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Indica

Northern Lights Strain

THC 16 - 21% | CBD 0 - 1%
Indica

About Northern Lights Strain

Overview

Northern Lights is one of the most famous cannabis strains in history, a nearly pure indica descended from Afghani and Thai landrace genetics, renowned for its fast flowering, resin production, and deeply relaxing effects. It typically tests between 16% and 21% THC.

Strain Helps With

Based on user reviews rather than clinical evidence, Northern Lights is commonly cited by users for easing stress and sleeplessness. This is not a substitute for professional medical advice.

Terpenes

Its sweet, earthy-pine flavor comes largely from myrcene and pinene.

Parents

Northern Lights descends from Afghani and Thai landrace genetics, and is itself a foundational parent strain behind Sensi Star, Shiva Skunk, and many other well-known hybrids.

Grow Informations

A famously easy, fast-flowering, and resilient plant, well suited to beginner growers. Indoor flowering time is approximately 7 weeks.

Northern Lights Strain Effects

Users often report deep, heavy body relaxation with a calming mental effect, well suited to evening use. The most commonly reported negative effects are dry mouth and dry eyes, with drowsiness likely.

  • Relaxed

  • Sleepy

  • Happy

  • Euphoric

Northern Lights Strain Flavors

Northern Lights has a sweet, earthy-pine flavor.

  • Earthy

  • Pine

  • Sweet

Frequently Asked Questions Northern Lights Strain

It typically tests between 16% and 21% THC.

Northern Lights is a nearly pure indica.

It descends from Afghani and Thai landrace genetics.

It's a foundational parent strain behind Sensi Star, Shiva Skunk, and many other well-known hybrids.

Yes — it's known as one of the easiest, most resilient strains for new growers.

Purchase limits vary by state — check your local regulations for current limits.

Last reviewed: August 2026

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