Super Skunk 44
Also known as: Super Skunk #44, SS44
Super Skunk 44 Strain Overview
Super Skunk 44 is a stabilized phenotype of the classic Super Skunk strain, developed through selective breeding to emphasize its most desirable traits. The strain traces its origins to the 1990s when Sensi Seeds first created Super Skunk by crossing Skunk #1 with an Afghani indica landrace. Super Skunk 44 represents a specific, consistent phenotype that has been isolated and propagated for its reliable characteristics and potent effects. This version is particularly noted for its uniformity and stability, making it a favorite among both growers and consumers seeking predictable results.
The plant exhibits classic indica morphology with dense, compact buds that are heavily coated in trichomes, giving them a frosty appearance. The flowers typically display deep green hues with occasional purple undertones and vibrant orange pistils. Super Skunk 44 is renowned for its pungent aroma that combines skunky, earthy notes with sweet undertones, a signature characteristic that has made it instantly recognizable to cannabis connoisseurs for decades. The strain's name reflects both its genetic heritage and the specific phenotype number that identifies this particular expression of the Super Skunk lineage.
Super Skunk 44 gained popularity during the 1990s and early 2000s as a reliable, high-yielding strain with consistent effects. It has maintained a dedicated following despite the proliferation of newer hybrids, particularly among those who appreciate classic cannabis genetics. The strain is considered a foundational variety that has influenced numerous subsequent hybrids, contributing its robust growth characteristics and distinctive flavor profile to the broader cannabis gene pool. Its stability and predictability have made it a valuable breeding tool and a benchmark for quality in indica-dominant varieties.
Super Skunk 44 Strain Effects
Super Skunk 44 Strain Positive Effects
- Users report relief from stress and anxiety
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for pain management
- Some users find it helps with appetite stimulation
- May provide relief from muscle tension
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Super Skunk 44 Strain Possible Negative Effects
Super Skunk 44 Strain Growing Information
Super Skunk 44 is considered a moderately easy strain to cultivate, making it suitable for growers with some experience. The plant has a flowering time of approximately 7-9 weeks indoors and is typically ready for outdoor harvest in late September to early October in the Northern Hemisphere. It produces high yields of dense, resinous buds, with indoor growers reporting 400-500 grams per square meter and outdoor plants yielding 500-600 grams per plant under optimal conditions.
The plant prefers a warm, Mediterranean-like climate when grown outdoors and adapts well to both soil and hydroponic systems indoors. It tends to stay relatively compact, reaching heights of 90-120 cm indoors and 150-180 cm outdoors, making it manageable for indoor cultivation with limited vertical space. Super Skunk 44 responds well to training techniques like topping and low-stress training (LST) to maximize yields. The strain is relatively resistant to common pests and molds but benefits from good air circulation and humidity control during the flowering stage to prevent bud rot. Its stable genetics ensure consistent performance across multiple generations.
Super Skunk 44 Strain Genetics
Super Skunk 44 Strain Parent Strains
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Super Skunk 44 make you feel?
Super Skunk 44 is known to produce the following effects:
- Relaxed: 85%
- Euphoric: 75%
- Happy: 70%
- Sleepy: 65%
- Hungry: 60%
What are the positive effects of Super Skunk 44?
Super Skunk 44 has these reported positive effects:
- Users report relief from stress and anxiety
- May help with insomnia and sleep disorders
- Often used for pain management
- Some users find it helps with appetite stimulation
- May provide relief from muscle tension
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the negative effects of Super Skunk 44?
Possible negative effects include:
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth (common)
- Dry eyes (common)
- Possible dizziness or lightheadedness
- May cause anxiety or paranoia in sensitive individuals or at high doses
- Can induce sleepiness that may impair daytime functioning
What does Super Skunk 44 taste like?
Super Skunk 44 has the following flavor profile:
- Citrus
- Earthy
- Pine
- Skunky
- Sweet