Aurora Borealis

Cannabis Strain Review: Aurora Borealis

a.k.a. Ab, A-b, Aurora B, Aurora
Type of High: Head
Try it: at night
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 74% Indica
Dominant Terpene: Myrcene
Effect Percentage
Deeply Relaxing
89%
Happy
56%
Sleepy
42%
Loquacious
21%
Uplifted
19%
Side Effect Percentage
Sleepy
74%
Dry Mouth
41%
Dry Eyes
9%

Aurora Borealis has an ASHI score of 5 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 19 out of 50. The ASHI score, or Ascendancy Strains Heat Index, speaks to how popular it is at this moment in time. Think of it as measuring the flash in the pan strains that are hot right now for consumers. Social media discussions, consumer ratings and reviews are all data points that feed into this score.

BPS, or Brand Power Score, is more institution facing and looks more at data points which reflect how much respect and power this strain has to the industry. Strains that have articles written about them, sold as seeds, award history and inclusion in a strain directory are all examples of data points which feed into a BPS rating. The genetic blend of this strain is 74% Indica.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Deeply Relaxing, Happy, Sleepy, Loquacious and Uplifted effects of Aurora Borealis produce a Head high for cannabis users. Night is the best time to experience this strain. Aurora Borealis has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Loss Of Appetite, Insomnia, Pain and Stress.

Common Usage
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The Flavor Story

Aurora Borealis's primary terpenes are Myrcene, Humulene and Caryophyllene. Terpenes affect flavor but also provide their own set of medical and experiential effects. When smoked, vaporized or incorporated into an edible, you'll get hit with the flavor profile from Aurora Borealis that includes: Earthy and Sour, ending with a blast of Earthy on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Oooh, that smell! Can't you smell that smell? Aurora Borealis has an aroma profile of Herbal, Earthy and Sweet.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
15 - 22%
CBD
0.25 - 1.06%
CBN
0.05 - 0.21%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Aurora Borealis presents Myrcene, Humulene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 15 - 22%. CBG in this strain should be about 1%.

the grow - a section describing the growth information for this strain of cannabis
Best Results Preferred Climate Grow Difficulty
Indoors and outdoors warm climate Average

Outdoor Grow Info

Harvest Time Height Yield
End of September 180-220cm 500-600g/plant

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
7-8 weeks 100-120cm 500-550g/m

The difficulty to grow Aurora Borealis is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect 100-120cm height to be with a yield of 500-550g/m in about 7-8 weeks. Outdoors, Aurora Borealis should harvest around End of September you can expect 180-220cm height and 500-600g/plant yield.

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Aurora Borealis cannabis strain is a cross between Northern Lights and Skunk#1 cannabis strains.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The smokey notes from Mary Jane's BBQ Sauce will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Myrcene, from Aurora Borealis. Myrcene terpenes will add some extra zing to the bbq sauce, adding a bit of tangy mango sweetness to the mix. Since we suggest you try Aurora Borealisat night, you might want to check out our recipe for Chocolate Cannacake. Chocolate Cannacake with this strain is the perfect dessert treat with which to end your night.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain

Mary Janes BBQ Sauce recipe