About Lemon Skunk
Lemon Skunk is a sativa-leaning hybrid that emerged in Amsterdam around the year 2000, combining Skunk-family genetics with a vivid lemon-citrus selection. It produces bright lemon peel and zest aromas with a skunky base and an uplifting, happy high. Its popularity led to its use as a parent of the hugely successful Super Lemon Haze and many other citrus strains.
Flavor Profile
History
Lemon Skunk became one of the most popular coffee-shop strains in Amsterdam during the 2000s. Its citrus character paired with skunk depth made it irresistible, and it went on to parent Super Lemon Haze — the multi-Cup-winning strain. It is featured on the Leafly 100 best strains list.
Notable breeders: Dutch seed banks, Barney's Farm
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Skunk genetics crossed with a skunky-lemon selection
Phenotypes & Cultivars
Lemon Skunk is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
Lemon Skunk is dominated by Limonene, Myrcene, Pinene. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from Lemon Skunk:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lemon Skunk indica or sativa?
Lemon Skunk is a sativa-dominant hybrid cannabis strain.
What are the genetics of Lemon Skunk?
Lemon Skunk has a genetic lineage of Skunk-family × lemon selection. Skunk genetics crossed with a skunky-lemon selection
What is the lineage of Lemon Skunk?
Lemon Skunk descends from Skunk-family × lemon selection. Skunk genetics crossed with a skunky-lemon selection
What is the THC content of Lemon Skunk?
Lemon Skunk typically tests at 16-20% THC.
What does Lemon Skunk smell and taste like?
Lemon Skunk has a Lemon, citrus, skunk, diesel, sweet aroma profile, with flavors described as Lemon, citrus zest, sweet, skunk, herbal.
What are the effects of Lemon Skunk?
Users report Uplifted, happy, energetic, cerebral, focused. As a sativa-dominant strain, it is known for uplifting cerebral effects.
What is the history of Lemon Skunk?
Lemon Skunk became one of the most popular coffee-shop strains in Amsterdam during the 2000s. Its citrus character paired with skunk depth made it irresistible, and it went on to parent Super Lemon Haze — the multi-Cup-winning strain. It is featured on the Leafly 100 best strains list.
How long does Lemon Skunk take to flower?
Lemon Skunk has a flowering time of approximately 8-9 weeks. Plants grow to a medium to tall height.
What is the yield of Lemon Skunk?
Lemon Skunk produces a High yield. Flowering takes approximately 8-9 weeks.
Medical Applications
Lemon Skunk is commonly associated with: