Motavation strain guide
Motavation is an indica-leaning hybrid of Sensi Star and Warlock from the Dutch breeder Magus Genetics. It has a sweet, sour and slightly chemical smell, and it's one of the milder strains around, usually testing in the teens for THC. People mostly describe it as calm and happy.
Where does Motavation come from?
Motavation comes from Magus Genetics, a breeder based in the Netherlands. Two strain databases agree it's a cross of Sensi Star and Warlock, two older indica-leaning strains. Warlock is one of Magus's own best-known lines.
Beyond that, its history isn't well documented. One strain database lists one strain bred from it, called Kong, but there's little else on record about when it was released or how it spread.
What does Motavation smell and taste like?
Motavation smells sweet and sour at the same time, with floral notes and a sharp, chemical edge. Some reviews mention blueberry, lemon and a little diesel.
One strain database lists caryophyllene as its top terpene, followed by myrcene and limonene. Caryophyllene brings a peppery note, myrcene an earthy depth and limonene the lemony brightness. The taste usually follows the smell: sweet and sour with a chemical finish.
Motavation effects: what people report
Most reports describe a calm, relaxed feel with a happy mood. Despite the indica lean, some people say it leaves them clear enough to feel creative or focused, which may have something to do with its moderate THC.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your own tolerance. Dry eyes, dry mouth and dizziness are the complaints that come up.
How strong is Motavation?
Motavation is milder than most strains on shelves today. Listings put it around 13% to 18% THC, with very little CBD.
Even so, start with a small amount if you're new and give it time before having more. The numbers on your product's label matter more than the strain name, and our guide to reading cannabis labels walks through them.
Buying Motavation in Canada
Motavation is not a common name, so you may have to look around. Check the label for the THC and CBD numbers, since a lower-THC strain is only lower if your batch actually tests that way.
The packaging date matters too: fresher flower keeps more of its smell.
Motavation vs Northern Lights
There's no documented family link between the two, but Northern Lights is the classic calm indica people compare it to. Northern Lights smells earthy, sweet and piney, while Motavation is sharper, with sour and chemical notes over the sweetness. Northern Lights usually tests higher and has a heavier, sleepier reputation, while Motavation reads as gentler and a little clearer. If you want a softer, lower-THC option, Motavation fits. If you want the familiar heavy classic, go with Northern Lights.
Strains like Motavation
If you like Motavation, these are worth a look:
- Northern Lights: a calm, classic indica with an earthy, sweet smell.
- White Widow: an older Dutch-era hybrid with a balanced, steady feel.
- Blueberry: for the berry side, with a sweet smell and a relaxed reputation.
- Afghani: an earthy, old-school indica behind many classic lines.
