Cultivar record / chronic
Chronic
Chronic is a hybrid cultivar with Northern Lights, Skunk #1 and AK-47 in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include skunk, earthy and woody flavours and giggly, happy and talkative effects.
- Type
- hybrid
- THC
- 13%
- CBD
- <1%
- Breeder
- Serious Seeds
Photography
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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
Reported negatives
- Paranoid
- Dry Mouth
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Overview
Chronic is a hybrid cannabis cultivar. Chronic is noted for its heavy flower production and is one of several cultivars from the mid-1990s Dutch seed bank era known for high yields. The name refers to its reportedly long-lasting effects.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded lineage for Chronic lists Northern Lights, Skunk, and AK-47. It is attributed to Serious Seeds.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include skunk, earthy and woody.
Reported character
Reported effects include giggly, happy and talkative. 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.
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 Chronic
Users most commonly report feeling giggly, happy and talkative after consuming Chronic. 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 — Caryophyllene (aroma and mood), Myrcene (comfort and ease), and Terpinolene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Chronic are Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease), Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation) and Terpinolene (a complex floral-pine-citrus scent associated with uplifting experiences). 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.
Chronic Questions
What is Chronic?
Chronic is classified as hybrid. Its recorded parent strains are Northern Lights, Skunk #1 and AK-47.
Is Chronic indica or sativa?
Chronic is recorded as hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Chronic?
The archive record notes THC 13% and CBD <1% for Chronic. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Chronic suitable for beginners?
Some consumers report feeling paranoid or anxious with Chronic, so beginners should start with a very small amount and give it time before consuming more. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
What does Chronic taste like?
The archive lists skunk, earthy and woody as flavour notes for Chronic.
What effects are reported for Chronic?
Community-reported effects include giggly, happy and talkative. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Chronic?
Commonly reported side effects include paranoid and dry mouth. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Chronic?
The archive record lists caryophyllene, myrcene and terpinolene as terpenes associated with Chronic.
What is the genetic lineage of Chronic?
The recorded parent strains are Northern Lights, Skunk #1 and AK-47. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Chronic 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.