Phenotype B
Pistil-forward · lighter frost
Same genetics · different expression
A pistil-forward run — more visible orange hairs (pistils) and a lighter dusting of frost.
Northern Lights
Afghani / Thai
Observations
2,800
A resinous, fast-flowering pure indica — pure, sleepy, full-body calm.
Indica / Sativa
Dominant Terpene
MyrceneFull Spectrum
THC
16–21%
CBD
0–1%
CBG
1%
CBN
1%
THCV
0%
Flavour
Aroma
Effects
Community reportedMay Help With
Community-reported, not medical advice.
Possible Negatives
Best Enjoyed
Pairs Well With
Terpene Profile
Earthy & musky — relaxing, couch-leaning
Peppery & spicy — calming, soothing
Bright citrus — elevated, stress-relieving
Genetics
Heritage
Reputedly grown by a breeder known only as 'The Indian' on an island near Seattle, Northern Lights crossed the Atlantic in 1985 to Neville's Seed Bank and became the foundation of Dutch indica genetics.
1970s
First grown near Seattle from Afghani stock
1985
Neville Schoenmakers brings it to the Netherlands
1988+
NL#5 dominates the early Cannabis Cups
Notable Descendants
An Afghani indica grown in numbered phenotypes; NL#5 became the most famous.
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Grow Notes
Difficulty
Easy
Flowering
7–9 weeks
Yield
Medium
Height
Short–Medium
Collective Consensus
Mean from 2,800 Experiences
“By consensus, Northern Lights leans relaxed, sleepy, happy — log a session to blend in your own.”
Primary Effect
Intensity Indicators
Community consensus
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