Maui Wowie, sometimes called Maui Waui, is a mostly Sativa hybrid that was considered a top-of-the-line strain when it first appeared in the 1960s. The argument, ‘pot wasn’t as potent back then’ generally refers to a time before Maui Wowie was developed.
 
In case there was any question, the Maui Wowie is said to have originated in Hawaii and maintained over the years through selective breeding techniques. Before long, select travelers brought some Maui Waui seeds back to the continental US and its popularity continued to grow.
Of course, a batch of the Maui Wowie found in California or Colorado will be much different than a batch you would find in Hawaii. Not only is the amount of sunlight much different, but volcanic soil is sure to play a major role in plant production.
 
Maui Wowie  was one of the first strains with greatly increased THC content. In the 60s, when Maui Wowie was bred, the THC content of an average marijuana strain was relatively low (almost always under 8%). Maui Waui featured THC content well into the teens and quickly became one of the most desired strains.
 
These days, it is considered to be a middle to high-grade medication that provides a typical Sativa high with a few Indica perks. Other strains (along with new hybrids) have caught up and even surpassed this legendary strain in THC content.
 
The original king of Sativa-dominant hybrids, Maui Wowie, is a tropical bud with a legendary status in the cannabis world. Cannaseurs will likely have heard of this fruity bud famed for its pineapple flavour and energizing and uplifting effects.
 
Frequent users of Maui Wowie report a happy and energetic high that can also increase creativity. It provides a light and pleasant body-numbing sensation as well as a strong case of the stereotypical ‘munchies.’ Users may expect dry eyes and mouth and possible paranoia. Some also encounter dizziness and headaches when consuming larger doses of edibles.
 
The Sativa effects of this strain can relieve stress, anxiety, and chronic depression. Maui Wowie Indica side may be useful for easing minor chronic aches and pains. It also stimulates appetite in those with anorexia and other eating disorders. Some users also use Maui Wowie as medication for chronic migraines.