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THC LevelHigh
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THCTHC 24%
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CBD LevelLow
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CBDLow
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Unusual color✓
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Yield Indicators (Indoor)Large
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Indoor yield per 1 m²450 gr/m2
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Indoor yield per 1,5 m² (Expert 720 W LED)750-850 g/1,5m²
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Yield Indicators (outdoor)Extra Large
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Outdoor yield0,75-1 kg
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AromaCandy
Pine tree
Spicy -
EffectsEuphoria
Relaxing
Sedative -
Difficulty LevelModerate
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Indoor flowering50-60 days
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Indoor flowering (LED)43-53 days
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Outdoor flowering in EuropeSeptember
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Outdoor flowering in Latin AmericaMarch
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