Skunk Ape

Cannabis Strain Review: Skunk Ape

Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: after a stressful day
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 83% Indica
Dominant Terpene: Myrcene
Effect Percentage
Deeply Relaxing
92%
Happy
57%
Euphoric
57%
Tingly
42%
Uplifted
28%
Side Effect Percentage
Dry Mouth
28%
Anxiety
21%
Dry Eyes
14%

Skunk Ape has an ASHI score of 1 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 6 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 83% Indica.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Deeply Relaxing, Happy, Euphoric, Tingly and Uplifted effects of Skunk Ape produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Night is the best time to experience this strain. Skunk Ape has been reported by users as being used for Nausea, Inflammation, Arthritis Pain, Depression, and Cramps.

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

Skunk Ape's primary terpenes are Myrcene, Ocimene 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 Skunk Ape that includes: Earthy, Fruity, Herbal, Skunky and Spicy, ending with a blast of Earthy on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Can you smell that? Skunk Ape has an aroma profile of Earthy, Fruity, Herbal, 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
18 - 23%
CBD
0.93 - 1.14%
CBN
0.1 - 0.28%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

Skunk Ape presents Myrcene, Ocimene and Caryophyllene terpenes. The average THC level is 18 - 23%. 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
October Average Moderate

Indoor Grow Info

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

The difficulty to grow Skunk Ape 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, Skunk Ape should harvest around October you can expect average height and moderate yield.

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the recipes

What's Cooking?

The smokey notes from Mary Jane's BBQ Sauce will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Myrcene, from Skunk Ape. 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 Skunk Apeafter 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

Mary Janes BBQ Sauce recipe