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Cannabis Strain Review: Skullcap

Type of High: Head
Try it: before cleaning or working out
Optimum Time of Day: Day
Spectrum: 98% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Limonene
Effect Percentage
Uplifted
98%
Happy
96%
Energetic
95%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Eyes
8%
Dry Mouth
5%
Heachache
5%
The Scaries
2%
DIzzy
2%

Skullcap has an ASHI score of 1 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 4 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 98% Sativa.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Uplifted, Happy and Energetic effects of Skullcap produce a Head high for cannabis users. Day is the best time to experience this strain. Skullcap has been reported by users as being used for Stress, Nausea, Depression, Chronic Pain and Loss Of Appetite.

Common Usage
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Chronic Pain common usage

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

Skullcap's primary terpenes are Limonene 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 Skullcap that includes: Earthy, Sour, Spicy and Sweet, ending with a blast of Earthy on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Yummstown! Skullcap has an aroma profile of Earthy, Sour, Spicy 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
18 - 20%
CBD
1%
CBN
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Skullcap presents Limonene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 18 - 20%. You can expect CBD levels of 1%. CBG in this strain should be about 2%.

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 Average Moderate

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
8-10 weeks Average Moderate

The difficulty to grow Skullcap is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect average height to be with a yield of moderate in about 8-10 weeks. Outdoors, Skullcap should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The Lavender and Rose notes from Cannabis-infused Tea With Rose And Lavender will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Limonene, from Skullcap. The abundant Linalool terpenes will add complementary lavender notes to your infused tea. Since we suggest you try Skullcapbefore cleaning or working out, you might want to check out our recipe for Weed Smoothie. When you're looking to get the job done you need the right fuel. This smoothie combined with with this strain will give you optimum results. You'll be done before you know it and enjoy every detail of the experience.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain