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indica-dominant strainNorthern Lights
Northern Lights is an indica-dominant strain with the lineage Afghani × Purest Indica × Afghanistan. Typical aromas include spicy-herbal and sweet notes. The effects are generally described as relaxing, mentally balancing and euphoric.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
Effects
- mentally balancing
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
These values are intended for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parent lineage and family tree
Northern Lights is at the beginning. The documented parent lines follow below through the 2nd generation.
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StrainNorthern Lights
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ParentsAfghani
- GrandparentsAfghanistan
- ParentsPurest Indica
- ParentsAfghanistan
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ParentsAfghani
Editorial profile
Northern Lights in detail
Origin & classification
Northern Lights is an indica-influenced strain from Afghani × Purest Indica × Afghanistan. Unknown or Legendary is named as the breeder for this strain. THC levels of up to 18 % place it in the solid mid-range. CBD, at up to 1 %, plays more of a supporting role.
Aroma & flavour
Northern Lights primarily presents spicy-herbal and sweet aromas. Myrcene, Caryophyllene and Limonene fit this impression well and give the profile additional depth. The combination of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.
Terpene profile
Northern Lights is generally described as relaxing, mentally balancing and euphoric in its effects. This is precisely what often makes the strain interesting: it does not lean in only one direction, but engages both mind and body.
Effect tendency
Northern Lights is therefore particularly appealing to anyone looking for precisely this combination of genetics, aroma and effects.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Northern Lights is therefore especially suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects together in as balanced a way as possible. Those who appreciate classic, direct strain profiles that are not overly polished may find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.
Further classification
Northern Lights is primarily associated with relaxing, mentally balancing and euphoric effects. Aromatically, it presents a sweet, fruity direction: spicy-herbal and sweet. Myrcene, Caryophyllene and Limonene support the strain’s aromatic direction. With a maximum of 18 % THC, Northern Lights has a clearly noticeable profile, but is not defined by potency alone. CBD is only present at a low level in Northern Lights, at up to 1 %. In Northern Lights, the aroma is not merely an addition but a central part of the strain’s identity. In Northern Lights, Limonene particularly complements the sweet, fruity side and gives it a fresher contour. When classifying Northern Lights, it is important that its active side does not stand alone, but is tempered by calmer effects. The genetic indicators suggest a rather classic, heavy and robust side in Northern Lights. With Northern Lights, potency is already relevant without dominating the entire strain profile on its own.
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Frequently asked questions about Northern Lights
What type of strain is Northern Lights?
We list Northern Lights as an indica-dominant strain with the parent lineage Afghani × Purest Indica × Afghanistan.
What genetics are behind Northern Lights?
The parent lineage of Northern Lights is Afghani × Purest Indica × Afghanistan.
What does Northern Lights smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Northern Lights is primarily characterised by spicy-herbal and sweet notes. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.
Which terpenes are associated with Northern Lights?
Northern Lights features Myrcene, Caryophyllene and Limonene. They complement the described aromatic profile.
What effects are associated with Northern Lights?
We primarily describe Northern Lights as relaxing, mentally balancing and euphoric. Effects are subjective impressions and do not constitute a medical promise.
How high is the THC content of Northern Lights?
Northern Lights is listed with a THC range of up to 18 %. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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