Obama Kush vs Northern Lights

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THC

Listed THC sits within 1.3 points, from 19.7% to 21%.

  • Obama Kush19.7%
  • Northern Lights21%

Reported effects

Every profile reports relaxed, euphoric and happy.

RelaxedEuphoricHappy
Only Obama Kush
Nothing unique listed
Only Northern Lights
Sleepy

Lead terpene

Each profile leads with a different terpene.

Obama Kush
Myrcene
Northern Lights
Caryophyllene

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Obama Kush
Northern Lights
Obama KushIndica

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Obama Kush

Broad profile21 listed sources
Northern LightsIndica-Dom

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Northern Lights

Broad profile32 listed sources
Broad profile5/5 areas
Listed Sources
21
Multiple listed sources
Profile Updated
Sep 14, 2026
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Broad profile5/5 areas
Listed Sources
32
Multiple listed sources
Profile Updated
Sep 23, 2026
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  1. 1Myrcene-dominant terpene profile delivers profound body relaxation with maintained mental clarity
  2. 2Sweet berry and grape flavors with earthy, piney undertones create a sophisticated taste experience
  3. 3Dual-phase effects: initial euphoria and creativity transition into deep physical sedation
  1. 1Legendary Afghani x Thai indica cross, celebrated since the 1970s-80s
  2. 2Myrcene and Caryophyllene combine for deep body relaxation and pain relief
  3. 3Earthy, pine, and sweet flavor profile with a smooth classic exhale
19.7%
THC
0.45%
CBD
Type I(THC-dominant)
Ratio1:44
21%
THC
1%
CBD
Type I(THC-dominant)
Ratio1:21
Relaxing High
Deep body calm
Relieving High
Soothing, heavy body feel
RelaxedEuphoricHappy
RelaxedEuphoricSleepyHappy
🌙Night
Stress ReliefMedical/TherapeuticSleep & BedtimeRelaxingWatching TV/MoviesCreative Projects+1 more
Most activities
🌆Evening
Stress ReliefMedical/TherapeuticSleep & BedtimeRelaxingEvening Wind Down
🧪Myrcene
Aromas
EarthySweetBerryPine+1 more
Flavors
EarthySweetBerryGrape
🧪Caryophyllene
Aromas
EarthyPineSweetSpicy
Flavors
SweetEarthyPineSpicy

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