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indica-dominant strain

Banana Kush

Ripe banana and creamy sweetness stand alongside earth, wood, citrus, pine and skunky accents in Banana Kush. Myrcene, limonene and caryophyllene shape the documented terpene profile.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • sweet
  • tropical
  • woody
  • earthy
  • banana
  • creamy
  • citrusy
  • pine-like
  • fresh
  • zesty
  • skunky

Effects

  • relaxing
  • uplifting
  • euphoric
  • sociable
  • sleepy
  • creative
  • calming
  • appetite-stimulating

Terpenes

  • Limonene
  • Myrcene
  • Caryophyllene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC up to 25 %

The values are intended as a guide. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parentage and family tree

Banana Kush is at the top. The documented parent lines down to the 3rd generation follow below.

Editorial profile

Banana Kush in detail

Origin & classification

Two different accounts of Banana Kush’s origin are in circulation. One version from the Cali Kush sphere traces the strain back to OG Kush and a male Banana genetic. Crockett Family Farms, by contrast, names Ghost OG – a phenotype of OG Kush – together with a Skunk Haze hybrid. These lineages have not been conclusively confirmed. OG Kush appears to be the shared and comparatively reliable reference point; the list consolidated in the master data from OG Kush, Ghost OG and Skunk Haze should therefore not be read as a clearly documented triple cross.

Aroma & flavour

Banana Kush is described as indica-dominant, with one source giving a ratio of approximately 60 percent Indica to 40 percent Sativa. It is known above all for its namesake aroma. Ripe banana and creamy sweetness form the focus, accompanied by tropical, woody and earthy impressions. Citrus and pine add fresher accents; zesty and skunky notes are also recorded in the data set. The terpene profile lists limonene, myrcene and caryophyllene, without specifying fixed quantities or an unchanging order for every sample.

Terpene profile

The described effect progression often begins with a gentle euphoric and uplifting phase. User reports also associate it with sociability and creativity. Over time, the calmer side is said to become more pronounced: relaxation and calm move to the forefront, at times accompanied by sleepiness and increased appetite. Such accounts reflect typical experiences from the sources. Individual response, intensity and timing may vary considerably.

Effect tendency

The sources cite approximately 18 to 25 percent THC for Banana Kush, while the master data records only the maximum value of 25 percent. This range indicates a potent profile, but is not binding for every plant or every batch. For CBD, the English source gives a value close to 0.1 percent; this information is absent from the structured fields. Here too, it would be necessary to clarify which sample or strain version it refers to before adopting it.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

An additional source passage mentions a flowering time of eight to nine weeks and dense, heavily frosted flowers. As these details are not included in the master data and may apply only to a specific version, they should not be generalised without verification. The reliable portrait of Banana Kush therefore rests on three points: the unconfirmed but clearly OG Kush-related origin complex, the creamy banana aroma with earthy and fresh counter-notes, and the described shift from cheerful activity to deeper calm.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Banana Kush

What kind of strain is Banana Kush?

We list Banana Kush as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage OG Kush × Ghost OG × Skunk Haze.

What genetics are behind Banana Kush?

The parentage of Banana Kush is OG Kush × Ghost OG × Skunk Haze.

What does Banana Kush smell and taste like?

In terms of aroma, Banana Kush is primarily sweet, tropical, woody, earthy, banana, creamy, citrusy, pine-like, fresh, zesty and skunky. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with Banana Kush?

Banana Kush features limonene, myrcene and caryophyllene. They complement the described aroma profile.

What effects are associated with Banana Kush?

We primarily describe Banana Kush as relaxing, uplifting, euphoric, sociable, sleepy, creative, calming and appetite-stimulating. Effect impressions are subjective and do not constitute a medical promise.

How high is the THC content of Banana Kush?

Banana Kush is listed with a THC range of up to 25 %. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.