Cali Kush

Cali Kush is a hybrid marijuana strain known to provide uplifting, energizing effects. This strain offers fruity and citrus flavors with spicy hints of coffee and kush.

Cali Kush gets its name from the popularity of Kush varieties in its namesake state. Growers say this strain produces buds that are large and dense.

Overview

Cannabinoids

THC: 16%-22%

CBD: 1%

Strain Types

Indica: 40%
Sativa: 60%

Terpenes

Beta-Caryophyllene
Limonene
Myrcene

Flavonoids

Like other cannabis varieties, Cali Kush probably harbors cannflavins A, B, and C, with Cannflavin A showing promise in possessing anti-cancer properties.

Effects

Cali Kush has been reported to have the following effects:

  • Calming

  • Cerebral

  • Euphoria

  • Happiness

  • Relaxation

  • Uplifting

The following adverse effects have also been reported:

  • Dry Eyes

  • Dry Mouth

  • Dizziness

Medical Applications

A wide range of people use marijuana strains for various health reasons, and Cali Kush is a strain people turn to for the following conditions.

 
Dosing

Use Cali Kush in small doses and it should give you that almost sugar-high. Like most candy, moderation is a good thing with this highly potent strain. Psychologically speaking, Cali Kush may temporarily relieve the symptoms of stress, depression, and even anxiety.

Growing

The plants are suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation, with the ability to potentially yield up to 18 ounces per square meter indoors and up to 22 ounces per plant outdoors. Once harvested, growers can expect light green buds that are small to medium in size, dense and sticky with orange pistils.

Height

Cali Kush is reported to attain a height of 6-8 feet. Growers aiming to control plant height due to space constraints and confidentiality concerns may opt for the sea of green (SoG) method with Cali Kush. This involves selecting a mother plant and cultivating smaller clones through cuttings, ensuring a maximum height of just a few feet.

Humidity and Temperature

Cali Kush flourishes in temperate, sunny climates, making it optimal to sustain temperatures between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit. During the seedling phase, maintain relative humidity levels between 50% and 60%, and afterward, ensure humidity stays within the range of 40% to 50%.

Flowering

Cali Kush has a relatively short flowering period of only seven to eight weeks.

FAQ’s

  • Yes, Cali Kush is considered beginner-friendly due to its resistance to various environmental conditions and a relatively short flowering cycle of seven to eight weeks.

  • Cali Kush is reported anecdotally to help alleviate anxiety, insomnia, and chronic pain. Its terpene profile, including linalool, suggests potential effectiveness in addressing these conditions.

  • Absolutely, Cali Kush is versatile and can be successfully cultivated in various environments, including indoors, outdoors, or in a greenhouse. With ample space, it rewards cultivators with its distinctive purple hues.

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This article has been reviewed by Steven Fiore, MD.

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