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Cannabis Strain Review: Mendocino Skunk

Type of High: Head
Try it: after a stressful day
Optimum Time of Day: Day
Spectrum: 60% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Caryophyllene
Effect Percentage
Uplifted
50%
Ascendant
50%
Deeply Relaxing
50%
Thoughtful
50%
Side Effect Percentage
Dizzy
9%

Mendocino Skunk has an ASHI score of 4 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 5 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 60% Sativa.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Uplifted, Ascendant, Deeply Relaxing and Thoughtful effects of Mendocino Skunk produce a Head high for cannabis users. Day is the best time to experience this strain. Mendocino Skunk has been reported by users as being used for ADHD/ADD, Epilepsy, Hypertension, Multiple Sclerosis, and Cramps.

Common Usage
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The Flavor Story

Mendocino Skunk'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 Mendocino Skunk that includes: Apricot, Pear, Sage, Sweet and Sweet, ending with a blast of Apricot on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Can you smell that? Mendocino Skunk has an aroma profile of Sweet, Strawberry, Skunk and Fruity.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
18%
CBD
0.025 - 0.435%
CBN
0.06 - 0.25%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Mendocino Skunk presents Caryophyllene and Ocimene terpenes. The average THC level is 18%. 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 Medium 1000g/plant

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
7-8 weeks Medium 500-700g/m

The difficulty to grow Mendocino Skunk is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect medium height to be with a yield of 500-700g/m in about 7-8 weeks. Outdoors, Mendocino Skunk should harvest around End of September you can expect medium height and 1000g/plant yield.

Mendocino Skunk shares genetics with Mendocino and Skunk.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The bacon notes from Weed Bacon will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Caryophyllene, from Mendocino Skunk. The Caryophyllene terpenes will add complex herbal, woody notes, enriching the natural bacon flavors. Since we suggest you try Mendocino Skunkafter a stressful day, you might want to check out our recipe for Pink Grapefruit Sorbet. A Pink Grapefruit Sorbet is your best friend after a stressful day, ESPECIALLY when matched with this strain. As the tangy sorbet melts into your mouth, so will your sorrows and the thoughts of those who caused them.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain