Kiwano Kush
Also known as: Kiwano
Kiwano Kush Strain Overview
Kiwano Kush is an indica-leaning hybrid strain created by Enlightened Genetics through breeding the Numbskull hybrid with the renowned Banana Split strain. The result is the impressive Kiwano Kush, which carries noticeable OG Kush undertones. Named after the exotic horned melon (Cucumis metuliferus), this boutique, fruit-forward cannabis cultivar takes its name from the spiky tropical fruit, which cues consumers to expect tropical melon aromatics and an eye-catching, spiky aesthetic in the flower's calyx structure.
The finished flower will be greasy to the touch with unbelievable oils and terpenes that taste of bananas and fresh cut limes with heavy OG Kush notes on the exhale. The nickname cues consumers to expect tropical melon aromatics and an eye-catching, spiky aesthetic in the flower's calyx structure. In dispensary menus and grower forums, it's typically listed simply as "Kiwano," though some entries add "Strain" for clarity. Extracts will be incredibly high in terpenes with percentages easily hitting double digits.
Kiwano Kush Strain Effects
Kiwano Kush Strain Positive Effects
- Users report relief from stress, depression, PTSD, mood or bipolar disorders, and anxiety
- May help with muscle cramps, fatigue, migraines, and inflammation
- Often used for stress reduction and mood support, with patients reporting potential relief from situational anxiety, low motivation, mild depressive symptoms, and tension headaches
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Kiwano Kush Strain Possible Negative Effects
Kiwano Kush Strain Growing Information
Kiwano Kush can be cultivated indoors, outdoors and greenhouse with plants needing a flowering time of approximately 66 days. From a grower's standpoint, Kiwano behaves like a vigorous hybrid with medium internodal spacing, modest stretch at flip (1.5–2.0x), and dense colas that benefit from airflow and strategic defoliation. Phenohunters report a preference for plants that carry a sweeter nose in late flower rather than a fuel-dominant finish, correlating with larger limonene/ocimene proportions over beta-caryophyllene dominance. Growers who dry at approximately 60°F/60% RH for 10–14 days consistently report superior terpene expression compared to faster, warmer dries.
Kiwano Kush Strain Genetics
Kiwano Kush Strain Parent Strains
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kiwano Kush make you feel?
Kiwano Kush is known to produce the following effects:
- Relaxed: 80%
- Cerebral: 75%
- Euphoric: 70%
- Creative: 60%
What are the positive effects of Kiwano Kush?
Kiwano Kush has these reported positive effects:
- Users report relief from stress, depression, PTSD, mood or bipolar disorders, and anxiety
- May help with muscle cramps, fatigue, migraines, and inflammation
- Often used for stress reduction and mood support, with patients reporting potential relief from situational anxiety, low motivation, mild depressive symptoms, and tension headaches
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the negative effects of Kiwano Kush?
Possible negative effects include:
- Hazy
- Dry Mouth
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible hazy feeling
- Facial vibrations
What does Kiwano Kush taste like?
Kiwano Kush has the following flavor profile:
- Banana
- Citrus
- Kush
- Lime
- Melon
- Sweet