- Median THC
- 20.2%
- Flowering
- 8–10 weeks (~56–70 days)
- Breeder
- Ethos Genetics
What labs found
- Median THC
- 20.2%
- Typical range
- 14.3–24.0%
- Lab tests
- 73
- States
- 5
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Most of these tests come from one producer, so they may say more about that grower than the strain.
Flower tested under this name in legal US markets, 2018–2025. The range covers the middle 90% of tests. Growers and labs vary, so a given jar can fall outside it. Data: Jikomes & Zoorob (CC0), Cannabis Wise Guys (CC BY 4.0), Cannlytics (CC BY 4.0).
About Mandarin Zkittlez
Mandarin Zkittlez is an Ethos Genetics cross of Mandarin Sunset and California Black Rosé (Roze × Zkittlez).
Sources consistently list Mandarin Zkittlez as a hybrid cross combining Mandarin Sunset and California Black Rosé, attributed to Ethos Genetics. It appears in legal flower testing across 5 states between 2018 and 2025, with a large share of lab submissions coming from a single regional producer.
Aroma and flavor
Reported as sweet mandarin orange, grape candy and spicy grapefruit. As with any cultivar, curing and growing conditions shape how strongly those notes come through in a given jar.
Reported effects
Consumers commonly report physical relaxation, an elevated, euphoric mood and a lighthearted, giggly mood, fitting its reputation for afternoon or evening use. Reported downsides include dry mouth.
Specs
Growing
- Grower notes
- Photoperiod cuts typically finish flowering in 8–10 weeks (~56–70 days) under indoor or greenhouse lighting.
The flower
- Flavour
- Grapefruit, Citrus, Orange, Apricot
- Aroma
- Tangy ruby grapefruit, bright citrus zest, sweet orange and tangerine
Family tree
Mandarin Zkittlez is reported as Mandarin Sunset × California Black Rosé.
- Parents
- Grandparents
- As reported, not a genetic test