L.A. Kush
L.A. KUSH STRAIN INFORMATION
General Information
Type: Sativa-dominant hybrid
Genetics: Unknown lineage OG Kush clone, likely a “selfed” S1 OG Kush bagseed, possibly a Diesel cross
Geographic Origin: Los Angeles, California, USA
Seed Company/Clone: Clone only
Description: A special and aggressive clone-only OG Kush, the LA Kush certainly came out of that area, tough not a ton else is known about its lineage. It seems to possibly have Diesel or ChemDawg crossed into it, because the smell is very sharp and fuely, unlike most of the more traditional OG Kush cuts such as San Fernando Valley, Ghost’s OG, and Tahoe OG which have more of a spicy and citrus-pine quality to them. If anyone has more concrete information on the genetic background and history of this particular OG Kush cut (this cut is NOT Abusive’s OG Kush, which took on the nickname “LA Kush” in the early-middle 2000′s, but a different one), please contact us.
History
Story: We received a comment on an earlier L.A. Kush review indicating that this particular cut may have come from a grower named “Strainger” in the Orange County area, grown from a single bagseed. This story is unconfirmed, but represents a possible piece of the puzzle.
Awards:
Growing Information
Flowering Time: 8-9 weeks
Preferred Growing Medium: This plant will produce long, slender, pointy colas with a fairly dense, large-calyxed structure and very fat trichome heads.
Patient Expectations
Scent: Very sharp and aggressive pine-heavy Kush scent, with strong hints of the “tire shop” rubber/fuel smell
Flavor: The taste is just as aggressive as the smell, with slightly more citrus and fuel… very sharp, chemical, and acrid Kush
Effects: The aggressive” trend continues with the experience, starting off with a very strong package of head effects including lots of eye/face/temple pressure, racing thoughts, and a burst of energy. Despite the sheer potency of this strain, the mindstate is still predominately clear and it doesn’t seem to inhibit mental function much at all. This is a bit of an “extreme sport” type of strain that evens out in the second half of the duration, becoming a little more relaxing and like a typical OG.
KindReviews:
L.A. Kush – Colorado Alternative Medicine (CAM) – January 2011
Durban Poison
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DURBAN POISON STRAIN INFORMATION
General Information
Type: Sativa
Genetics: Landrace South African variety, at times crossed with Skunk for stability
Geographic Origin: South Africa
Seed Company/Clone: Many versions available in seed form — African Seeds, Dutch Passion, Afropips, Nirvana, and Sensi Seeds all have versions of it.
Description: A landrace Sativa variety from South Africa, Durban Poison is known for its spicy/sweet anise-like smell and taste and it’s clear-headed cerebral effect. Though it’s a (normally) pure Sativa, most versions finish fairly quickly and don’t stretch like crazy. Many claim the real South African Durban Poison is very racy and finishes as long as 120 days, but that’s not the case for the versions available in seed form (Afropips and African Seeds seems to be the longest to finish).
History
Story: Sam the Skunkman, speaking on the version he is responsible for:
“South African Durban Poison was first introduced by me. I got maybe 100 seeds from South Africa and grew them in California in the late 70′s. Most were hermaphrodite, small calyxs, as well as not so great buds. But I saw the potential for an early Sativa so I worked with it for a few years to clean it up. I finally eliminated most of all the bad traits, and introduced it in the early 80′s. When I took it to Amsterdam it was an immediate hit, one of the few Sativa strains that can be grown outdoors in Holland most years if the weather is OK at harvest time. Every seed merchant in Holland bought some and made copies as well as Hybrids; all of the Durban Poison genetics being passed around were originally from my work until Afro-Seeds popped up a few years ago. My Durban Poison is Sativa, pure IBL Landrace created from seed lines, maintained with clones, Male and Female. There is no change in the genepool now as any seeds are produced from selected clones 20 years old. The plants had a strong licorice/anise smell and taste, as well as being quite early in maturation. The strength was med-strong, vigor strong, yield quite good, very consistant. To be honest I considered it a daytime smoke.”
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Growing Information
Flowering Time: Depends on the version, most floating around or from Dutch companies are between 8 and 10 weeks, while the African seed companies tend to be longer, going as long as 120.
Preferred Growing Medium: Durban was known and loved in Holland because it was one of the few Sativas that could finish outdoors — the short-flowering versions are suitable for Northern climates. Grows very tall outdoors, but most varieties are totally manageable indoors, especially with training such as SCROG.
Patient Expectations
Scent: Very distinct blend of sweet and spicy smells — fennel, anise, orange, lemons…
Flavor: Very much like the smell, it can have a spicy bite or be on the sweeter side, but normally has that anise/fennel twang to it.
Effects: Durban is a fabulous daytime strain, with a clear, functional effects package that stimulates creativity, sociability, and overall mood. Energetic and bordering on racy/anxious at times… The primary medicinal benefits are appetite stimulation, migraine relief, and anti-nausea.
KindReviews:
Durban Poison – Green Dream Health Services – November 2010
Durban Poison – Advanced Medical Alternatives – September 2010
Durban Poison – Nedicate – July 2010
Durban Poison – Green Belly Community Garden – July 2010
Durban Poison – Natural Remedies – June 2010