About Shiva Skunk Automatic Cannabis Seeds
Shiva Skunk Automatic is one of the most potent autoflowering Indica-dominant strains. She has impressive parent strains and is a hybrid of Northern Lights #5, Skunk #1 and Ruderalis. This results in a strain that is 20% sativa and 80% indica – providing an intense, calming yet stimulating high. Shiva Skunk Automatic is a beautiful plant that shows its Skunk roots through the dense buds and typically strong aroma.
Shiva Skunk Automatic is 80% indica. The Sativa influence (20%) is evident in the “buzz” you feel when consuming it. In many ways, it is a classic, easy-to-grow indica plant, similar to its equally popular parent: Northern Lights #5.
Shiva Skunk Automatic Growth Patterns
It is an autoflowering strain, making it an obvious choice for beginners. Autoflowering variants are also ideal for growers who are looking for an easy-care plant but don't want to compromise too much on yield. Shiva Skunk Auto is more resilient than the average cannabis plant. This means it can be grown outdoors in most climates; even in places with cooler, wetter summers and indoors.
The fact that it is self-flowering also means that it can be grown in locations with unusual photoperiods. This includes places like the Equator (where only sativas would normally thrive) and the far north, in countries with long midsummer days.
Shiva Skunk Automatic has a relatively short flowering time. Flowering begins indoors and outdoors when plants develop their 5th to 8th set of fully formed leaves. This usually occurs after six to eight weeks of vegetative growth.
Like many indica-dominant cannabis strains, Shiva Skunk Auto is a compact plant. During the flowering period it reaches its final height, which is between 90 and 140 cm. This is an advantage for discreet growers as the plants remain small and inconspicuous! The Shiva Skunk Auto seeds produce compact plants with dense buds. Growers often appreciate her special green-silver color, not to mention her abundant resin production. The leaves have a classic skunk shape: long, narrow and dark.
All autoflowering cannabis strains produce slightly lower yields compared to the feminized or regular variants. However, this autoflowering variant offers a solid yield without much care or effort. For many growers, this is a compromise they are happy to make.
Later in the flowering phases, the buds increase in mass. They become heavier and more resinous over time. When ready to harvest, they are covered with a layer of resin glands - yet another reference to the parent plant, Northern Lights #5.
The coating of trichomes may become more noticeable after the buds have been dried and cured. As with all cannabis flowers, the buds shrink as they dry; this makes the resin glands even more obvious.
The dried buds have an exceptional color: a pale silver-green. They taper upwards and shimmer. If you look at them under a magnifying glass, you can see small rainbows due to the refraction of light - this is because much of the resin glands remain transparent even after drying.
For those looking for a hardy strain adapted to most climates, Shiva Skunk Auto is a solid choice. Because it flowers naturally, many growers don't attempt to trim it; however, some have had success with SOG (Sea of Green) and SCROG (Screen of Green). It also responds well to supercropping and lollipopping.
Effects, taste and smell of the Shiva Skunk Automatic
This Indica-dominant plant produces an intense but mild high. It is intoxicating and affects the mind. It often inspires profound thoughts. Sometimes it even triggers enthusiasm and a good mood thanks to the 20% sativa. Consumers often describe a feeling of pleasant physical relaxation. Some use them for medicinal purposes.
As the plants grow, the Skunk's distinctive musky smell is exuded, although Shiva Skunk Auto also has a pleasant citrus aroma. This smell becomes earthy after harvest when the buds have been dried. When consumed, the earthiness comes through more clearly, with the fresh, bitter citrus taste.
