OG Kush is a classic hybrid-indica strain bred from the lineage of Chemdawg and Hindu Kush. According to lore, the strain is widely credited to the West Coast cannabis scene, where it established a reputation for its distinct growth characteristics. Cultivating this strain is considered difficult, requiring an indoor environment to reach its medium yield over a 60-day flowering period.

The chemical profile of OG Kush is defined by a primary presence of limonene, supported by secondary notes of caryophyllene and linalool. The full terpene spectrum follows in descending order with myrcene, bisabolol, beta-pinene, humulene, pinene, and terpinolene. This specific combination of terpenes dictates the strain's sensory expression, providing a complex aromatic profile that transitions through each detected compound.

As a THC-dominant variety, OG Kush consistently induces effects described as relaxed, creative, and happy. These properties make the strain a standard choice for individuals managing stress, pain, and anxiety. The plant has served as a foundational genetic block for numerous subsequent varieties, with a notable list of offspring that includes Amnesia Kush, Monkey Snax, Banana Kush, Dubble Banana Mango Haze, Papusas, CMAC55, Tahquitz OG, XTC OG, Glowberry Rush, Glueberry O.G., Killer Cake Haze, and Platinum Diesel Dough.