Burmese Mimosa is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain bred from Rose Mimosa and Orange Burmese, known for a sour grapefruit and citrus flavor and an energetic, upbeat high. It is best known through the Garcia Hand Picked brand, while the breeder credit is disputed between Reeferman Seeds and Equilibrium Genetics. Leafly lists about 27% THC, so it suits experienced consumers.
Burmese Mimosa Strain at a Glance
| Type | Sativa-dominant hybrid |
|---|---|
| Lineage | Rose Mimosa × Orange Burmese |
| Breeder / origin | Disputed (Leafly says Reeferman Seeds; Grow Diaries says Equilibrium Genetics); grown by Garcia Hand Picked |
| THC | 22–28% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Not listed |
| Dominant terpenes | Limonene |
| Aroma and flavor | grapefruit, sour citrus, orange, spicy hash, pepper, sour grapefruit, citrus, mint, black pepper, sweet berry |
| Reported effects | energetic, uplifted, focused, happy, euphoric |
| Best for | daytime use, outdoor and social days, experienced consumers |
Where Burmese Mimosa Comes From
Burmese Mimosa is a cross of Rose Mimosa and Orange Burmese, a lineage that Leafly, AllBud and Grow Diaries all agree on. AllBud puts it at about 70% sativa. The breeder is less clear. Leafly’s description names Reeferman Seeds while also presenting it as a strain from Garcia Hand Picked, and Grow Diaries lists Equilibrium Genetics as the breeder and says the selection has been archived. Leafly does carry an Orange Burmese product from Equilibrium Genetics, which at least ties one parent to that breeder.
Garcia Hand Picked, the brand that brings it to most shelves, is the grower named on Leafly and on Liberty Cannabis menus, which list it in Maryland, Massachusetts and Michigan. Leafly’s 2024 awards roundup mentioned Burmese Mimosa among the global strains that made a return at the California State Fair cannabis awards, but did not list a placement, so we would not call it an award winner. Leafly describes it as rare and hard to find.
Burmese Mimosa Effects: What It Feels Like
Leafly reviewers most often report energetic, uplifted and focused effects, and Leafly calls the strain mostly energizing, pitching it for festival days and backyard hangs. AllBud describes a stimulating high with a noticeable energy boost that makes you want to move, plus a tingly body high and a happy, euphoric mood.
That is a classic daytime sativa profile, good for a hike, cleaning the house or a long afternoon with friends. With THC listed at 27–28% by Leafly and AllBud, and about 23% on one tested batch a reviewer shared, it is strong. Start with one small hit, especially if you are sensitive to racy sativas.
Burmese Mimosa Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Leafly lists citrus, mint and grapefruit as top flavors, and its description adds earth and hash. AllBud describes a nose of spicy hash and sour grapefruit that gets louder when ground, and a bright, sharply sour flavor of grapefruit and black pepper with sweet berries behind it. Leafly reviewers mention orange, peppermint, pine and a champagne-like note, and one compared it to baby powder.
Leafly names limonene as the dominant terpene, which matches the sour, citrus-peel character. No fuller terpene breakdown is published.
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
Terpene levels vary from grower to grower and batch to batch, so check the lab label on the package. Learn more in our guide to cannabis terpenes.
Side Effects and How to Use Burmese Mimosa
Leafly reviewers list dry mouth, dry eyes and dizziness. At this potency, energetic sativas can make some people jittery or anxious, so go slowly.
How strong Burmese Mimosa feels depends on the batch, your tolerance and how you consume it. Start low, go slow, and read our guide to dosing cannabis.
Do People Use Burmese Mimosa for Medical Reasons?
Leafly readers most often mention reaching for Burmese Mimosa during low mood (30%), fatigue (20%) and anxiety (20%), and its description also mentions stress. AllBud adds chronic pain and headaches. These are consumer reports, not clinical evidence.
These are user reports, not clinical findings. For what research actually supports, see our cannabis health and research section, and talk to your doctor before using cannabis for a health condition.
Strains Like Burmese Mimosa
- Mimosa: shares the Mimosa name and bright citrus profile
- White Mimosa: another bright Mimosa-family sativa
- Tangie: loud citrus and an energetic high
- Super Lemon Haze: sour citrus daytime sativa
- Durban Poison: a clean, energizing sativa
Browse more sativa strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
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Where to Buy Burmese Mimosa
Dispensary menus change every week, and Burmese Mimosa may be sold under its own name, as a cross or as a pre-roll or vape. The fastest way to find it is to check store menus online before you go. In Chicago, browse Chicago dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Ivy Hall – Logan Square and Green Rose – Chicago. In San Jose, browse San Jose dispensaries and check the menus at stores like CA Collective and Canna Culture. You can also browse licensed dispensaries in every state we cover. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Burmese Mimosa FAQ
Is Burmese Mimosa indica or sativa?
It is a sativa-dominant hybrid, about 70% sativa according to AllBud, and Leafly lists it as a sativa.
What is Burmese Mimosa a cross of?
Rose Mimosa crossed with Orange Burmese.
Who bred Burmese Mimosa?
Sources disagree: Leafly names Reeferman Seeds and Grow Diaries names Equilibrium Genetics. Garcia Hand Picked is the grower most associated with it.
How strong is Burmese Mimosa?
Leafly lists about 27% THC and AllBud 27–28%, so it is a high-potency strain.
What does Burmese Mimosa taste like?
Sour grapefruit and citrus with mint, black pepper and a hint of sweet berry.
For adults 21+ in legal states. Strain information reflects breeder descriptions, lab data and user reports; effects vary by person and batch. Not medical advice.
