About

• Phenotype: 100% Indica

Afghani is a sweet-smelling pure Indica, naturally found in the mountains of Afghanistan. It’s a pure breed strain that is prized for its sturdy genetics and potency. Breeders have been using heavy-bodied pure Indica Afghani to breed famous child strains, such as Blueberry and Northern Lights, both Cannabis Cup winners.

This vintage variety has been balanced and perfected over centuries by both natural selection and human cultivation. It bears CBD level up to 0.6% and THC content is high at 15 to 20%. Cured Afghani produces pale to medium green buds with a preponderance of orange hairs and a thick coating of trichomes.

Strain Origins

• Lineage: Afghani Landrace

Afghani, the supreme landrace strain, first evolved in the Mazar region of Afghanistan. The earliest cannabis flowers popped up in this region of the planet. These landrace strains usually acquire names of the area from where they were first discovered, like the Hindu Kush and Thai. This most sought after indica strain is famous for rapid flowering and so coveted by growers.

Strain Effects

• Relaxing | Euphoric | Happy | Uplifting

Afghani, the pure landrace strain, is popular for its strong sedative effects and can put anybody to sleep instantly. However, its regular use builds up a tolerance that may lead to some mental clarity and focus on the top of the physical relaxation.

The legendary Afghani strain allows users to enjoy a myriad of medicinal and recreational benefits. Its heavy dose may lead to dry eyes and dry mouth. Some versions of this higher-yielding cannabis strain carry a high THC level that may be too much for those sensitive to it. Some people use this top-notch strain as an appetite stimulator.

Aroma & Taste

• Earthy | Floral | Pungent | Sweet | Herbal

The superb cannabis strain, Afghani, continues to dominate the scene due to owing bulbous and chunky structure. The aroma delivers deep resinous notes of frankincense. Afghani has fragrant and sweet-smelling presence that makes you think of a field of flowers in the mountains.

Afghani is well-loved for its strong sweet pine taste. This marvellous landrace Indica strain has traces of herbal in its physical structure bearing an undeniable pungent taste.

Helps With

• Anxiety | Arthritis | Depression | Fatigue

Would you believe that just seconds after smoking, the deeply heavy Indica Afghani begins to kick in? It helps dissipate the body pain, and your mind stops holding any depression or anxiety.

The great Afghani breed is appreciated for its ability to mitigate insomnia and induce deep sleep. Moreover, it is favourite to many patients because of its ability to let them manage chronic stress and persistent feeling of anxiety most efficiently.

Growing

• Difficulty: Medium

Afghani, an ideal parent strain, is medium to grow plant owing to stable genetics. It grows up to 60 inches (1.5 meters), and flower buds appear in 7-9 weeks. If grown indoors, this pure strain produces blooms up to 450 grams (16oz) of flower per plant, whereas when the growers germinate it outside, it can produce 500 grams (21oz) of flower per plant. Afghani being a landrace cannabis strain, is best suited for growing in outdoor environments.

This top-level Indica strain expresses its full genetics in the outside natural environment, as history reveals most of its development outside, unlike several modern strains. The prime Afghani has approached the present day after surviving thousands of years outdoors. So, this strain is resistant to bacteria, moulds, diseases, fungi and can flourish well on a limited nutrient supply compared to other cannabis plants.

Flowering & Yield

• 9 Weeks | 500+ g/m²

Afghani, the pure breed, gives rise to heavily crystallized flowers that maximize its physical attraction and beauty. It takes anywhere from 45 to 55 days for flowering. This epic turnaround makes it a popular strain among botanists. The plant likes a sunny, Mediterranean climate and is able to adapt to any growing medium.

The outdoor environment is favourable for its fast growth and yields up to 21 ounces of tasty flowers per plant. The highest quality Afghani also yields heavy resin and is profoundly resistant to diseases and pests.