Hybrid
Lemon Skunk Strain
Also known as: Lemon Skunk OG
THC16% - 22%
CBD0% - 1%
Flowering8 to 9 weeks
Top terpenes: Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Limonene
Quick answer
Lemon Skunk is a documented hybrid commonly credited to DNA Genetics (two Skunk #1 selections), typically testing 16% - 22% THC with caryophyllene leading the profile. Effects: Happy, Uplifted, Euphoric, Energetic.
Lemon Skunk is the founding father of every lemon strain on this menu: DNA Genetics selecting a lemon phenotype from two Skunk #1 mothers, documented on Leafly at about 19 percent THC. Real lemon peel over old-school skunk funk, and a happy, uplifted, chatty high that never gets heavy. I hand it to daytime sessions and anyone who thinks they do not like skunk strains. I do not hand it to people who hate explaining themselves to roommates; the aroma is loud. The honest downside: the funk is heritage, and it travels.
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Lab Sheet
Strain facts – the numbers behind the high
THC Range
16% - 22%
Individual batches vary; craft lots often test higher.
CBD Range
0% - 1%
Trace amounts only. This is a THC-driven profile.
Type
Hybrid
Ratio drives the shape of the high.
Top Terpenes
Caryophyllene · Myrcene · Limonene
The terpene leaders behind the flavour and feel.
Flowering Time
8 to 9 weeks
Grower reference for cultivar finish time.
Lineage
Two Skunk #1 selections incl. a lemon phenotype (commonly credited to DNA Genetics)
Documented parent genetics.
Where this sits in the hybrid laneMost hybrids test 16% to 25% THC
Lemon Skunk Strain: 16% - 22% THC. Right in the sweet spot of the hybrid lane.
The story of Lemon Skunk
Lemon Skunk is a documented classic: Leafly files it a hybrid around 19 percent THC, and it is commonly credited to DNA Genetics as a selection from two Skunk #1 mother plants, one carrying a lemon phenotype. Nearly 20,000 Leafly ratings tag lemon, skunk and citrus with happy, uplifted, euphoric effects. It is one of the founding strains of the entire lemon-cannabis lane, and it still holds up.
Terpene breakdown
Caryophyllene leads with the skunky pepper warmth, myrcene carries the sweet herbal base, and limonene delivers the headline: a sharp, real-lemon zest that reads like fresh peel rather than candy. The skunk funk sits underneath the citrus, classic old-school and unmistakable in a jar.
Growing Lemon Skunk
About 8 to 9 weeks indoors with a Skunk-family structure: medium height, sturdy branches, chunky resin-covered colas and a citrus-funk smell that demands filtration from early flower. It is a forgiving, fast, reliable plant, which is a big part of why it spread everywhere.
How to consume Lemon Skunk
Daytime and social. Leafly's top effects are happy, uplifted and euphoric with an overall energizing read: a bright, chatty, smile-first hybrid. A dry herb vape around 185 C keeps the lemon peel character; joints lean skunkier. Moderate potency suits most tolerances; the funk is the only thing that scales up.
Lemon Skunk vs similar strains
Against
Super Lemon Haze, its famous descendant-flavoured neighbour, Lemon Skunk is earthier and less sparkling.
Lemon Haze is the sweeter, hazier option, and
Lemon Diesel the fuel version. For pure old-school funk,
Blue Cheese sits across the aisle.
Frequently asked questions
What is Lemon Skunk strain?
A documented hybrid commonly credited to DNA Genetics, selected from two Skunk #1 mother plants, typically quoted 16 to 22 percent THC (Leafly averages 19).
What does Lemon Skunk taste like?
Sharp real-lemon zest over classic skunk funk, with citrus on the exhale.
Is Lemon Skunk indica or sativa?
A balanced-leaning hybrid with an energizing, happy effect profile.
How strong is Lemon Skunk?
About 16 to 22 percent THC depending on batch; moderate and sociable.
Is Lemon Skunk related to Super Lemon Haze?
They share the lemon-skunk heritage; Super Lemon Haze is a different, hazier cross.
Where can I buy Lemon Skunk in Canada?
Check the in-stock list above, BMWO ships Canada wide with live pricing and Xpresspost tracking.