Temple Kush Indica Cannabis Strain

Temple Kush

Temple Kush

Indica

Also known as: Temple, Temple OG, Temple Kush OG

What is the Temple Kush strain?

Temple Kush is a indica cannabis strain with up to 26.0% THC, known for its relaxed effects and citrus and earthy flavor profile.

Temple Kush is a rare pure indica strain created through a genetic cross between Hindu Kush and a Nepalese Hashplant, though some sources indicate it may also include unknown parent strains. The strain's lineage traces back to traditional hashish routes and cultivar exchanges that brought Kush genetics from Central and South Asia to Europe and North America in the late 20th century, with breeders later incorporating OG Kush descendants and selecting for resin density and the gassy-earth aromatics that OG made famous. The 'Temple' moniker likely arose from both the resin-forward nature of the line and cultural mystique around temple ball hash. Temple Kush is an indica-leaning hybrid celebrated for its resin-rich flowers, earthy-spice bouquet, and calm, centering stone that nods to classic Kush sedatives, appearing in many North American menus as a boutique cut sometimes under varied labels reflecting clone-only lines and breeder interpretations. The strain produces minty green buds featuring bright orange hairs and golden crystal trichomes with a sticky resin coating. It's important to note that there is also a separate high-CBD strain called Temple from Aurora Cannabis, which is entirely different with low THC (0.4%) and high CBD (up to 25%).

What are the effects of Temple Kush?

What are the medical benefits of Temple Kush?

  • Users report relief from chronic pain
  • May help with stress and anxiety
  • Often used for insomnia
  • Users report relief from PTSD symptoms
  • May help with muscle tension

This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.

What are the side effects of Temple Kush?

How do you grow Temple Kush?

Temple Kush grows to 30-60 inches tall and can be cultivated both indoors and outdoors, yielding 1-2 oz per square foot. The flowering cycle takes 53-64 days, with harvest time coming approximately 62 days after germination. The plants are well-suited for indoor growing where height is not an issue, generally growing tall and bushy with fat, compact, long-stretching indica-enriched buds covered in a sticky coat of resin ideal for making scissor hash. It shows vigorous growth and is well-adapted to topping, producing medium-sized, hard and compact flowers that mature in about 8-9 weeks. This strain is considered intermediate difficulty for cultivation.

How should you use Temple Kush?

Temple Kush is a indica strain with 26.0% THC, which is considered high potency. As an indica, it is best suited for evening or nighttime 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 26.0% 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 Temple Kush?

What are Temple Kush's parent strains?

What strains were bred from Temple Kush?

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Temple Kush make you feel?

Temple Kush is a indica strain that primarily produces relaxed effects, followed by sleepy. Users report the dominant effect at 85% intensity. With 26.0% THC, this strain is considered potent and best suited for experienced users.

Is Temple Kush good for medical use?

Temple Kush has been reported by users for users report relief from chronic pain, may help with stress and anxiety, often used for insomnia, users report relief from ptsd symptoms, may help with muscle tension. As an indica strain, it may be particularly suited for evening or nighttime use.

This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.

Are there side effects with Temple Kush?

Some users have reported dry mouth, dry eyes, anxiety, dry mouth, dry eyes, possible anxiety in high doses, couch lock when using Temple Kush. Starting with a low dose and staying hydrated can help minimize these effects.

What does Temple Kush taste and smell like?

Temple Kush features a flavor profile of citrus, earthy, hash, herbal, pine, spicy. The dominant terpenes are Myrcene and Limonene, which contribute to its distinctive aroma.

What do users say about Temple Kush?

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What does the research say about Temple Kush?

Temple Kush is a indica cannabis strain containing up to 26.0% THC, with a terpene profile dominated by Myrcene and Limonene. Below are authoritative resources for understanding the compounds in this strain.

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