Gletsjer
67d · moderate
Top flavors
Terpenes
Jungle Kush effects are mostly calming.
Jungle Kush is a modern hybrid-indica strain bred from the crossing of SFV OG and a Hawaii hybrid. This lineage reflects a deliberate combination of established genetics, resulting in a plant that requires moderate cultivation effort. It is versatile, capable of thriving in both indoor and outdoor environments, and is known for delivering a high yield after a 67-day flowering period. Its genetic influence remains significant, serving as a foundational parent for various offspring including Cherry Spice, Hadouken, Lillt, Mandarine Kush, Mike’s Magma OG, Shivas Stash, Sour Neo, and 100 Hand Slap.
The terpene profile of Jungle Kush is complex, led by a dominant base of myrcene, followed by limonene, caryophyllene, humulene, and linalool. The secondary and tertiary compounds further refine the sensory experience through the inclusion of beta-pinene, pinene, bisabolol, valencene, caryophyllene-oxide, borneol, nerolidol, camphene, terpinolene, ocimene, gamma-terpinene, geraniol, and sabinene. This structured chemical arrangement creates a distinct aromatic and flavor profile, rooted in its specific, tiered ratio of secondary metabolites.
As a THC-dominant strain, Jungle Kush produces effects characterized by a sense of relaxation, calm, and focus. These physical and mental properties make it a candidate for users seeking relief from pain, stress, or assistance with sleep. Its reliable, balanced functionality and its role in the development of numerous successor strains reflect its utility in both medicinal and breeding contexts.
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| pinene | ~12% | pine | focus · creative |
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: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~28%
spicy
●●○○
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: acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (IC50 0.44 mM) counteracting THC-induced short-term memory deficits; most widely encountered terpenoid in nature; anti-inflammatory via PGE-1.
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
Primary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
Linalool GABA-A modulation + caryophyllene CB2 agonism drive anxiolysis without heavy sedation; distinct from sleepy — supports sustained presence and mild focus.
Pinene acetylcholinesterase inhibition (IC50 0.44 mM per Russo 2011) sustains acetylcholine; counteracts THC-induced short-term memory deficits.
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Jungle Kush.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parents sfv og / hawaii hybrid
Offspring — 8 strains bred from Jungle Kush
Find which dispensaries near you currently stock Jungle Kush.
or enter a city / postcode
No reviews yet — be the first!
No reviews yet for Jungle Kush.
Predict the terpene profile, effects, and growing traits of a cross. Our gene weaver engine votes on dominant traits from both parents.
Build a cross with Jungle Kush →Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.
67d · moderate
53d · moderate
56d · moderate
Seeds available56d · moderate
Seeds available60d · moderate
Seeds available47d · easy
Seeds availableJungle Kush is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Jungle Kush is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
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.