Kraken
Kraken
Also known as: Kracken, Kraken Bud
What is the Kraken strain?
Kraken is a hybrid cannabis strain with up to 27.0% THC, known for its relaxed effects and diesel and earthy flavor profile.
Kraken is an indica-dominant hybrid strain developed by Spanish breeder Buddha Seeds, named after the legendary sea monster for its powerful effects and impressive yields. The strain's exact parentage remains largely mysterious, though some sources suggest it may contain genetics from Jack Herer and The #1, with possible ruderalis influence. Buddha Seeds developed Kraken specifically to combine exceptional potency with extraordinary productivity, making it highly valued in the Spanish growing community. The strain has gained recognition for producing massive harvests while delivering overwhelmingly powerful effects that can be too intense for inexperienced users.
Kraken plants exhibit robust, heavily-branched structure with thick stalks and long side branches that support dense, resinous buds. The flowers are notably compact and chunky, covered in a thick blanket of golden trichomes with sparse orange pistils. The buds display spade-shaped formation with neon green coloration, sometimes showing purple hues. The strain is characterized by its rapid bud production and remarkable growing speed, typically finishing flowering in 8-11 weeks depending on the phenotype.
What are the effects of Kraken?
What are the medical benefits of Kraken?
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for stress and anxiety management
- Users report relief from muscle spasms
- May help with depression and mood disorders
- Often used for appetite stimulation
- Users report relief from inflammation
- May help with chronic headaches and migraines
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the side effects of Kraken?
- 💧 Dry Mouth
- 👁️ Dry Eyes
- 😰 Anxiety
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Possible couch lock in high doses
- May cause anxiety in sensitive users
- Potential dizziness
- Can be overwhelming for novice users
How do you grow Kraken?
Kraken is considered an intermediate-difficulty strain to cultivate, requiring significant space and heavy feeding. Plants develop sativa-like structure with tall growth, thick stalks, and extensive branching. Indoor flowering time ranges from 8-11 weeks (56-77 days), while outdoor harvest typically occurs in mid-to-late September or early October. The strain demands high nutrient intake and ample water, making it better suited for experienced growers. Plants can reach 0.9-1.3m indoors and 1-2m outdoors. Yields are exceptional, with indoor production of 450-700g/m² and outdoor yields of 500g+ per plant (up to 40+ ounces in ideal conditions). Plants may require staking due to heavy, dense bud production. Available primarily as feminized seeds, with some risk of hermaphroditism in late flowering stages.
How should you use Kraken?
Kraken is a hybrid strain with 27.0% 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 27.0% 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 Kraken?
What are Kraken's parent strains?
What strains were bred from Kraken?
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Kraken make you feel?
Kraken is a hybrid strain that primarily produces relaxed effects, followed by euphoric. Users report the dominant effect at 85% intensity. With 27.0% THC, this strain is considered potent and best suited for experienced users.
Is Kraken good for medical use?
Kraken 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 relief from muscle spasms, may help with depression and mood disorders, often used for appetite stimulation, users report relief from inflammation, may help with chronic headaches and migraines. 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 Kraken?
Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, anxiety, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible couch lock in high doses, may cause anxiety in sensitive users, potential dizziness, can be overwhelming for novice users when using Kraken. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.
What does Kraken taste and smell like?
Kraken features a flavor profile of diesel, earthy, floral, mint, nutty, pine, sweet, vanilla. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene and Caryophyllene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.
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What does the research say about Kraken?
Kraken is a hybrid cannabis strain containing up to 27.0% 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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