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MONOGRAPH NG-002 · NG PHARMACOPEIA

OG Kush

HYBRID

OG Kush is the backbone of West Coast cannabis culture. Its mysterious origin story — allegedly sprouted from a bag seed in Florida and brought to LA in the early '90s — only adds to its legend. Nearly every modern strain with 'OG' or 'Kush' in the name traces back here. The fuel-pine-lemon aroma is instantly recognizable. It defined what 'loud' weed smells like and set the standard for potency in the pre-concentrate era. This is the strain that built dispensaries.

THC
20-26%
CBD
0.1-0.3%
Onset
3-5 minutes (inhaled)
Demand
80/100
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Identification

SpecimenOG Kush
ClassificationHYBRID  55% Indica / 45% Sativa
Genetic lineageChemdawg × Hindu Kush × Lemon Thai
BreederUnknown (Florida origin, popularized in LA)
First documentedEarly 1990s
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Cannabinoid assay

THC
20-26%
CBD
0.1-0.3%
0%5101520253035%
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Terpene profile

Myrcene
0.36%
Herbal, sedating at high levels
Limonene
0.28%
Citrus — mood elevation, stress relief
Caryophyllene
0.22%
Spicy — anti-anxiety, pain relief
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Subjective effects

Onset3-5 minutes (inhaled)
Duration2-4 hours (inhaled)
Indicated windowEvening / Night. This is a wind-down strain. Great after a long day or before bed. Not ideal for productivity.

OG Kush hits fast and hard. Within minutes, a wave of euphoria washes over you — heavy, warm, and unmistakable. Your thoughts slow down in a good way. Stress dissolves. The body high is significant: muscles unclench, tension leaves your shoulders, and a pleasant heaviness settles in. At higher doses, the couch becomes your best friend. The munchies are real.

Heavy euphoriaStress meltingCouch-lock (high doses)HungerDeep relaxation
Dry mouthDry eyesDizzinessParanoia at high doses
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Therapeutic applications (reported)

StressAnxietyChronic painInsomniaAppetite lossPTSD
Reported applications from user-survey aggregates and observational data; not clinical indications. Data compiled from published lab ranges, breeder documentation, and user-report aggregates. Figures vary by batch, phenotype, and cultivation. Informational only — not medical advice. Verify with your dispensary and its certificate of analysis.
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Organoleptic properties

Flavor notesEarthy, Pine, Lemon, Fuel, Woody
Aroma profileFuel/diesel, Earthy pine, Citrus zest, Skunky undertone
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Administration routes

Flower (bong/pipe)The full OG experience. The fuel-pine-lemon flavor is iconic.
Pre-roll/jointClassic. Burns well, consistent experience.
Concentrate (dab)For experienced users. Amplifies the heavy euphoria significantly.
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Cultivation data

DifficultyModerate
Flowering8-9 weeks
HeightMedium (3-4 feet indoors)
Yield (indoor)400-500g/m²
Yield (outdoor)500-600g/plant
ClimateWarm, dry climate. Sensitive to humidity — watch for mold in late flower.
TechniquesSOG works well due to shorter stature. Defoliate heavily in flower for airflow.
NotesFinicky with nutrients — don't overfeed. Cal-mag issues common. Phenotype variation is high; expect different expressions from seed. Clone-only cuts maintain consistency.
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Market data

Price / eighth$30-55
Avg rating4.3 (15,200 reviews)
Dispensary reach~2,400 locations
Demand index
 80/100
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Cross-references

Registry · NormalizeGreen.com
Data compiled from published lab ranges, breeder documentation, and user-report aggregates. Figures vary by batch, phenotype, and cultivation. Informational only — not medical advice. Verify with your dispensary and its certificate of analysis.