Big Bang
Big Bang
Also known as: Big Bang Auto
What is the Big Bang strain?
Big Bang is a hybrid cannabis strain with up to 26.0% THC, known for its calm effects and citrus and earthy flavor profile.
Big Bang is an indica-dominant hybrid created from the cross of Skunk, Northern Light, and El Niño strains. This strain is well-known for its medicinal properties and is sold in Dutch pharmacies as prescription medicine. Originally bred by Green House Seeds, Big Bang won 3rd place at the High Times Cannabis Cup 2001 in the Cannabis Cup/Best Cannabis category. The plant exhibits a short, bushy, and branchy structure with an appearance resembling Afghani strains from the Hindu Kush mountains. Buds are characterized as light green and heavily crystallized with orange-brown hairs, being dense, large, and covered with trichomes. THC levels typically range from 13-26%, with some reports indicating potency reaching up to 19.8%. Laboratory analysis shows THC at 13.13%, CBD at 1.5%, and CBG at 1.43%. The strain is not very common in the United States but is most abundant on the Canadian cannabis market.
What are the effects of Big Bang?
What are the medical benefits of Big Bang?
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for stress and anxiety management
- Users report appetite stimulation
- May help with nausea and vomiting
- Often used for muscle spasms and inflammation
- Users report relief from epilepsy symptoms
- May help with glaucoma
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of Big Bang?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- Grogginess
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible grogginess
- Potential couch lock
- May cause drowsiness
How do you grow Big Bang?
Beginning cultivators may struggle with this strain as it is trickier to grow than most and requires a fair amount of attention. Flowering time is 8-9 weeks indoors, with 9 weeks guaranteeing the full range of cannabinoids, though commercially ready in 8 weeks. Flowering takes around 60-70 days. Yields are impressive with up to 800 g/m² indoors and up to 1000 g/plant outdoors. Very suitable for SOG and ScrOG systems. Outdoor harvesting occurs at the beginning of October in the Northern hemisphere and April in the Southern hemisphere, typically ready by the end of September with plants reaching 160-180 cm in height under normal growing conditions. This strain grows naturally wider than tall as a very short, branchy, bushy plant. The strain grows well both indoors and outdoors but is easier indoors where climate can be controlled, requiring nutrient-rich soil and high-quality lighting.
How should you use Big Bang?
Big Bang is a hybrid strain with 26.0% THC, which is considered high potency. As a hybrid, it offers versatility for both daytime and evening use.
Beginners
Start with 1-2 small inhalations or 2.5-5mg if using edibles. Wait 15 minutes before taking more. This strain is potent — start very low.
Regular Users
A standard session of 3-5 inhalations or 5-15mg edible dose. Effects typically onset within 5-15 minutes when inhaled, 30-90 minutes for edibles.
Experienced Users
Adjust to personal tolerance. At 26.0% THC, even experienced users should respect this strain's potency.
Start low and go slow. This is not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis.
What is the genetic lineage of Big Bang?
What strains were bred from Big Bang?
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Big Bang make you feel?
Big Bang is a hybrid strain that primarily produces calm effects, followed by relaxed. Users report the dominant effect at 90% intensity. With 26.0% THC, this strain is considered potent and best suited for experienced users.
Is Big Bang good for medical use?
Big Bang has been reported by users for users report relief from chronic pain, may help with insomnia and sleep disorders, often used for stress and anxiety management, users report appetite stimulation, may help with nausea and vomiting, often used for muscle spasms and inflammation, users report relief from epilepsy symptoms, may help with glaucoma. As a hybrid, it offers a balanced profile that may work throughout the day.
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Are there side effects with Big Bang?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, grogginess, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible grogginess, potential couch lock, may cause drowsiness when using Big Bang. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does Big Bang taste and smell like?
Big Bang features a flavor profile of citrus, earthy, floral, pine, spicy, sweet. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene and Caryophyllene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about Big Bang?
Big Bang is a hybrid cannabis strain containing up to 26.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene and Caryophyllene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.
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