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indica-dominant strainCritical Mass
Critical Mass is described as an indica-dominant Afghani and Skunk #1 hybrid with oversized, dense flowers, a short flowering time and high support requirements. A Spanish source description adds earthy woody notes as well as fruity accents of citrus and apple. The effect is described there as pleasant, relaxing and cheerful.
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Aroma, effect and terpenes
Aromas
- skunky
Genetics
Parent line and family tree
Critical Mass is at the beginning. The documented parent lines follow below.
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StrainCritical Mass
- ParentsAfghanistan
Editorial profile
Critical Mass in detail
Origin & classification
Critical Mass has two clearly different origin descriptions in the dataset. The English summary describes an indica-dominant hybrid of Afghani and Skunk #1. The normalized fields, however, name “Critical Mass × Afghanistan”, which appears to indicate a self-cross with an Afghanistan line. A Spanish description also refers to a clone of The Plant that has been preserved for more than ten years. The specific origin of this recorded version therefore cannot be conclusively determined.
Aroma & flavor
Productivity and large flowers consistently define the strain profile. The English source highlights oversized, dense buds and a short flowering time. Due to their weight, the branches require support. The Spanish description also mentions high production and a shorter flowering cycle compared with similar strains. The plants can grow considerably tall, which is why supports or plant ties are recommended.
Terpene profile
For the The Plant version, seven to eight weeks of indoor flowering are stated. Outdoors, it is expected to mature in September. The yields listed there—450 to 500 grams per square meter indoors and 550 to 600 grams per square meter outdoors—are clone- and provider-specific reference values. They cannot readily be transferred to other Critical Mass versions. The same applies to the stated height of 100 to 120 centimeters.
Effect tendency
The aroma is associated with its Skunk background. In addition to a characteristic earthy scent, the Spanish source mentions Palo Santo-like wood as well as fruity accents of citrus and apple. The profile therefore ranges from moist earth and aromatic wood to brighter, tart-fruity notes. Individual terpenes are not documented.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
The effect is characterized in the continuous description as pleasant, relaxing and cheerful. These impressions do not represent a guaranteed response. Medical claims from the source are not adopted. The structured “indica-dominant” category also conflicts with the distribution of 50 percent Sativa and 50 percent Indica stated there for the clone. The public profile should therefore emphasize the reliable commonalities: large, dense flowers, high support requirements, a relatively short flowering time, earthy-woody Skunk aromas and an effect described as calm and cheerful. Lineage, breeder attribution and the exact category require separate review before binding publication.
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Frequently asked questions about Critical Mass
What type of strain is Critical Mass?
We list Critical Mass as an indica-dominant strain with the parent line Critical Mass × Afghanistan.
What genetics are behind Critical Mass?
The parent line of Critical Mass is Critical Mass × Afghanistan.
What does Critical Mass smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Critical Mass is primarily associated with skunky notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.
What flowering time is specified for Critical Mass?
A flowering time of 7-8 weeks is specified for Critical Mass.
Which breeder is named for Critical Mass?
The Plant is named as the breeder or cultivator of Critical Mass.
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