While it may have the same name as a weapon, AK-47 autoflower seeds grow a gentle, mellow bud. The Ak-47 autoflower cannabis strain is recognized and enjoyed around the world. It has a wide variety of awards that reflect its popularity and quality.
Plant type: 35% Indica 65% Sativa THC: Up to 20% CBD: Insignificant amounts Difficulty: Easy Climate: Indoors | Mediterranean Plant size: Compact Grow time: 10-14 weeks Yields: 4 to 6 oz per 3x3ft Taste & Smell: Earthy | Pungent | Sour | Sweet Effects: Euphoric | Happy | Relaxed | Uplifted Awards: Cannabis Cup | Jamaican World Cup
AK-47 Autoflower Origins:
The AK-47 autoflower strain of marijuana is a sativa-dominant strain of marijuana, with three sativa parents and one indica parent. The three sativa parents' ancestors come from South America, Mexico, and Thailand. The indica ancestor, meanwhile, comes from Afghanistan. The actual mystery of the AK-47 Autoflower strain is where the name comes from, although that question may never be answered. It originally showed up in the Netherlands during the beginning of the 1990s and since then has won a variety of prizes. In 1999 the strain won second place at the High Times Cannabis Cup for the best Sativa strain of marijuana. It came in first at a Toronto Expo in 2010.
What are AK-47 Autoflowers:
Once upon a time we only knew cannabis indica and cannabis sativa plants. These are seasonal plants that start growing in Spring and are ready to be harvested when days turn shorter - so towards Fall. Indoor growers learned to imitate nature by manipulating this light cycle. In the early '80s a third species, Ruderalis, was brought to Amsterdam. This plant is a cannabis relative that was discovered in Siberia. Breeders found that this Ruderalis plant would flower after just a few weeks, regardless of changes in light. These ruderalis genes were combined with existing indica and sativa strains and the autoflower type was born. Nowadays you can find autoflower cannabis seeds for all sorts of popular strains. They grow smaller plants but they're easier to grow and you can harvest much sooner than with photosensitive plants. Great for new growers, growing in a small space or if you want multiple harvests per season.
Growing AK-47 Autoflower Seeds:
There are certain specifics to growing the AK-47 Autoflower strain, although as long as the grower knows these quirks in advance, the grow should be manageable and successful nonetheless.
Best Climate For AK-47 Plants:
The plant is compact overall (much like most autoflowering strains of marijuana) but is quite high yielding (which is part of the reason mold and rot are such as a threat to this plant). It grows best outdoors because of its need for ventilation, but indoor growing is also possible -- just keep in mind that it will smell strongly and potentially attract the attention of neighbors.
Flowering & Yield: You can expect these fast-growing seeds to take around 56 days (between 7 and 9 weeks) to flower. The plants will end up between 19 and 27 inches tall, and will likely produce around 120 grams per square meter of usable product.
Experiencing The AK-47 Strain:
The AK-47 Autoflower strain of marijuana is all about feeling chilled out and happy, and it is famous for this trait. People who smoke AK-47 experience a strong sense of relaxation and clear-headedness. It helps give an uplifting spirit to people who consume it. The high from AK-47 marijuana lasts extra long (which is another reason it is so popular), with uncontrollable giggles as the typical side effect. Smokers of AK-47 marijuana usually feel euphoria right off the bat, and then it turns into a mellowed-out giddy feeling. The following effects are typical of AK-47:
Euphoric
Mellow
Happy
Relaxed
Mentally alert
Creative
Uplifted
Social
Of course, there are also some more negative effects from smoking AK-47. They are all quite minor, making it an easy strain for anyone to smoke. They include:
Dry mouth
Dry eyes
Dizziness
Paranoia
Headache
AK-47 Smell & Taste:
The smell of the AK-47 marijuana strain is mostly earthy, but there is also a sour tinge to it. Its smell is quite strong overall, and while earthy and sour are the most noticeable fragrances, it also has a variety of other scents mixed into one pleasant combination. It has been described as a sweet smell overall. The smell tends to linger. Its taste also has a sweetness to it, as well as a floral taste combined with a sort of earthiness. It is also a bit spicy and herbal, giving it its stronger skunk flavor. It has also been described as woody or tasting like pine. AK-47 Autoflower Marijuana Strain Taste & Aroma At-A-Glance:
Sweet
Earthy
Sout
Floral
Spicy
Herbal
Skunk
Woody
Pine
Uses for AK-47:
There are lots of medicinal uses for the AK-47 autoflower strain of marijuana. It has properties that can help with psychological ailments as well as physical ones. Its THC levels are particularly high (20%), which gives it its particularly useful psychological properties. It has medium levels of CBD which is also helpful in treating a variety of symptoms and problems. As it can bring on the munchies it is good for people who have a low appetite. It also does wonders to relieve stress without adding any unnecessary or unwanted sleepiness.