CBD Strains — every major CBD variety at a glance

CBD strains are cannabis varieties bred for high cannabidiol and very low THC — relaxing without a high, and legally sold in Switzerland under 1% THC.

CBD strains deliver 8–20% CBD with under 1% THC. Non-psychoactive, legal in Switzerland, and especially used for stress, sleep, pain and inflammation.

What is a CBD strain?

CBD strains emerged around 2010, when breeders like CBD Crew and Resin Seeds stabilised high-cannabidiol phenotypes. Cannatonic was the first milestone, followed by Harlequin, ACDC, Charlotte's Web and others.

In Switzerland they make up the entire legal hemp-flower market — under 1% THC, freely sold to adults.

All CBD strains in our encyclopedia

Click a strain for the full profile (genetics, effects, terpenes, FAQ):

Harlequin (4–7 % THC / 8–16 % CBD) · Charlotte's Web (< 0.3 % THC / 15–20 % CBD) · ACDC (< 1 % THC / 16–24 % CBD) · Cannatonic (6–17 % THC / 6–17 % CBD) · Harle-Tsu (< 1 % THC / 18–22 % CBD) · Suzy Q (< 1 % THC / 11–17 % CBD) · Remedy (< 1 % THC / 12–15 % CBD) · Ringo's Gift (< 1 % THC / 15–20 % CBD) · Swiss Dream (< 1 % THC / 14–20 % CBD) · CBD Therapy (< 0.5 % THC / 8–14 % CBD)

Which CBD strain for which goal?

Daytime, stay clear-headed: Harlequin, ACDC, Charlotte's Web.

Evening relaxation, sleep: CBD Therapy, Remedy, Swiss Dream.

Legal status in Switzerland

Cannabis products with less than 1% total THC fall outside Swiss narcotics law. All CBD strains listed here are freely sold to adults (18+).

That makes Switzerland the most liberal CBD jurisdiction in Europe — well above the EU norm of 0.3%.

FAQ

What is the best CBD strain?

Classics: Harlequin (clear daytime), ACDC (very high CBD, near-zero THC), Charlotte's Web (medical-leaning) and Swiss Dream (Swiss indoor profile).

Are CBD strains legal in Switzerland?

Yes — every CBD variety under 1% THC is legal to buy, own and consume.

Do CBD strains get you high?

No. Under 1% THC there's no psychoactive effect — relaxation, not a high.

CBD Strains: List, Effects & Best Varieties 2026 — Switzerland