PERNAMBUCO GOLD

Technical Data Sheet

• Genetics: Pernambuco from N.E. Brazil
• Origin: Pernambuco, Brazil
• Latitude: 8° S
• Native Altitude: Lowland coastal and scrubland regions (0–500 m.a.s.l.)
• Plant Height: 150 – 200 cm (5 – 6.5 ft)
• Vegetative Stage: 13–15 weeks
• Flowering Time: 12–14 weeks (up to 16 weeks in late-maturing phenotypes)
• Aroma Profile: Sour, metallic, floral, woody, spicy, with notes of fresh green peas
• Flavour Profile: Woody, aromatic, and exceptionally long-lasting on the palate
• Effects: Distinctly psychoactive, euphoric, active, and cerebral
• THC: Moderate (clean, invigorating Sativa expression)
• Yield: Medium – High
• Phenotypes: 04 distinct expressions observed
• Recommended Cultivation Altitude: 1,000–2,800 m.a.s.l. (successfully tested between 1,500 and 2,700 m.a.s.l.) – 3300 – 9200 ft
• Climatic Resilience: High tolerance to intense solar radiation, high humidity, altitude fluctuations, and pests

 

Origin and Geographical Background
Pernambuco Gold originates directly from the state of Pernambuco in Northeastern Brazil. This region is defined by a climatic transition zone ranging from tropical, humid coastal strips to the semi-arid expanses of the sertão. Generations of exposure to intense sunlight and fluctuating humidity levels have selected a resilient line capable of building highly efficient plant structures and producing exotic terpene profiles while retaining its authentic South American landrace identity.

Morphology and Life Cycle
Pernambuco Gold is a true genetic gem for preservationists focused on South American cultivars. It stands out for displaying fast-finishing phenotypes within the pure Sativa spectrum alongside notably tight internodal spacing, resulting in a denser, more manageable, and balanced canopy structure.

Vegetative Phase
During a 13-to-15-week vegetative growth phase, plants develop fan leaves with medium-width leaflets and deeply serrated margins. A striking visual characteristic is the development of reddish petioles as the plant matures into late veg. Plants maintain a manageable structure, reaching a final height of 150 cm to 200 cm. ( 5 – 6.5 ft )

Flowering Phase
The flowering cycle spans 12 to 14 weeks for most expressions, though a late-finishing phenotype extending up to 16 weeks has been identified. It produces moderately dense flowers featuring swollen calyxes with medium-to-high resin coverage. The calyxes transition from a vivid green in veg to striking greenish-yellow hues during bloom, finishing with rich brown stigmas once cured.

Organoleptic Profile and Effects

Aroma
Pernambuco Gold features a complex terpene profile that sets it apart from the sweeter, pungent notes of the Brazil Amazonas line. It releases a distinct bouquet driven by sour and metallic notes, layered with floral, woody, and spicy accents, finished with a subtle hint of fresh green peas.

Flavour
On the palate, it delivers a deeply aromatic, woody flavour profile with a crisp, clean finish that lingers long after each exhale.

Effects
Delivers a potent psychoactive, euphoric, and cerebrally engaging high. Its moderate THC content provides a clear-headed, uplifting experience—ideal for daytime use and creative work without causing physical heaviness or lethargy.

Yield, Adaptability, and Resilience
With 4 clearly defined expressions identified, this strain offers valuable phenotypic diversity for breeders and preservationists alike. It shows exceptional adaptability across diverse thermal zones and microclimates. Despite originating from the tropical lowlands of Northeastern Brazil, it has been successfully cultivated at high altitudes (1,500 to 2,700 m.a.s.l.), thriving without issues while retaining its full vegetative vigour, short internodes, and signature aroma profile.

 

FAQ

Can Pernambuco Gold be grown indoors?
Yes, it is well-suited for indoor cultivation. Unlike many wild, unruly landrace Sativas, this line exhibits short internodal spacing and a manageable height (150–200 cm). This makes canopy management, height control, and space optimization straightforward in grow rooms or tents.

What makes Pernambuco Gold unique?
Pernambuco Gold stands out among South American Sativas due to its short internodes, reddish petioles during late vegetative growth, swollen calyxes with greenish-yellow tones, and an uncommon sour, metallic terpene profile.

How does Pernambuco Gold differ from the Brazil Amazonas line?
While the Brazil Amazonas cultivar leans towards sweeter, more pungent aromatic notes, Pernambuco Gold expresses a spicier, sour, metallic, floral, and woody profile with distinct hints of fresh green peas and a long-lasting woody taste.

What is the flowering time of Pernambuco Gold?
Most phenotypes of this Brazilian heirloom complete flowering within 12 to 14 weeks. However, among the 4 observed phenotypes, a longer-flowering expression can take up to 16 weeks to reach full maturity.

Can Pernambuco Gold be cultivated in high-altitude mountain regions?
Yes. Although native to the lowland tropical climate of Pernambuco, it has demonstrated extraordinary adaptability in mountain grows situated between 1,000 and 2,800 m.a.s.l. (tested between 1,500 and 2,700 m.a.s.l.), maintaining its full vigour, resin production, and terpene intensity.