Cactus
Cactus is a sativa dominant hybrid with Afghani × Northern Lights genetics. Its flavor notes include pine, lemon and spicy.
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Strain at a glance
- Reported type
- Sativa dominant hybrid
- Reported THC
- 15%–24%
- Reported CBD
- Not reported
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Classification is conventional. Cannabinoid measurements vary by batch.
- Reported lineage
- Afghani × Northern Lights
- Reported flavors
- Citrus, Lemon, Pine, Spicy, Sweet
- Reported effects
- Euphoria, Happy, Hungry, Uplifting
Cactus genetics
The documented cross pairs Afghani with Northern Lights.
The conventional classification is 80% sativa and 20% indica.
The source contains differing numeric classification statements: 80% sativa/20% indica; 20% sativa/80% indica. These are retained as source descriptions, not merged into a supposedly verified ratio.
Northern Lights is classified as an indica. Its flavor notes include pine, woody and spicy. Its separate profile lists THC at 16–21%.
Flavor and aroma
Cactus combines pine, lemon, spicy and sweet in its flavor profile. Additional notes include citrus.
The aroma follows the same pine, sweet and citrus direction.
Cactus effects
Reported Cactus effects include euphoria, a happier mood, increased appetite and uplift.
The reported emphasis is on the mental side of the experience. That does not establish unimpaired concentration or performance.
Cactus THC level and CBD
The published Cactus THC level is 15–24%.
CBD has not been documented for this profile.
The source contains differing numeric classification statements: 80% sativa/20% indica; 20% sativa/80% indica. These are retained as source descriptions, not merged into a supposedly verified ratio.
For a specific product, use its batch laboratory results rather than treating these figures as universal strain specifications.
Related strains
Afghan Sour Kush is another documented cross involving Afghani. Its parent pair is Afghani × Sour Kush. Its flavor description includes nutty, spicy and sweet. The separate Afghan Sour Kush profile lists THC at 16–21%. That differs from the 15–24% range documented for Cactus.
10K Jack is another documented cross involving Northern Lights. Its parent pair is Northern Lights × Shiva Skunk. Its flavor description includes woody, sweet and fruity. The separate 10K Jack profile lists THC at 20–24%. That differs from the 15–24% range documented for Cactus.
Questions about Cactus
Is Cactus indica or sativa? It is classified as a sativa dominant hybrid. The listed split is 80% sativa and 20% indica.
What does Cactus taste like? The available description includes pine, lemon and spicy.
Who bred Cactus? An original breeder has not been established in the available evidence.
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