Burmese Kush
20.4%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Burmese Kush has balanced effects.
Burmese Kush potency is average.
Burmese Kush
20.4%
THC
Top flavors
Terpenes
Burmese Kush has balanced effects.
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.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| linalool | ~12% | floral | relaxing · solo |
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.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
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.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
happy
anytimeuplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Balanced Hybrid
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
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Parents
Siblings
Share parents indica sativa / bubba blumese / bubba kush
Offspring — 3 strains bred from Burmese Kush
Composite Traits
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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.