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Super Hindu Kush

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Super Hindu Kush effects are mostly calming.

Super Hindu Kush is a modern hybrid-indica cultivar derived directly from the Hindu Kush landrace. While the original Hindu Kush is widely credited to the mountainous region between Afghanistan and Pakistan, this specific iteration is a product of modern genetic selection designed to refine the cultivar's traits for contemporary cultivation. It is capable of thriving in both indoor and outdoor environments, offering a high yield with a flowering time of 60 days. Due to its specific requirements, the strain is classified as having a moderate difficulty level for growers, eventually serving as the genetic foundation for subsequent pairings such as CBD Cherry Kush.

The aromatic and flavor profile of Super Hindu Kush is defined by a complex, layered terpene expression. Myrcene leads this chemical composition, followed by terpinolene and caryophyllene, which provide the structural base for the strain's sensory profile. These are followed by a delicate balance of pinene, limonene, beta-pinene, ocimene, humulene, and linalool. The composition concludes with minor contributions from nerolidol, guaiol, bisabolol, alpha-terpinene, and gamma-terpinene, creating a nuanced range of scents and tastes that reflect this extensive chemical diversity.

As a THC-dominant hybrid, Super Hindu Kush is recognized for producing effects that are simultaneously relaxed, calm, and focused. These attributes make the strain a functional choice for those seeking to manage pain, stress, or sleep-related issues. The genetic legacy of this cultivar continues through its notable offspring, most significantly CBD Cherry Kush, which leverages the balanced characteristics established by the parent line to expand the clinical applications of its genetic profile.

Terpene Profile

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

myrcene ~60%terpinolene ~28%caryophyllene ~12%
TerpeneShare
myrcene~60%
terpinolene~28%
caryophyllene~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%

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Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.

~28%

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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.

~12%

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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

Indica-dominant

■ Indica 70%■ Sativa 30%

Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.

THC-Dominant

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

Genealogy

Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Super Hindu Kush.

Composite Traits

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Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Super Hindu Kush indica or sativa?

Super Hindu Kush is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).

What terpene is dominant in Super Hindu Kush?

Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Terpinolene follows as the secondary terpene.

Is Super Hindu Kush good for daytime use?

Super Hindu 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.