Cultivar record / afghan-kush
Afghan Kush
Afghan Kush is an indica cultivar with Afghani Landrace in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include woody, earthy, herbal, pine and hash flavours and sleepy, relaxed, hungry, euphoric and happy effects.
- Type
- indica
- THC
- 15%
- CBD
- <1%
- Breeder
- Sensi Seeds
Photography
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Cover reference: The photograph above shows Blackberry Kush, not Afghan Kush. Related through Afghani landrace ancestry.
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Archive descriptors
Record notes
Only descriptors supported by both the archive record and supplementary cultivar data are listed here.
Reported feelings
Flavour notes
Terpenes
Genetics
- Afghani Landrace
Reported negatives
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Dizzy
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
History and origin
A pure Afghani landrace from the Hindu Kush mountains near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. The ultimate source for traditional hash production. Foundation of countless modern indica hybrids.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded parent strain is Afghani Landrace. A pure Afghani landrace from the Hindu Kush mountains near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. The ultimate source for traditional hash production. Foundation of countless modern indica hybrids.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include woody, earthy, herbal, pine and hash.
Reported character
Reported effects include sleepy, relaxed, hungry, euphoric and happy. Individual experiences vary.
Uncertainty and variation
This profile has no independently recorded aroma data. Cultivar names, potency and characteristics vary between growers, batches and phenotypes. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Reported Effects of Afghan Kush
Users most commonly report feeling sleepy, relaxed, hungry, euphoric and happy after consuming Afghan Kush. These subjective effects are drawn from user-reported data and individual experiences vary considerably. The effects profile is influenced by the strain's dominant terpenes — Myrcene (aroma and mood), Caryophyllene (comfort and ease), and Pinene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Afghan Kush are Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation), Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease) and Pinene (a sharp pine aroma linked to alertness and mental clarity). Terpene profiles can vary between phenotypes, growing conditions and curing methods.
For more on how terpenes influence the cannabis experience, see our guide to cannabis terpenes and browse the terpene directory.
Afghan Kush Questions
What is Afghan Kush?
Afghan Kush is classified as indica. Its recorded parent strain is Afghani Landrace.
Is Afghan Kush indica or sativa?
Afghan Kush is recorded as indica. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Afghan Kush?
The archive record notes THC 15% and CBD <1% for Afghan Kush. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Afghan Kush suitable for beginners?
Some consumers report feeling paranoid or anxious with Afghan Kush, so beginners should start with a very small amount and give it time before consuming more. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
What does Afghan Kush taste like?
The archive lists woody, earthy, herbal, pine and hash as flavour notes for Afghan Kush.
What effects are reported for Afghan Kush?
Community-reported effects include sleepy, relaxed, hungry, euphoric and happy. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Afghan Kush?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth, dry eyes and dizzy. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Afghan Kush?
The archive record lists myrcene, caryophyllene and pinene as terpenes associated with Afghan Kush.
What is the genetic lineage of Afghan Kush?
The recorded parent strain is Afghani Landrace. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Afghan Kush sample identical?
No. Phenotype, cultivation methods, storage conditions and batch differences can materially change appearance, aroma, flavour and reported character. The archive records what was observed in specific samples — your experience may differ.