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sativa-dominant strainCherry AK
Cherry AK is described as a rare, cherry-forward expression of AK-47. Sweet cherry and tart berries define the aroma, while the reported effect profile tends to be gentle, uplifting and suitable for daytime use. The strain is considered a sativa-dominant hybrid; however, more detailed lineage information is contradictory in the available data.
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Parent lineage and family tree
Cherry AK is at the beginning. The documented parent lines through the 3rd generation follow below.
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StrainCherry AK
- ParentsColombia
- ParentsMexico
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ParentsAK 47
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GrandparentsAfghani
- 3rd generationAfghanistan
- GrandparentsColombian
- GrandparentsMexican
- GrandparentsThai
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GrandparentsAfghani
Editorial profile
Cherry AK in detail
Origin & classification
According to the consistent source description, Cherry AK does not originate from an independently documented cross, but from a rare, particularly cherry-forward phenotype of AK-47. The name therefore primarily refers to a selected expression within this well-known strain. The dataset also cites Colombian and Mexican influences, but presents their relationship to AK-47 inconsistently. For a reliable portrait, the explicitly described phenotype selection therefore remains the more secure starting point.
Aroma & flavour
The aromatic distinction is already contained in the name. It is described as a distinctly sweet cherry note accompanied by tart berries. This does not create a purely sugary profile, but rather a combination of ripe fruit and a fresher, more tart berry note. This dominance of cherry is intended to distinguish Cherry AK from other expressions of the parent strain. No information on individual terpenes is available, so the aroma cannot be reliably attributed to specific compounds.
Terpene profile
The source also presents the effect as comparatively clearly defined. Recurring terms include gentle, uplifting and suitable for daytime use. This refers to a relatively bright and active experience, not necessarily a heavy physical calm. Such descriptions reflect typical source experiences and are not a guarantee of an identical outcome. Individual response, dose, batch and phenotype can significantly alter the perceived character.
Effect tendency
The classification as a sativa-dominant hybrid fits this reported daytime profile. A source range of 16 to 22 percent THC is mentioned in the description, but is not confirmed in the structured data. It should therefore not be understood as a fixed strain standard. Even with verified analyses, such values would depend on cultivation, harvest timing, processing and the sample tested.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
The usable sources contain no reliable details on flowering time, yield, growth structure or the responsible breeding entity. The designation “Unknown or Legendary” also does not identify a verifiable breeder. Cherry AK is therefore best understood through its documented selection concept: a rare AK-47 expression with a pronounced cherry-and-berry aroma and a predominantly uplifting character. This combination forms the objectively supported core of the profile.
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Frequently asked questions about Cherry AK
What type of strain is Cherry AK?
We list Cherry AK as a sativa-dominant strain with the parent lineage AK47 × Colombia × Mexico.
What genetics are behind Cherry AK?
The parent lineage of Cherry AK is AK47 × Colombia × Mexico.
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