What is the background of the Hindu Kush strain?
Depending on who you ask, the word “Kush” is either derived from the Persian word for “Hindu killer,” which is in reference to the actual Hindu Kush mountain range and its dangerously difficult terrain, or the Avestan language for “water mountain.” While linguists may not be in agreement over the etymology of this exact word, the cannabis community is in agreement that this indica strain is named for the mountain chain that runs between Afghanistan and Pakistan, where it hails from, the Hindu Kush. Since it’s similar to classic strains like Afghani and Pineapple Thai, Hindu Kush marijuana is essentially landrace royalty.
Sometime during the 1960s and 70s, Hindu Kush weed seeds were brought to the U.S., most likely by peaceniks traveling on what eventually became known as the “hippie trail,” with various improvements being made to it over time in regards to its stability and ability to thrive in regions that greatly differ from this landrace indica’s place of origins.
While Hindu Kush marijuana is still categorized as a pure landrace strain, science has improved upon it by genetically altering not just the regular seed version of it to feminized marijuana seeds but also by adding 10% ruderalis and providing growers with an autoflowering variety as well!
What is Hindu Kush marijuana’s dominant terpenes?
Terpenes are naturally occurring chemical compounds found in plant life. They are responsible for the fragrance, flavors, and sometimes even the effects and coloration of all kinds of vegetative forms, including marijuana plants.
When it comes to Hindu Kush marijuana plants, D-Limonene is its most abundant terpene. Carene, caryophyllene, linalool, β-Pinene, and ocimene round out the terpene profile. Each of them contributes to the distinctive aroma and complex flavor profile that we will describe in greater detail below.
What is the Hindu Kush strain’s fragrance and flavor profiles?
Many users tend to say that the Hindu Kush cannabis strain is extremely aromatic, with a very earthy sandalwood aroma with a nostalgic hint of pine and hints of spice and herbs. The taste is wonderfully similar. They often sum up Hindu Kush plant’s fragrance and flavor as being that of incense, herbs, and pine trees, which all intrigue the palate.
In addition, when combusted, Hindu Kush marijuana gives off a creamy, yet acrid and cough-inducing smoke that has sweet, citrusy notes to boot.
What are the recreational effects of the Hindu Kush strain?
Like Pot of Gold, Hindu Kush cannabis is considered to be an excellent strain for nighttime usage due to its powerful sedative effects, as this indica is all about providing users with deep mental and physical relaxation. Thanks to an average THC level of 17%, the deep relaxation that Hindu Kush marijuana offers users is pretty much a sure ticket to a nice, long ride on the slumber-time express.
However, before this mighty indica has you peacefully sleeping, it likes to start things off with some uplifting, mental clarity and joyful vibes that will likely have you feeling euphorically elated as it chills out your mind and body. Keep in mind that it’s a slow build-up, so be patient as this strain takes hold.
Hindu Kush cannabis also has something of a reputation for inducing a mighty case of the munchies, so make sure you’re stocked up on your favorite snacks before indulging in this potent strain, as once the hunger hits, you’ll also probably be feeling too Jello-like and blissed out to be going much further than your kitchen. Couch-lock is real with this strain!
Hindu Kush plant growing info for indoor and outdoor growers
Overall, Hindu Kush autoflowering weed seeds are considered to be quite easy to grow as this low-maintenance strain is known to have a high resistance to molds and mildew, common pests, and diseases. Plus, since we at Growers Choice have the autoflowering version of this strain available, you don’t have to worry about changing its light cycle from 18/6 to 12/12 for it to transition from its vegetative stage to its flowering time.
Whether you cultivate it indoors or out, you may want to trim its lower branches and broad fan leaves so that air and light can easily circulate to its lower-growing nodes.
Outdoor Cultivation
When grown outside, Hindu Kush cannabis plants should thrive in a dry and warm climate that mimics the mountainous weather of Afghanistan.
If you provide it with enough space, its short plants can grow wider if that is something you want to happen. This could result in your Hindu Kush marijuana crops being a bit bigger than usual and could lead to slightly larger yields.
Indoor Cultivation
Thanks to Hindu Kush marijuana plants’ relatively small size, it can be grown in even smaller than usual growing spaces provided its lighting, temperature, humidity, and ventilation needs are being properly taken care of.
Furthermore, many expert indoor growers recommend using soil as opposed to hydroponics for this particular strain as the water may increase humidity levels, and the Hindu Kush weed strain tends to prefer a dryer setting.
What do Hindu Kush cannabis plants look like?
As mentioned above, Hindu Kush marijuana plants are relatively short and rarely exceed even five feet in height. In addition, as is typical for an indica, its plants are stocky and the buds that they produce are very dense in structure.
Its buds, which grow in clusters and are twisted through with curly, vibrant fiery orange pistils, are an amalgamation of deep forest greens and softer shades of green. Hindu Kush’s marijuana nuggets are notorious for their heavy coating of chunky, crystal trichomes that sparkle in the light.
Yield sizes and harvest times for Hindu Kush weed crops
If you are going to grow your Hindu Kush cannabis plants indoors, you can anticipate harvesting a yield of about 400 grams per square meter after flowering in 7 to 8 weeks.
Cultivated out in the right natural environment, this indica should be ready for the picking sometime between late September to early October, after which growers should be able to harvest approximately 450 grams per plant.
What’s the difference between Hindu Kush feminized seeds and Hindu Kush autoflowering seeds?
To start with, we at Growers Choice Seeds only sell feminized weed seeds, be they photoperiods, like Birthday Cake and Pineapple Express, or autoflowers, like the Blue Cookies and Runtz cannabis strains. Regular seeds have a 50/50 chance of producing both male and female plants, whereas feminized marijuana seeds have nearly a 100% likelihood of producing all-female marijuana plants.
So, when it comes to Hindu Kush feminized seeds vs. Hindu Kush autoflowering seeds, the biggest difference and cultivation advantage for first-time to experienced growers is that the autoflowering version of Hindu Kush cannabis plants will transition to the flowering phase based on age as opposed to changes in the light schedule. In addition, autoflowering strains tend to be a bit hardier and faster-flowering than their feminized counterparts.
As such, while the Hindu Kush feminized strain is a 100% pure indica, Hindu Kush auto marijuana seeds contains 90% indica and 10% ruderalis, which does not serve to detract from its potency or efficacy. It only helps the plants flower quicker.
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