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King Kong

King Kong is an indica-dominant strain with the lineage Ed Rosenthal Super Bud × Chronic. Typical aromas include earthy, skunky and sour notes. The effects are generally described as body-focused.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • earthy
  • skunky
  • sour

Effects

  • body-focused

Cannabinoid profile

Documented ranges

THC 18–22 %

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

Genetics

Parent lineage and family tree

King Kong is at the top. Below it are the documented parent lines through the 2nd generation.

Editorial profile

King Kong in detail

Origin & classification

King Kong is an indica-dominant strain from Ed Rosenthal Super Bud × Chronic. With 18–22 % THC, King Kong clearly falls into the stronger range.

Aroma & flavour

King Kong’s aroma is primarily earthy, skunky and sour. The profile therefore leans more towards a classic direction than a modern dessert or candy scheme.

Terpene profile

King Kong’s effects are generally described as physical. Overall, the strain therefore leans towards a calmer, more body-focused direction.

Effect tendency

King Kong is therefore particularly interesting for anyone looking for exactly this combination of genetics, aroma and effects.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

King Kong is more suited to people who place greater emphasis on calmness, depth and physicality in a strain. Those who like classic, direct and less polished strain profiles may find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.

Further classification

That is precisely why the strain often feels distinctive rather than arbitrary, with a profile that is clearly recognisable and coherent in itself. Its ancestry also helps to understand the profile more quickly without making it feel schematic.

Further classification

With Ed Rosenthal Super Bud x Chronic, King Kong develops a clearly comprehensible genetic direction. In terms of effects, the calmer side dominates, with a body-focused character. Aromatically, it moves between earthy, skunky and sour notes. With 18–22 %, King Kong reaches a clear, strong potency level. As a result, King Kong remains aromatically closer to classic strain profiles than to modern candy or dessert lines. When comparing it with other strains, this effect profile is often more informative for King Kong than a single THC value. The parent strains are therefore not merely an indication of origin; they also help to compare King Kong more accurately with similar strains. King Kong’s strong potency profile complements its other characteristics but does not replace them. Within the strain spectrum, it is closer to the relaxed, fuller side than to a purely bright daytime profile. It is therefore not a strain of maximum restraint, but rather a distinct modern profile.

Further classification

With King Kong in particular, it is helpful that its fundamental direction can still be readily derived from the parent lineage. For fans of classic, spicy and less polished-looking strains, this is often precisely the decisive point. Overall, what remains most noticeable is the calmer, more body-focused character—not a loud or nervous impression.

Similar strains & related profiles

These profiles may be interesting if you would like to compare strains based on a similar parent lineage, name similarity or related genetic context.

Related parent lineage

Kong 47

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about King Kong

What type of strain is King Kong?

We list King Kong as an indica-dominant strain with the parent lineage Ed Rosenthal Super Bud × Chronic.

What genetics are behind King Kong?

King Kong’s parent lineage is Ed Rosenthal Super Bud × Chronic.

What does King Kong smell and taste like?

Aromatically, King Kong is primarily earthy, skunky and sour. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.

What is King Kong’s effect tendency?

We primarily describe King Kong as body-focused. Effects are subjective impressions and not a medical promise.

How high is King Kong’s THC content?

King Kong is listed with a THC range of 18–22 %. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.