Cultivar record / super-skunk
Super Skunk
Super Skunk is a hybrid cultivar with Skunk #1 and Afghani in its recorded lineage. Reported characteristics include skunk, earthy and pungent flavours and relaxed, sleepy and hungry effects.
- Type
- hybrid
- THC
- 20%
- CBD
- <1%
- Breeder
- Sensi Seeds
Photography
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Cover reference: The photograph above shows Blueberry, not Super Skunk. Shares afghani in its lineage.
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Archive descriptors
Record notes
Only descriptors supported by both the archive record and supplementary cultivar data are listed here.
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Overview
Super Skunk is a indica cannabis cultivar. Super Skunk is noted for its pungent aroma and heavy indica expression. It was developed as a more Afghani-dominant version of the original Skunk #1 and became a staple in breeding programmes across Europe.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded lineage for Super Skunk lists Skunk #1 and Afghani. It was released by Sensi Seeds.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include skunk, earthy and pungent.
Reported character
Reported effects include relaxed, sleepy and hungry. 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 Super Skunk
Users most commonly report feeling relaxed, sleepy and hungry after consuming Super Skunk. 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 Super Skunk 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.
Super Skunk Questions
What is Super Skunk?
Super Skunk is classified as hybrid. Its recorded parent strains are Skunk #1 and Afghani.
Is Super Skunk indica or sativa?
Super Skunk is recorded as hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
How strong is Super Skunk?
The archive record notes THC 20% and CBD <1% for Super Skunk. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Super Skunk suitable for beginners?
At around 20% THC, Super Skunk sits in the moderate-to-strong range. Beginners should start low and go slow — a little often goes a long way. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
What does Super Skunk taste like?
The archive lists skunk, earthy and pungent as flavour notes for Super Skunk.
What effects are reported for Super Skunk?
Community-reported effects include relaxed, sleepy and hungry. Individual experience varies considerably.
What are the potential downsides of Super Skunk?
Commonly reported side effects include dry mouth and dry eyes. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
What terpenes are in Super Skunk?
The archive record lists myrcene, caryophyllene and pinene as terpenes associated with Super Skunk.
What is the genetic lineage of Super Skunk?
The recorded parent strains are Skunk #1 and Afghani. Lineage accounts can differ by breeder and source.
Is every Super Skunk 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.