American Pie from Pyramid Seeds — Power Plant × White Widow, two legends in one hybrid. With 20% THC, a 60% sativa character and up to 850 g/1.5 m² under LED, this strain combines the energetic head effect of Power Plant with the legendary resin production of White Widow. Buy American Pie Pyramid Seeds feminized, with a germination guarantee, direct from the breeder. (Also searched as "american pie strain", "american pie weed" or "american pie cannabis strain".)
Key specifications
| Genetics | Power Plant × White Widow |
| Genotype | 60% sativa / 40% indica |
| Seed type | Photoperiod, feminized |
| THC | 20% |
| CBD | Low (< 1%) |
| Flowering indoor | 60–65 days (LED: 53–58 days) |
| Yield indoor | 500 g/m² | up to 800–850 g/1.5 m² (720 W LED) |
| Yield outdoor | 0.5–1 kg/plant |
| Outdoor harvest | Late September (northern hemisphere) |
| Dominant terpenes | Myrcene, caryophyllene, pinene, limonene |
| Aroma | Woody, creamy, sweet, incense, spicy |
| Effects | Energetic, psychedelic, relaxing |
| Difficulty | Easy |
Genetics and origin
American Pie brings together two of the most famous genetics in cannabis history: Power Plant — the South African sativa legend known for explosive yields and an energetic effect — and White Widow — the 1995 Cannabis Cup winner with legendary resin production. The result: a 60% sativa-dominant hybrid that combines the best of both worlds. The name is a playful nod to American pop culture; the strain itself is a Pyramid Seeds cross.
American Pie strain: effects
The American Pie effect is energetic and cerebral in nature — typical of a sativa-dominant hybrid:
- Energetic, clear head effect — the Power Plant heritage: focus, creativity, an active mood
- Psychedelic note — an intense, vivid mental experience
- Physical relaxation — the White Widow heritage: gentle body relaxation without couch-lock
- Ideal for the day — active, functional, sociable
Aroma and terpene profile
The aroma profile of American Pie is complex and layered — an interplay of both parent lines: a woody base from Power Plant, a creamy sweetness from White Widow, with spicy and incense notes in the background.
| Terpene | Typical impressions | Contribution to the profile |
|---|
| Myrcene | Earthy, musky, sweet | An earthy base, supports body relaxation |
| Caryophyllene | Spicy, peppery, warm | Spicy depth — the Power Plant character |
| Pinene | Fresh, pine-like, woody | Woody freshness, supports mental clarity |
| Limonene | Citrusy, fruity, sweet | Creamy sweetness — the White Widow heritage |
Growing — indoor and outdoor
Indoor growing
Flowering time 60–65 days (LED: 53–58 days). Yield: 500 g/m² standard, up to 800–850 g/1.5 m² with a 720 W LED. Adapts well to all growing systems — SOG, SCROG, vertical structures. Despite the sativa dominance, the plant stays compact with long, crystal-covered flowers.
Outdoor growing
Harvest in late September in the northern hemisphere. 0.5–1 kg per plant — especially productive outdoors thanks to the Power Plant genetics. Robust and adaptable to a range of climates.
American Pie vs White Widow: what's the difference?
| American Pie | White Widow Fem |
|---|
| Genetics | Power Plant × WW | Sativa × Indica |
| Genotype | 60% sativa | 50% sativa |
| THC | 20% | 20–22% |
| Effect | Energetic, more cerebral | Balanced, two-phase |
| Flowering indoor | 60–65 days | 60 days |
| Aroma | Woody, creamy, incense | Earthy, spicy, resinous |
American Pie vs Auto American Pie
| American Pie Fem | Auto American Pie |
|---|
| Seed type | Photoperiod | Autoflowering |
| THC | 20% | 19% |
| Flowering | 60–65 days (from flip) | 50–55 days (from germination) |
| Yield indoor (LED) | 800–850 g/1.5 m² | 700–750 g/1.5 m² |
| Yield outdoor | 0.5–1 kg/plant | 70–220 g/plant |
| Multiple harvests/year | Limited | ✅ Yes |
When to choose Fem, when Auto?
Choose American Pie Fem if: you want maximum yield (up to 1 kg outdoor), are an experienced grower, and prefer full control over the vegetation period.
Choose Auto American Pie if: you want several harvests per year, grow outdoors without timing stress, or are a beginner. Especially fast: 50–55 days from germination, as little as 43 days under LED.
White Widow family — related strains
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Frequently asked questions about American Pie
What is the American Pie strain?American Pie is a feminized 60% sativa hybrid from the cross Power Plant × White Widow by Pyramid Seeds. It combines the energetic, cerebral effect of Power Plant with the legendary resin production of White Widow — 20% THC, a complex aroma, up to 850 g/1.5 m² under LED.
How does American Pie weed feel?The American Pie effect is energetic and cerebral in nature — focus, creativity and an active mood from the Power Plant sativa side, combined with gentle body relaxation from White Widow. Ideal for daytime use.
What's the difference between American Pie and White Widow?American Pie is a direct descendant of White Widow — with Power Plant as the second parent. That makes American Pie a little more sativa-dominant (60% vs 50%) with a more energetic, cerebral character. White Widow is more balanced and classically two-phase.
How long does American Pie flower?60–65 days indoors — as little as 53 days under LED. Outdoors in the northern hemisphere, harvest in late September.
Is there an Auto American Pie too?Yes — Auto American Pie flowers in just 50–55 days from germination with no light schedule. 19% THC, up to 750 g/1.5 m² under LED — one of the fastest autoflowering strains in the catalogue.
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