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Strain Library · Indica · Pure Indica landrace (Hindu Kush mountains)
Hindu Kush
One of the original indica landraces and the ancestor of most modern kush lines. Hindu Kush (named for the mountain range that spans the Pakistan–Afghanistan border) remains a template for earthy, sandalwood-leaning indicas that don’t chase novelty flavor.
Reliable evening smoke with a hundred-year pedigree.
- Tasting notes
- earthy, pine, sweet, sandalwood
- Terpenes
- myrcene, pinene, limonene
We describe cultivars by smell and taste only. Ask the shop what a first serving looks like, and start small.
Frequently asked
Is Hindu Kush a sativa, indica, or hybrid?
Hindu Kush is classified as a indica strain. Its genetic lineage is Pure Indica landrace (Hindu Kush mountains).
What does Hindu Kush taste like?
Hindu Kush's flavor profile is characterized by earthy, pine, sweet, and sandalwood notes.
What THC range does Hindu Kush test at?
Hindu Kush typically tests at 14–20% THC. The exact figure is on the label of each batch; ask the shop what a first serving looks like and start small.
Where to ask
Licensed New York dispensaries
Licensed shops to call or visit about Hindu Kush and other indica strains. Verify license status via the OCM QR code at cannabis.ny.gov.
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