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indica-dominant strain

Ice Kush

Ice Kush by USSkunkX combines Northern Lights, Dutch Skunk and Afghan Kush. Its name refers to the strong, ice-like resin coverage. The aroma combines sweetness, pepper, smoke, skunk and citrus. The effects are described as immediate, clear, powerful and long-lasting. A breeder-specific indoor flowering time of seven to eight weeks is stated.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • sweet
  • skunky
  • citrusy

Effects

  • powerful
  • clear
  • body-focused

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

CBD up to 24 %

The values are intended for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parentage and family tree

Ice Kush is at the beginning. The documented parent lines follow below through the 3rd generation.

Editorial profile

Ice Kush in detail

Origin & classification

Ice Kush gets its name from the dense resin coverage that makes the flowers appear icy during ripening. The strain described by USSkunkX combines Northern Lights, Dutch Skunk and Afghan Kush. With 80 percent Indica and 20 percent Sativa, it is classified as distinctly indica-dominant. The source description accordingly refers to it as a classic Indica.

Aroma & taste

Several traditional directions come together in the aroma. Sweetness, pepper and smoke are mentioned; the structured data adds skunk and citrus. The description attributes the citrus and pepper impressions in particular to the Afghan Kush component. This breeder-specific interpretation is not a chemical analysis, but it conveys the intended character of the strain. The result is a powerful profile that combines sweet and fresh accents with smoky spice.

Terpene profile

The plants are described as having a Christmas-tree-like silhouette. For indoor cultivation, the source states approximately 60 to 80 centimeters; outdoors, depending on sunlight, around 150 to 200 centimeters. Ice Kush is said to require plenty of warmth and light and can be cultivated both outdoors and indoors. SCROG and SOG are named as suitable training methods. These notes come from the description of the USSkunkX version and cannot automatically be applied to other lines with the same name.

Effect tendency

The indoor flowering time is stated as seven to eight weeks. The source gives a yield of 400 to 450 grams per square meter indoors and usually 300 to 400 grams per plant outdoors; under particularly favorable conditions, up to 650 grams are cited. Such figures are breeder-specific reference values and depend heavily on phenotype, environment and cultivation practices. They should not be understood as guaranteed results.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

The profile describes the effects as an immediate, clear, very powerful and long-lasting mental and physical experience. These terms describe recurring source statements, not a reliable individual response. The data sheet lists 24 percent THC and less than one percent CBD. These values are also batch- and phenotype-dependent. Overall, Ice Kush is clearly characterized by its classic triple genetics, distinctive resin coverage, sweet-peppery-smoky aroma and short breeder-specific flowering time.

Similar strains & related profiles

These profiles may be of interest if you would like to compare strains based on similar parentage, name similarity or related genetic context.

Closely related cross

Bubba Kush

Related genetic context

Hash Ultimate

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about Ice Kush

What type of strain is Ice Kush?

We list Ice Kush as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Northern Lights × Dutch Skunk × Afghan Kush.

What genetics are behind Ice Kush?

The parentage of Ice Kush is Northern Lights × Dutch Skunk × Afghan Kush.

What does Ice Kush smell and taste like?

Aromatically, Ice Kush is primarily sweet, skunky and citrusy. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

What effect tendency does Ice Kush have?

We primarily describe Ice Kush as powerful, clear and body-focused. Effect impressions are subjective and are not a medical promise.

What is the CBD content of Ice Kush?

A CBD range of up to 24 % is stated for Ice Kush. This value may also vary with the respective batch.

What flowering time is stated for Ice Kush?

A flowering time of 7-8 weeks is stated for Ice Kush.