Black Label
Black Label
Also known as: Black Label Kush
Overview
Black Label is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain with multiple variations from different breeders. The most documented version is bred by Fancy Weed as a backcross of their Fornicator male into an Obama Kush mother, while another variation comes from Israel's Seach Medical Cannabis Group, crossing Organkid OG-Kush 2003 with an unknown Kush strain. The strain emerged during the early 2000s when the cannabis industry began shifting focus from pure potency to complete sensory experiences. Black Label is celebrated for its complex terpene profile and has gained recognition in cannabis competitions and underground circles as a benchmark for quality and innovation. The strain exhibits prominent indica genetics, typically registering 70-80% indica dominance, which produces a sedative body high while maintaining enough complexity to keep enthusiasts intrigued. Black Label buds are characteristically dense and resinous, often displaying dark, almost ebony coloration contrasting with bright orange pistils and a thick coating of crystalline trichomes that sparkle under magnification, indicating high cannabinoid and terpene concentrations.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia
- Often used for stress management
- Reported to ease anxiety symptoms
- May provide relief from muscle spasms
- Users report help with neuropathic pain
- May assist with eye pressure
- Reported to help with lack of appetite
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Black Label is considered moderately difficult to grow, requiring careful environmental control and attention to detail. Indoor cultivation is preferred with flowering times ranging from 8-9 weeks (56-63 days). Plants thrive in controlled environments with temperatures between 70-80°F and humidity levels of 40-50% during flowering. The strain responds well to a 12/12 light cycle during flowering and benefits from high-intensity LED lighting. Plants produce squat, bushy growth with large yields when properly cultivated. Pruning techniques like low-stress training (LST) and topping can improve yields by 15-20%. The strain requires good air circulation to prevent mold due to dense trichome production. Expected yields range from 400-500g/m² indoors. Plants may develop mild purple coloring when exposed to cooler temperatures late in flowering.