Manufacturer: Fleur du Mal
This brilliant strain comes straight from Nevil Schoenmaker's own freezer: the original genetics of this Ortega are from around 1988, when Fleur du Mal created these great seeds. This Ortega is an absolutely fundamental cultivar that almost got lost in the mists of time. She is the father of many great strains such as Black Domina, Legends Ultimate Indica or Maple Leaf Indica - a powerful, full-bodied Indica body stone with an earthy-sweet, rotten banana bouquet.
It grows in a classic Christmas tree shape, generally short and squat, with a sturdy main stem, short internodes and upright branching. The leaves are large with broad leaves in the classic Afghan style. It is ideal for indoor gardens, but can also be grown outdoors in temperate northern latitudes...
Lineage: Legends Ortega #1 x Legends Ortega #2 Genetics: Indica Flowering Time: 8 weeks Smell: earthy sweet, rotten or overripe bananas, Hashish THC: 21%
Fleur du Mal has been doing its thing since 2001, focusing on strains that go way back. Most of what they work with are those well-known indica and sativa plants that helped shape early cannabis breeding. Everything is meant for either indoor or outdoor setups, depending on how you like to grow.
Quick Facts Location: United States Focus: Classic strains and heirloom crosses Types Available: Regular Well Known For: Cinderella 88, Sweet Tooth #4, Durban-Thai Highflyer C99, Shiskeberry Works Well For: Growers who are into solid old-school genetics
A lot of this came together thanks to friendships built over the years with other breeders who were willing to share. The person behind it all, Baudelaire, kept at it—gathering seeds, dialing in selections, and keeping things grounded in history. If you like strains with a story, and ones that still hold their own, this collection might speak to you.
