In the past, people used these terms to differentiate the cannabis plants in terms of their effects and THC or CBD content. An article in Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research seems to dispel these claims. Previously, people believed that Cannabis indica plants contained higher levels of CBD. Conversely, Cannabis sativa -derived strains that contained higher levels of THC would provide a more energetic high.
Many experts caution against this generalization, noting that even if this classification scheme were true, there is no way to be sure of the accuracy of any strain name. There is no third-party agency that validates which strain names belong to indica, sativa, or hybrid.
To know exactly what is in a cannabis product, the manufacturers must analyze the product in a biochemical assay. It is easy to see why this topic continues to cause debate. For example, some people describe the effects of Cannabis indica -derived products as sedating. However, other components of cannabis can also cause sedation, as well as other psychoactive effects. Compounds include:. These components are often absent in a description of a cannabis-derived product, which is why some experts suggest that manufacturers should abandon naming their products as sativa or indica.
Using these names is misleading and far more complex than people once thought. Learn more about the differences between indica, sativa, and hybrid plants, here. Although a naming system for cannabis strains exists, manufacturers do not always follow the rules.
A study in the Journal of Headache and Pain reported preferred cannabis strains among participants taking medical cannabis for pain. Depending on its effects, researchers noted that some participants preferred certain strains over others. For example, the top three cannabis strains for insomnia or sleep disorder were:. For mental health conditions, such as anxiety and depression, the preferred strains, included:.
Please note that these examples of preferred cannabis strains come from user reports not from placebo-controlled clinical trials. Two people using the same cannabis strain may have different experiences. To choose the best cannabis strain, people should speak with a healthcare provider who has clinical experience with cannabis.
Since cannabis is more readily available today than ever before, people need clear, accurate information on the effects of different cannabis strains for medical and recreational purposes. Knowing the composition and physiological and mental effects of cannabis plants can help people and clinicians choose the most appropriate product.
Cannabis farmers crossbreed cannabis plants to create new strains that have different levels of THC, CBD, and many other physiologically active compounds. Each plant may have different medicinal and recreational purposes. Researchers need to carry out further studies to better understand this complex plant and its effects on humans.
Anecdotal evidence posits that indica is more calming, while sativa is more energizing. Kush strains tend to have dense, resin-coated buds, and often have a slight purple shade.
With their landrace origins, Kush strains evolved a hardy, durable nature that helped them thrive in the harsh conditions of the Hindu Kush region, making them more able to survive in colder climates. Befitting its high country origins, the aroma of Kush weed can be very earthy and pine-scented. Other aromas of Kush weed can be floral, hashy, or sweet and spicy. Because of its aromas and smooth, earthy flavors, smoking Kush can be a highly-sensory experience.
The aroma of the Kush strain you smoke will be determined by its terpene composition. If the strain is high in humulene, it will most likely bear a hoppy aroma depending on the other terpenes and how they interact.
A limonene dominant variety would be citrusy, and pinene would bring a woodsy smell, etc…. Over the centuries, Kush landrace strains survived and thrived in the harsh mountain country of the Hinda Kush range. Kush strains can often be high yield, producing dense, resin-coated and highly aromatic buds. The very sticky, trichomes-laden nature of Kush flowers is a big part of what made them ideal for the making of hash.
They also tend to grow short and squat, which can make them easier to grow outdoors discreetly. Kush strains tend to prefer dry and very sunny climates, and growers should pay attention to their humidity levels. Kush strains are known for providing a relaxing, sedative experience, akin to wrapping yourself in a blanket and hovering over a hot cup of tea in a mountaintop Hindu Kush village. The high can be very euphoric and happy, but not especially energetic or cerebral like with Haze strains.
The high of Kush strains is very much what people picture when they think of Indica strains, even though as we pointed out, the chemical makeup of the chemovar is what determines the high, not whether or not its an indica or sativa or a kush or haze.
The tranquil high brought on by Kush strains make them great for anxiety, stress, and insomnia. The terpenes found in Kush depend on the particular strain in question.
Based on our own research, Bubba Kush a cross of Kush and Northern Lights , has high levels of Beta-Caryophyllene and Alpha-Humulene, both known for producing a relaxing effect, as well as delta-Limonene, which is more energetic and common in citrus fruits. Hindu Kush also has high levels of the same three terpenes. Both strains have high levels of Beta-Myrcene, the most common terpene found in cannabis, and one that is known for producing a relaxing effect.
Other terpenes included Linalool and Pinene. While these chemical profiles depend on the genetic makeup of the strain in question, for the most part Kush strains are high in THC, with terpenes that produce a relaxing effect and a mix of flavors ranging from earthy to sweet and spicy. The extent of selective breeding over the years has made it such that pure Kush strains are extremely rare.
Even as science learns more about what makes different cannabis varieties unique, you should still choose your strain primarily based on its chemical profile. Kush strains are so popular that the word kush has become something of a byword for marijuana.
This is partly because of the popularity and near ubiquity of some Kush strains, which you should really get to know. Easily one of the most popular strains of all time, OG Kush has been used to breed a very long list of dynamite cannabis chemovars, even if the exact origin of OG Kush remains a bit unclear both Hindu Kush and Chemdawg have been named as parent strains.
The bottom line is that this strain is so popular and has been bred in so many different ways that the sample you get could be very different from the variety first grown in southern California.
Growers can nearly grow two full crops of Kush in the same amount of time it takes to harvest a single Haze grow. This led to Kush being as popular amongst growers as it is amongst users. Since Spliff Seeds started in we have always been evolving and breeding new strains to meet the demands of the market.
The first three of these strains were developed to add onto the potency and unique flavour of O. Kush through crosses with some of our tastiest strains. CBD Medi Kush was specifically developed for medical marijuana and has a cannabinoid content of 8. We are proud to say our feminised Kush strains contain the original O.
Kush lineage that goes back to the old school Dutch Kush plants that have been floating around Amsterdam for the last 20 years. You can expect heavy sticky pungent buds which will meet every expectation you may have! This cannabis plant stays short and bushy in the vegetative state but stretches quite a lot in flower.
The Spliff team had fun making this strain as the buds are thick and chunky whilst the plants grow with a purple hue as this cannabis plant flowers. A lemony, dank Kush strain that can easily yield over grams per square meter and finishes between days. Growing this strain outdoors can also reward you with huge yields, this is best done in warmer climates due to its natural flowering time.
Moon Walker Kush has excellent medicinal properties and a strong narcotic effect that can almost be overbearing to a novice smoker, this is definitely one of the favourites in the Spliff team.
Kush is our highest yielding Kush strain. The lowest parts of this cannabis plant will be as productive as the top half, producing bud sets all over in thick clusters. Its strong side branching character and thick stems make this a great strain for anyone looking for a very reliable plant with sweet berry flavours and a Kush edge. You can expect this strain to finish flowering and be ready to harvest within 60 days, with large fruity fluffy crystal soaked buds.
Growing Purple Berry Kush outdoors is also extremely productive in warmer climates. Purple Berry Kush combines the best effects from both parents and will have you energetic and very relaxed at the same time.
Purple Berry Kush combines the sweet taste and clear high from Spliff Strawberry with everything we love about O. Gold Bar Kush : This strain was developed for the connoisseurs out there and produces pure gold in terms of the high, flavours and smell.
If you love Tangie or Diesel then you will love this hybrid of Medical Kush x Orange Bud, as this strain has a very prominent sour apricot taste and produces smaller buds of the highest caliber. This strain is one of our lowest yielding Kushes and takes around 65 days to finish, but the unique flavour and balanced effect are well worth it. Gold Bar Kush was developed with a focus on quality and taste, making it ideal for real cannabis connoisseurs.
Smoking this strain provides a mix of an intense high and medium stone that keeps you smoking this one all day long. Gold Bar Kush has a unique sour apricot aroma and balanced high. Its unique terpene profile makes this Kush variety very popular in the extract community.. At Spliff Seeds, we like to know as much as possible about our strains and enjoy sharing the history of the cannabis plant with anyone that might be interested.
We hope you enjoyed this backstory and that you have as much fun with the Kush cannabis plant as we do! Read More. Dutch Automatic 1. Modern day seed banks boast an extensive selection of the some of the strongest cannabis plants on Earth.
Kush varieties are well known to produce potent buds and has been gaining popularity and fame over the last decade.
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