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Afghan Kush strain

aka Afghani Kush

IndicaTHC 15%CBG 1%
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4.0(1,273 ratings)
Afghan Kush
Afk
Indica
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Terpenes
Myrcene
Caryophyllene
Pinene
calmingenergizing

Afghan Kush effects are mostly calming.

low THChigh THC

Afghan Kush potency is higher THC than average.

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Afghan Kush's roots trace back to the Hindu Kush mountain range near the Afghanistan-Pakistan border. It has been perfected over centuries, making it the ultimate source for hash such as charas and the sticky black Afghani hash. White Label Seed Company, a Sensi Seeds partner from the Netherlands, made its seeds available for everyone to grow. The buds of Afghan Kush develop into massive, blunt-topped nuggets full of resin and coming in big yields. Revered for its heavy resin content and powerfully sedating effects, Afghan Kush is a top choice for anyone looking to relax after a long day.

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Afghan Kush strain effects

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Positive Effects

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Sleepy

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Hungry

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Relaxed

Negative Effects

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Dry eyes

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Dry mouth

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Dizzy

Afghan Kush strain flavors

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Woody

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Tar

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Earthy

Afghan Kush strain helps with

  • Stress
    37% of people say it helps with Stress
  • Anxiety
    31% of people say it helps with Anxiety
  • Pain
    31% of people say it helps with Pain

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Afghan Kush strain reviews(1,273)

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August 30, 2026
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5/5. Chefs kiss. Amazing. Bliss. Perfect. Those are the words I would use to describe this strain. My absolute favorite of all time. It’s a very very slow creep up and not super in your face after a whole gram. I love that aspect. Made me feel so comfy and relaxed as if I were getting ready to lay down and watch a good movie.
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April 16, 2026
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This strain has been awesome at getting me achieve full relaxation. Weirdly enough, I feel more engaged and my adhd subside a little which is awesome if I ever wanted to watch a movie/tv show. Definitely could give you the munchies! Only downside side is the dry mouth and a slight twinge in the lips (almost feels dry in a weird way). Also haven’t really smoked before, so it’s great to write down a review and go back to it later. Would definitely buy again.
2 people found this helpful
February 2, 2026
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Pure Landrace Indica Smells and Taste just like the Good Old Days of the 70's Selectively bred for Centuries has increased the THC Availabile From 10-15%THC in the 70's 2026 THC 20-30% getting the Right Pheno is the Key to Hashish Production.
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September 4, 2025
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The pen was strong , but the high was almost instant , definitely feels like an old school high for sure
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August 30, 2025
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I have smoked joints and vaping. I can use it all day as it it not overpowering. I can still function and of course I really get into the details of everything I do while I'm high. the best price I have ever seen as well. I highly recommend this product.
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October 13, 2025
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This is a super couch lock strain if your not a smoker I do not recommend for a first try
September 15, 2025
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This strain hit me like a truck i could feel the effects instantly off couple puffs. This strain couch locked me for couple of hours would recommend.
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I've read many reviews saying how powerful this strain was but did nothing to myself. I usually go for indicas only as sativas usually don't calm down. I was expecting heavy sedating effects like my favourite of all time OG Kush, but afeghan Kush felt like a weak sativa.. I kept vaporising it and definitely it doesn't feel like indica tranquilizing effects but Sativa.. I wouldn't recommend it if you're after a weed to calm you down, help with anxiety and put you to sleep. I won't happen! It can gives you a bit of anxiety!
March 23, 2024
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Afghan Kush, despite the Tar taste, hits very well. When I need to be able to eat or sleep or simply feel relaxed while listening to some good tunes, this kush gets the job done. I woudn't recommend in the morning tho, its better to counter balance with a Sativa type strain. A good counter is Moby Dick, which is what I have right now. A dual chamber vape with 3G of Afghan Kush and 3G Moby Dick, a perfect combo for waking up and going about my day but also good for munchies and sleeping. I feel like Afghan does help with my anxieties. And it also helps with my lack of appetite. Cannot say much about pain relief.
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June 4, 2024
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Afghan Kush is a wonderful indica. It's the most medicinal strain I've tried. Relieves pain and can even make you feel floaty. Helps with nausea too. The high doesn't hit the mind much but does make you very happy. Good strain to just chill out with, or to have before bed. It's excellent for sleep. Not one you'll want to do a lot on. The smell and taste are nice but nothing too crazy. Smell is nice and kushy, piney and earthy. Taste up front is sweet followed by the kush. The plant gets to a decent size, doesn't stretch too much. Likes lower amounts of nutrients. Overall an awesome classic and one of my favs.
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Afghan Kush strain genetics

Strain parent
Afg
Afghani
parent
Afghan Kush
Afk
Afghan Kush
First strain child
Bca
Black Afghan
child
Second strain child
Sap
Sapphire OG
child

Afghan Kush grow information

Type
indica
sativa
hybrid
Difficulty
easy
moderate
difficult
Height
short
average
tall
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medium
high
Flowering (weeks)
7 - 9
10 - 12
> 12

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