When it comes to picking from exquisite cannabis strains, you may get spoilt for choice. The variety can be astounding and new hybrid strains keep getting added with time.
However, seasoned cannabis lovers swear by the potency, effects, and flavor profile of the kush strains. The word Kush denotes the genetics of cannabis plants, of those originally cultivated in the Middle East. With time, hybrids of kush strains have also been developed.
Purple Kush
This is one old school Kush strain that is characterized by bright purple-colored flowers. This California-bred cultivar is made by mixing Purple Afghani and the Hindu Kush. The strain is known for a typically sweet, earthy flavor. The high it generates can be elevating.
OG Kush
OG Kush has shady genetics but that should not deter you from trying the strain. It has an electric mix of citrus, and earthy aromas. The effect can last for quite some time. It makes you feel relaxed, happy. However, keep in mind that the THC levels can cross 20%.
Bubba Kush
Afghan Kush
Hindu Kush
Banana Kush
This strain has a mild banana flavor. It has a few variants as well. Apart from banana flavor, you may also get hints of citrus scent. It is light on your nerves and so it is deemed as beginner-friendly. You may get creative urges after using and feel relaxed too.
Critical Kush
A THC heavy strain, this contains just 1-2% of CBD. The fast-flowering hybrid is easy to harvest. You have to wait only for 2 months for flowering. The yield is high even in indoor cultivation.
Master Kush
This contains 15-18% of THC and so it can be used by beginners too. It was made by mixing strains like Skunk #1 and the Hindu Kush. The harvest time is 8-9 weeks in most instances. However, in humid environments, it may become susceptible to mold.
Power Kush
If you seek a Kush variant with the perfect balance of Sativa and Indica- that has to be Power Kush. The THC level is 15-16% in it. It needs only 7 weeks to reach the flowering stage. It is a strain that gives high yield in indoor as well as outdoor setups. The high it generates is succeeded by a body stoned effect.
King’s Kush
Lemon Kush
The fans of citrus flavor should opt for this Kush strain. It has a nice blend of Sativa and Indica. The uplifting Sativa kick will take you by surprise. However, you will not get a sweet citrus flavor in it. Instead, you get a slightly bitter lemony flavor. This variant works well when you use the hydroponics method and ScrOG.
I have always been a fan of bubba kush because it helps mellow me out. It isn’t so much about the flavour as it is about the way it relaxed me. I have had issues with anxiety for half my life so making use of something that is safer id ideal in my book. I don’t want to be in prescription drugs if I don’t have to be.
I had no idea there were this many different types and flavour variations. Wow, this is a lot! I am new to all this so I was trying to research which was best to help with my PTSD. Would you recommend that Kush (any variety) is a good option for something like this?
I honestly never heard of half of these. The banana one sounds really good though. I think having a slight banana flavour with some citrus would be better thank the stuff I am used to. I can’t say I really enjoy the flavour all that much! How do they get these flavour profiles?
What does it mean when the THC levels are greater than 20%? I don’t know what the typical percentage is to begin with. OG Kush stood out to me but I am honestly not sure I would feel comfortable using it if it causes you too feel “too much”. It would probably give me a panic attack!
I had no idea there were this many varieties and differences! It is amazing what people have done with cross breeding this plant or any plant for that matter. I don’t use the stuff but I am looking into variations of different plant species for an article I am writing. Thanks for the information!
How do you know if one strain is higher in THC than the other? I know people categorize them by types and names but is there a way to test for this yourself? I ask because I am very sensitive to the stuff and don’t like to use anything with high levels of THC.
Looking into some different options and varieties and this was helpful for understanding the popular varieties of the kush strain. I am not an expert by any means but just someone looking into alternative medicine and healing and was recommended to look into the benefits of cannabis. Thanks! I appreciate the information.
What is crazy is there are even more variations of kush than just this list! I lived in America for a few years, got stuck there because of Covid and it is wild what is available these days, especially in the US. I bet Canada is similar. I am hoping the UK gets more access to other strains and legalization of the stuff comes to pass in the next 10 years.
Purple kush is my favorite but it is soooo hard to find outside of the US. I feel like it is next to impossible. When I was staying in the US for a few years, I was able to get it having been living in California. It was so amazing for my anxiety and stress.
I was looking into all sorts of strains and the one that always stuck out to me for quality and flavour was the kush variety. These are certainly the most popular and well known but there are even more beyond this. I just like how it brings more of a relaxation vibe. It helps with anxiety, sleep, and all sorts of issues too.