Afgan Kush Special
Top flavors
Terpenes
Afgan Kush Special effects are mostly energizing.
Afgan Kush Special
Top flavors
Terpenes
Afgan Kush Special effects are mostly energizing.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| pinene | ~60% | pine | focus · creative |
| myrcene | ~28% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~12% | spicy | relaxing · social |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~12%
spicy
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Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Genetic Profile
Pure Indica
Body-heavy, relaxing genetics. Short stature, dense buds, broad leaves.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Afgan Kush Special.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
Siblings
Share parent afgan kush
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Afgan Kush Special indica or sativa?
Afgan Kush Special is modeled here as a pure indica (body-heavy, relaxing genetics).
What terpene is dominant in Afgan Kush Special?
Pinene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Myrcene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Afgan Kush Special good for daytime use?
Afgan Kush Special is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.