Platinum Kush
Platinum Kush
Also known as: Platinum Kush OG, Platinum OG
Overview
Platinum Kush is a premium indica-dominant strain renowned for its potent effects, crystal resin-coated buds, and relaxing properties. This first-rate indica cannabis strain is a result of crossbreeding Platinum OG Kush and an Afghani strain, creating an excellent cultivar with a reputation for full-body effects and medicinal benefits. Platinum Kush is an indica-dominant hybrid (90% Indica / 10% Sativa) that was developed by Apothecary Genetics in the early 1990s. Since then, Platinum Kush has become increasingly popular, as demonstrated by its Best Hydro Strain win in the 1994 High Times Cup.
Characterized by its dense, rock-like appearance, platinum-silver hue, and vibrant orange pistils, Platinum Kush is a highly sought-after cannabis strain for users seeking body relaxation and relief from chronic pain. This strain takes on a platinum-silver shade due to its thick coat of crystal resin. With purple hues and bright orange hairs, its buds grow dense with a sweet fruity and hashy aroma. The captivating aroma profile blends sweet, earthy, and hashy notes with a subtle peppery undertone, offering an alluring aroma that distinguishes it from other marijuana strains. The strain gets its distinctive name from its platinum-silver shade, which is due to the thick coating of trichomes covering its buds.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia
- Often used for stress management
- Users report appetite stimulation
- May help with anxiety
- Users report relief from muscle spasms
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Platinum Kush is an indica variety of cannabis that is relatively easy to grow and can be successfully grown indoors and outdoors. Autoflower versions of this popular strain/cultivar also exist, making Platinum Kush Auto an ideal choice for those seeking more discreet growth. It's also resistant to environmental threats, including fungi, mold, bacteria, and insects. Platinum Kush grown indoors can take an average of about 8 to 9 weeks to flower and be ready for a fruitful harvest. This plant is a high yielding variety, yielding an average of up to 18 ounces of fresh bud per square meter planted. However, a yield of about 14 ounces (or 400 grams) per square meter is expected when grown outdoors, and this is slightly less than other cannabis strains. The optimal temperature for growing Platinum Kush is between 65 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit (18 to 26 degrees Celsius). Since no commercial growers appear to have fostered Platinum Kush for large-scale seed production, prospective home growers should obtain clippings of the strain in order to grow identical "clones." Additionally, this buds indica background suggests both short, squat plants and a relatively brief flowering time.