BKhybrid

Burmese Kush

20.4%

THC

Top flavors

spicycitrusfloral
CalmingEnergizing

Burmese Kush has balanced effects.

Low THCHigh THC

Burmese Kush potency is average.

Burmese Kush is a modern hybrid strain created through the crossing of Bubba Blumese and Bubba Kush. This lineage has established the cultivar as a consistent genetic foundation for further development within the cannabis industry, with notable offspring including Bubba Blumese, Posion Kush, and Raspberry Critical Kush. Cultivators can expect a moderate growing difficulty for this strain, which thrives in both indoor and outdoor environments and reaches maturity after a 63-day flowering period, ultimately resulting in a high yield.

The chemical profile of Burmese Kush is THC-dominant and defined by a complex array of fifteen terpenes. Caryophyllene serves as the primary component, providing a distinct foundation that is sequentially complemented by limonene, linalool, myrcene, guaiol, nerolidol, bisabolol, humulene, beta-pinene, pinene, camphene, terpinolene, geraniol, caryophyllene-oxide, and finally, ocimene. This specific arrangement of terpenes dictates the aromatic and nuanced sensory experience for the user.

Users of Burmese Kush typically report feeling relaxed, happy, and uplifted following consumption. Due to these primary effects, the strain is frequently utilized in cases involving stress, pain, and sleep. Its established genetic history and established stability have allowed it to persist as a reliable option for those seeking consistent therapeutic applications while providing a versatile genetic architecture for future crosses.

Terpene Profile

Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.

caryophyllene ~60%limonene ~28%linalool ~12%
TerpeneShare
caryophyllene~60%
limonene~28%
linalool~12%

Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.

~60%

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.

~28%

citrus

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Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.

~12%

floral

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Russo 2011: local anesthetic equal to procaine; anticonvulsant via glutamate/GABA modulation; reduces morphine tolerance via multisite opioid/GABAergic/cannabinoid action.

Effects

Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.

Genetic Profile

Balanced Hybrid

■ Indica 50%■ Sativa 50%

Equal indica and sativa genetics. Balanced body and mind effects.

THC-Dominant

High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.

Genealogy

Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Burmese Kush.

Ancestry

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Composite Traits

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evening-wind-downdaytime-productivitymorning-use

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Similar strains

Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burmese Kush indica or sativa?

Burmese Kush is modeled here as a balanced hybrid (equal indica and sativa genetics).

What terpene is dominant in Burmese Kush?

Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.

Is Burmese Kush good for daytime use?

Burmese Kush 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.