- Kronos is a hybrid Hybrid strain originating from USA (Oregon), dating back to 2021.
- Lab tests place its THC content at approximately 20-26%.
- Its lineage runs through Night Owl proprietary hybrid, making it a key reference point for breeders.
- 2 documented strains descend from Kronos, including modern market favourites.
- Dominant terpenes: Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene — driving its signature aroma and effects.
About Kronos
Kronos is a hybrid strain bred by Night Owl Seeds in Oregon, created from a carefully selected combination of genetics that produce an eclectic aromatic profile. The strain's aroma is famously complex — a layered combination of fuel, tropical flowers, ripe fruit, and earthy undertones that reveals new dimensions with each whiff. The flavor follows with tropical sweetness, floral notes, and a fuel-like backbone that ties everything together. Effects are well-balanced: an initial cerebral rush that gives way to a comfortable, sustained body relaxation. Kronos has become one of Night Owl's flagship strains and a standout of the Oregon breeding scene, appreciated for its unique terpene complexity and reliable, smooth high.
Flavor Profile
The Story & Lineage Origin
Kronos was bred by Night Owl Seeds, a respected Oregon-based breeding operation known for their pheno-hunting approach and focus on terpene complexity. The strain was released in 2021 and quickly gained attention in the craft cannabis community for its genuinely unique aromatic profile and smooth, balanced effects.
Kronos represents the Pacific Northwest's contribution to the modern exotic era — a strain that holds its own against the California and Colorado elite while offering something distinctly different.
Genetic Background
Complex — combining multiple elite selections from Night Owl's breeding program
Phenotypes & Cultivars
Kronos is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
Kronos is dominated by Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene, along with 2 other minor terpenes. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Genetic Families
Kronos is part of the following genetic families:
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from Kronos:
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the THC percentage of Kronos?
Kronos typically tests at 20-26% THC content in lab results, though actual potency varies by phenotype, growing conditions, and harvest. The balanced hybrid effects make it versatile for different tolerance levels.
Kronos strain review — what to expect
Kronos is known for Balanced, cerebral, relaxed, happy, creative, sustained, smooth. A complex hybrid from Night Owl Seeds with an eclectic aromatic profile — gas, floral, and tropical notes combining in one of Oregon's most celebrated modern strains. The aroma profile features fuel, tropical flowers, ripe fruit, earth, pine, citrus, complex layers. Dominant terpenes: Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene.
What are the phenotypes of Kronos?
Kronos expresses several phenotypes and cuts, including Kronos, Night Owl Kronos. The dominant phenotypes often show subtle differences in structure, flowering time, color expression, and terpene balance while sharing the same core genetics.
What is Kronos crossed from?
Kronos was bred from Night Owl proprietary hybrid. Detailed ancestry: Complex — combining multiple elite selections from Night Owl's breeding program. This cross produces the strain's characteristic effects, terpene profile, and growth pattern.
What terpenes are in Kronos?
Kronos is dominated by Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene, with 2 additional minor terpenes. These aromatic compounds shape the strain's signature flavor, aroma, and contribute to its reported effects through the entourage effect.
How much does Kronos yield and how long does it flower?
Kronos has a flowering time of 8-10 weeks and produces moderate to high yields. Plants reach medium height, making it a versatile size for most indoor setups.
What is Kronos and where does it come from?
Kronos is a hybrid cannabis strain that originates from USA (Oregon). It belongs to the 2020s era of cannabis genetics. A complex hybrid from Night Owl Seeds with an eclectic aromatic profile — gas, floral, and tropical notes combining in one of Oregon's most celebrated modern strains.
What is the genetic background of Kronos?
Kronos has the following ancestry: Complex — combining multiple elite selections from Night Owl's breeding program.
Is Kronos indica or sativa?
Kronos is a hybrid cannabis strain. Learn how in indica vs sativa classification differs in our strain guide.
What does Kronos smell and taste like?
Kronos has a Fuel, tropical flowers, ripe fruit, earth, pine, citrus, complex layers aroma, with flavors described as Tropical sweetness, floral, fuel, earth, pine, citrus, long finish. Its dominant terpenes are Limonene, Caryophyllene, Myrcene.
What are the effects of Kronos?
Users report Balanced, cerebral, relaxed, happy, creative, sustained, smooth.
How strong is Kronos? (THC & CBD content)
Kronos typically tests at 20-26% THC with low CBD. Strength always varies by grow and harvest.
Medical Applications
Kronos is commonly associated with: