Skunk

Skunk, despite the unusual name, is one of the most popular strains in the history of cannabis. Aptly named “Skunk” due to its odor, it’s natural to assume that the flavors are unappealing; however, you’d be shocked to know that cannabis enthusiasts not only love the strain but grow them in their homes just to experience its pungency! Skunk was first discovered in the USA; however, the Dutch take the credit for it because of all their hard work behind researching the genetics. Breeders created this magnificent strain by crossing a multitude of cultivars including Columbian Gold, Acapulco Gold, and Afghani strains in the 70s. With so many mighty strains backing the Skunk, you can be sure to expect nothing but a miracle. Due to its powerful effects, it has won several awards in many competitions held across the globe. Skunk has contributed its genetics to many strains including Green Crack and Jack Herer. In fact, Skunk is so popular that any strain exhibiting powerful characteristics are called Skunk strains now. Coming to its aroma, Skunk strains exude a skunky and pungent odor. It can be a little overwhelming at times, but it’s also one of the reasons for its popularity. She also has a strong musky smell accompanied by earthy tones. Incredibly, the combination of woody fragrances blends with floral scents like jasmine to create a wonderful effect. You’re also likely to smell fruity fragrances at times due to her ancestors. Adored by both recreational and medicinal users, Skunk extracts are super powerful although the levels ranging from 17 to 23 percent are slightly less than other strains. Skunk strains are easy to grow, but it’s necessary to install carbon filters to reduce the smell. With the traits leaning towards indica, you can relax on the couch while the buds work their magic on you.