Purest Indica IBL
Also known as: Steve Murphy Afghan, The Steve Murphy Afghan IBL
Purest Indica IBL Strain Overview
Purest Indica IBL (Inbred Line) is a historically significant pure indica cannabis strain that represents one of the foundational genetics in modern cannabis breeding. This historic inbred line originated from 1983-era seed stock that came through Seattle Greg, who received the original seeds in 1979 from author Murphy Stevens. This variety served as the foundational parent for what would become the Northern Lights family—specifically, the early NL #1 through NL #5 lines. The strain represents original broadleaf Afghan genetics that were maintained as an IBL through selective inbreeding rather than hybridization.
The Purest Indica IBL was notably never sent to Holland or distributed widely, as Seattle Greg intentionally withheld these seeds from Nevil Schoenmakers and The Seed Bank to maintain control over the breeding direction of the Northern Lights project. This preservation effort has resulted in a direct descendant of those original Afghan broadleaf genetics—not a reconstruction, but a genuine continuation, with the original seed stock stored in a Seattle freezer since the early 1980s and recovered by Seattle Greg's family in 2019. The strain exhibits classic hash plant characteristics with compact structure, broadleaf dominance, dense branching, long draping leaflets, and a distinct Christmas-tree shape. Buds are large, sticky, and leafy, with strong preferences for low humidity conditions. Aromas lean toward burnt rubber, skunk, and acrid earth.
Purest Indica IBL Strain Effects
Purest Indica IBL Strain Positive Effects
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for stress and anxiety management
- May provide anti-inflammatory benefits
- Users report muscle relaxation effects
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Purest Indica IBL Strain Possible Negative Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Couch lock sensation
- Drowsiness
- Possible anxiety in high doses
Purest Indica IBL Strain Growing Information
Flowering time ranges from 7-10 weeks, making it a relatively fast-flowering indica variety. The strain grows as a broadleaf-dominant hash plant with slow vegetative growth. Plants prefer low humidity conditions and produce large, sticky, leafy buds. It grows slowly during vegetative stage but flowers quickly in 8-9 weeks maximum. Suitable for indoor, outdoor, and greenhouse cultivation, though specific yield information is limited. Available only as regular seeds (not feminized or autoflowering), offering both male and female plants for breeding purposes. Difficulty level appears moderate, requiring attention to humidity control during flowering.
Purest Indica IBL Strain Genetics
Purest Indica IBL Strain Parent Strains
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Purest Indica IBL make you feel?
Purest Indica IBL is known to produce the following effects:
- Relaxed: 85%
- Body High: 85%
- Sedated: 80%
- Couch Lock: 75%
- Euphoric: 60%
What are the positive effects of Purest Indica IBL?
Purest Indica IBL has these reported positive effects:
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for stress and anxiety management
- May provide anti-inflammatory benefits
- Users report muscle relaxation effects
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the negative effects of Purest Indica IBL?
Possible negative effects include:
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- Couch lock sensation
- Drowsiness
- Possible anxiety in high doses
What does Purest Indica IBL taste like?
Purest Indica IBL has the following flavor profile:
- Acrid
- Burnt Rubber
- Earthy
- Musky
- Skunk