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Cannabis Strain Review: Cataract Kush

Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: at night
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 76% Indica
Dominant Terpene: Caryophyllene
Effect Percentage
Deeply Relaxing
73%
Happy
57%
Sleepy
43%
Euphoric
38%
Uplifted
33%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Mouth
46%
Dry Mouth
41%
Dry Eyes
40%
Dizzy
4%
The Scaries
2%

Cataract Kush has an ASHI score of 10 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 18 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 76% Indica.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Deeply Relaxing, Happy, Sleepy, Euphoric and Uplifted effects of Cataract Kush produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Night is the best time to experience this strain. Cataract Kush has been reported by users as being used for Depression, Insomnia, Migraines, Pain, and Nausea.

Common Usage
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Information found on this site is not meant to be used as or in place of medical advice. Seek advice from a medical professional to address your personal needs.

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The Flavor Story

Cataract Kush's primary terpenes are Caryophyllene and Ocimene. 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 Cataract Kush that includes: Earthy, Hash, Musky and Skunky, ending with a blast of Earthy on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Can you smell that? Cataract Kush has an aroma profile of Sweet, Kushy, Fruity, Skunky and Spicy.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
20 - 25%
CBD
0.4 - 1.39%
CBN
0.07 - 0.18%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Cataract Kush presents Caryophyllene and Ocimene terpenes. The average THC level is 20 - 25%.

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
October Medium Medium

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
8-9 weeks Medium 350-500g/m

The difficulty to grow Cataract Kush is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect medium height to be with a yield of 350-500g/m in about 8-9 weeks. Outdoors, Cataract Kush should harvest around October you can expect medium height and medium yield.

Cataract Kush shares genetics with L.A. Confidential and OG Kush.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The bacon notes from Weed Bacon will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Caryophyllene, from Cataract Kush. The Caryophyllene terpenes will add complex herbal, woody notes, enriching the natural bacon flavors. Since we suggest you try Cataract Kushat 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