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indica-dominant strainShining Silver Haze
Shining Silver Haze is an indica-dominant strain with the Lemon Skunk × Amnesia Haze lineage. Typical aromas include skunky notes. The flowering time is currently listed as 9-10 weeks.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- skunky
Genetics
Parentage and family tree
Shining Silver Haze appears at the top. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.
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StrainShining Silver Haze
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ParentsLemon Skunk
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GrandparentsSuper Silver Haze
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3rd generationNorthern Lights
- 4th generationAfghani
- 4th generationPurest Indica
- 4th generationAfghanistan
- 3rd generationHaze
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3rd generationNorthern Lights
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GrandparentsSuper Silver Haze
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ParentsAmnesia Haze
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GrandparentsAfghani
- 3rd generationAfghanistan
- GrandparentsHawaiian
- GrandparentsHaze
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GrandparentsJamaican
- 3rd generationJamaican Landrace
- 3rd generationJamaica
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GrandparentsAfghani
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ParentsLemon Skunk
Editorial profile
Shining Silver Haze in detail
Origin & classification
Shining Silver Haze is an indica-dominant strain from Lemon Skunk × Amnesia Haze. Royal Queen Seeds is named as the breeder of this strain.
Aroma & flavour
Shining Silver Haze is primarily skunky in aroma. Its profile therefore leans more towards a classic direction than a modern dessert or candy profile.
Terpene profile
The flowering time is given as around 67 days. Shining Silver Haze therefore comes across as more classic and direct than sweet and playful. It is also notable that the strain is repeatedly described in the sources as offering good yields and strong practical appeal.
Effect tendency
Shining Silver Haze remains interesting above all because of its genetics and clear core character. Those who appreciate classic, direct strain profiles that are not overly polished will likely find more to appreciate in this direction than in purely trend-driven strains.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
This is precisely why the strain often feels distinctive rather than generic, with a clear and coherent identity. For many, it is this combination of profile and practical appeal that provides the strain’s true appeal.
Further classification
The flowering time is recorded as approximately 67 days. In terms of cultivation, Shining Silver Haze comes across as more accessible than particularly demanding. This makes Shining Silver Haze feel less like a purely exotic profile and more like a strain with clear practical appeal. Aromatically, it sits within the skunky range. At its core is a cross of Lemon Skunk x Amnesia Haze. As a result, Shining Silver Haze remains aromatically closer to classic strain profiles than to modern candy or dessert lines. Skunk-forward lines give Shining Silver Haze a more direct, spicier and more old-school character. The attribution to Royal Queen Seeds helps place the strain in context not only through its name but also through its breeding background. This makes Shining Silver Haze feel more classically shaped than trend-driven. Across the strain spectrum, it sits closer to the relaxed, fuller side than to a purely bright daytime profile. Overall, Shining Silver Haze comes across as clear and easy to understand without being defined by a single value alone.
Further classification
With Shining Silver Haze in particular, it is helpful that its fundamental direction can still be readily inferred from its parentage. For fans of classic, spicy strains with a less polished character, this is often the decisive point. Together with its breeder attribution to Royal Queen Seeds, this creates a profile that can be understood well without relying on marketing language.
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Frequently asked questions about Shining Silver Haze
What type of strain is Shining Silver Haze?
We list Shining Silver Haze as an indica-dominant strain with the Lemon Skunk × Amnesia Haze parentage.
What genetics are behind Shining Silver Haze?
The parentage of Shining Silver Haze is Lemon Skunk × Amnesia Haze.
What does Shining Silver Haze smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Shining Silver Haze is primarily skunky. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the intensity may vary.
What flowering time is given for Shining Silver Haze?
A flowering time of 9-10 weeks is given for Shining Silver Haze.
Which breeder is named for Shining Silver Haze?
Royal Queen Seeds is named as the breeder of Shining Silver Haze.
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