Kandahar
Kandahar is an indica dominant hybrid with Afghani × Afghani Skunk genetics. Its flavor notes include pine, spicy and sweet.
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Strain at a glance
- Reported type
- Indica dominant hybrid
- Reported THC
- 18%–20%
- Reported CBD
- Not reported
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Classification is conventional. Cannabinoid measurements vary by batch.
- Reported lineage
- Afghani × Afghani Skunk
- Reported flavors
- Fruity, Herbal, Honey, Pine, Spicy, Sweet
- Reported effects
- Euphoria, Giggly, Sleepy
Kandahar genetics
The documented cross pairs Afghani with Afghani Skunk.
The conventional classification is 10% sativa and 90% indica.
Afghani is classified as an indica. Its flavor notes include pine, spicy and sweet. Its separate profile lists THC at 16–20%.
Afghani Skunk is classified as an indica dominant hybrid. Its flavor notes include spicy, sweet and citrus. Its separate profile lists THC at 18–23%.
Flavor and aroma
Kandahar combines pine, spicy, sweet and fruity in its flavor profile. Additional notes include herbal and honey.
The aroma adds sour and pungent.
Kandahar effects
Reported Kandahar effects include euphoria, giggling and sleepiness.
Kandahar THC level and CBD
The published Kandahar THC level is 18–20%.
CBD has not been documented for this profile.
For a specific product, use its batch laboratory results rather than treating these figures as universal strain specifications.
Flower appearance
Recorded appearance descriptors: fluffy, forest green, orange, white, frosty, resin and trichomes.
Related strains
710 Cheese is another documented cross involving Afghani. Its parent pair is Old School UK Skunk × Afghani. Its flavor description includes cheesy, creamy and skunky. The separate 710 Cheese profile lists THC at 10–20%. That differs from the 18–20% range documented for Kandahar.
Gorilla Grape Ape is another documented cross involving Afghani Skunk. Its parent pair is Mendocino Purps × Afghani Skunk. Its flavor description includes blueberry, spicy and sweet. The separate Gorilla Grape Ape profile lists THC at 15–23%. That differs from the 18–20% range documented for Kandahar.
Questions about Kandahar
Is Kandahar indica or sativa? It is classified as an indica dominant hybrid. The listed split is 10% sativa and 90% indica.
What does Kandahar taste like? The available description includes pine, spicy and sweet.
Who bred Kandahar? An original breeder has not been established in the available evidence.
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