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Northern Lights #5 strain

aka NL#5

IndicaTHC 19%CBG 1%
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4.3(200 ratings)
Northern Lights #5
N5
Indica
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Terpenes
Pinene
Terpinolene
Myrcene
calmingenergizing

Northern Lights #5 effects are mostly energizing.

low THChigh THC

Northern Lights #5 potency is higher THC than average.

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Along with Haze and Skunk #1, Northern Lights is among the most influentials strains of all time.  The #5 strain was first entered into competition in 1989.  The strain quickly dominated the Cannabis Cup, winning in '89, '90, and '92.

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Northern Lights #5 strain effects

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Positive Effects

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Euphoric

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Relaxed

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Creative

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Dry mouth

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Paranoid

Northern Lights #5 strain flavors

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Honey

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Pine

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Earthy

Northern Lights #5 strain helps with

  • Stress
    46% of people say it helps with Stress
  • Anxiety
    43% of people say it helps with Anxiety
  • Pain
    33% of people say it helps with Pain

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Northern Lights #5 strain science

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Terpenes not only determine the flavor and aroma of a cannabis strain, they may also modify its effects. We’ve sourced this terpene data from products tested in Leafly Certified labs.
Northern Lights #5
N5
Indica
Phenotype
Indica
Dominant terpene
Pinene (pine)

Northern Lights #5 terpenes

The most abundant terpene in Northern Lights #5 is pinene, followed by terpinolene and myrcene.
Pinene (pine)
Pine-scented terpene that is also found in rosemary and many other herbs.
Terpinolene (fruity)
Myrcene (herbal)

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Northern Lights #5 strain reviews(200)

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June 15, 2025
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I would say this is very close to being my number one top strain that I can always depend on. It makes you happy, creative, focused and it always motivates me to get things done when I don't feel like doing anything. It doesn't hit you with energy or anything and its never given me anxiety like others have stated. Just an "old school pot" stoney vibe that hits just right and tastes amazing. Like a fruity herbal mixture that's absolutely delicious. I can't say enough good things about this classic! I smoke this whenever I can get it!

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January 14, 2024
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This is def my pain/sleep strand. Not harsh on the lungs but has a mellow, earthy, pine profile in flavor. I love to combine this with Oreoz or another indica dom heavy strand and zip off to bed shortly after. All of the lovely effects of a couch-lock without the need to eat ur house down. Usually the flower is heavily frosted and displays beautiful purple hued leaves. This is just a staple in my house. This is my nighttime teddy bear of a strand. Makes me feel safe and Don’t wanna sleep without it.

5 people found this helpful
May 4, 2024
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Since the first time I tried nl#5 in the early 90’s the sweet overwhelming pine with just a crisp cool inhale. There is something special about the flavor and high of this strain that has not changed in the slightest. If you know, you know.

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August 6, 2023
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Some strains make you happy. Some make you feel uplifted. A few strains actually make you feel euphoric. Northern Lights #5 offers full-on euphoria combined with head-to-toe body relaxation. If you use it before bed you'll probably fall asleep, but it's still a strain that you can use anytime, day or night. The last time I smoked this was 30 years ago(!) and I've been looking for it ever since. The full-blown euphoria and relaxation was on the verge of psychedelic. I finally came across some NL#5 flower, and the first hit from my bowl took me back 3 decades. My expectations were crazy-high, and it met them all.

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November 27, 2023
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The first time I smoked Northern Lights, I laid on a pull out couch listening to Pink Floyd for what seemed like hours. That’s all. No complaints!

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December 29, 2023
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🔥 flower. MUST HAVE.

May 11, 2023
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Still to this day after smoking since 92' NL #5 is still one of the very best, if you're lucky enough to actually smoke legit NL#5 then you know exactly what I'm talking about 💨🔥🔥🔥😋🤤.

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May 26, 2023
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Awesome! Clear head high with a slight tingle body high all while feeling a bit extra creative. Might be a new favorite of mine…

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March 30, 2023
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Here with wifey having good as* conversation!

February 10, 2019
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Summary Before Consuming: I’m writing part of this before smoking tonight because this strain will KNOCK YOU OUT. I’ve suffered from insomnia & non-stop lucid nightmares every night for 2 years now. I’ve seen “sleep specialists”, therapists, psychiatrists, & have exhausted all options of medications to try to mitigate this problem. I’ve either been told there’s nothing wrong with me, or have received medications with terrible side effects that don’t even help. Enter Northern Lights #5: For the first time in literally years I was able to sleep without using alcohol & without having constant nightmares, & woke up earlier than usual before my alarm refreshed rather than in the middle of an anxiety attack which f-cks up the entire day in addition to making my pre-existing anxiety/depression even worse. Cannabis has already helped with my sleeping issues but Northern Lights has been the most effective. One hit from my vape pen last night & after a woody, earthy, clean hit I immediately felt my body tingle & muscles relax with a borderline psychedelic head-in-the-clouds mental relaxation as well. The need to sleep sets in almost instantly & I fall asleep in minutes. If you suffer from insomnia or any sleep disorders I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND Northern Lights. Also melts away my major depression & anxiety disorders. I imagine it would work very well for those dealing with pain at night as well. The only caveat I have with it is that at such a high THC percentage (89.9% Liquid Live Resin Cartridge) and no CBD in the batch I had, it does occasionally make me a bit paranoid/anxious when I take that first hit and blast off. But that usually subsides as it starts to settle into my system. After Consumption Summary: On exhale from one hit, whole body is glued to bed. There’s no getting up. All stress is gone instantly. Body & head are tingling very pleasantly. A few minutes later, I’m totally relaxed & will be falling asleep shortly. Northern Lights #5 Liquid Live Resin Cartridge by Cresco Reserve: THC-82.896%, THCA-6.014% CBD-0% Total: 89.91%

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Northern Lights #5 strain genetics

Strain parent
Afg
Afghani
parent
Northern Lights #5
N5
Northern Lights #5
First strain child
Jh
Jack Herer
child
Second strain child
Mgh
Mango Haze
child

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