Chemotype genetics-true
Chemotype
Type I
THC-dominant
Chemotype — the cannabinoid and terpene profile — is the lab-verifiable signal that stays true to a cultivar’s genetics, which is why scientists classify cannabis by chemical profile (a “chemovar”) rather than by name (Hazekamp & Fischedick 2012). Cannabinoid type is set largely by a single gene (the THC:CBD ratio); about 96% of commercial flower is Type I, THC-dominant. Terpene profiles are sourced from Certificates of Analysis (COA) and roll out as Areto’s lab-verified data comes online.
Indica / Sativa — retail shopping guide
Indica, sativa and hybrid are a retail shopping convention — not a reliable guide to genetics or effects. When researchers analysed 89,923 commercial samples across six states, these labels did not predict a plant’s terpene or cannabinoid profile, and a genome-wide study found sativa- and indica-labelled plants to be genetically indistinct (PLOS ONE 2022; Nature Plants 2021). The labels are so fluid that AK-47, a hybrid, won “Best Sativa” at the 1999 Cannabis Cup and “Best Indica” four years later. For an accurate, genetics-true picture, see the chemotype above.
Genetics & Lineage
Parents
ParentColombiaParentMexicoParentThailandParentAfghanistan
This strainAK-47 XL
Descendants (5)
Breeder releases (1)
| Breeder | THC | Flowering | Seeds | Rating |
|---|
| Divine Seeds | 24.0% | 58d | feminized | — |
About AK-47 XL
Divine Seeds created AK-47 XL as an enhanced version of the classic AK-47 genotype, preserving and strengthening all advantages of this famous variety. The original Thai, Colombian, Mexican and Afghani genetics was enriched with Brazilian Sativa, hence making AK-47 XL taller than AK-47. The aggressive smell becomes now dominantly citrus with spicy, musky and piny tones. Apart from producing taller and weightier plants, the XL version has also tested richer in THC, hence inducing stronger and more long-lasting euphoric cerebral elevation. AK-47 XL belongs to the hardiest elite level medical class marijuana strains, and Divine Seeds provides a guarantee for seeds purchased in original packaging. AK-47 XL plants are sturdy and recommended to beginning growers: even as a first cultivation experience, this strain is vigorous enough to save time, trouble and effort. Especially productive out of doors, AK-47 XL tends to adapt and flourish in most indoor growing setups just as well. For wiser space management and bigger yields any training technique can be fruitful: ScroG, LST, FIM or topping, supercropping, SoG. Both in shape and odor AK-47 XL plants demonstrate the mixed parentage, notic
Frequently asked questions
What are the genetics of AK-47 XL?
AK-47 XL comes from Colombia × Mexico.
Is AK-47 XL indica or sativa?
AK-47 XL is classified as sativa dominant.
How much THC does AK-47 XL have?
Across breeder releases, AK-47 XL tests around 24.0% THC.
How long does AK-47 XL take to flower?
AK-47 XL flowers in about 58 days.
Is AK-47 XL available as feminized or autoflowering seeds?
AK-47 XL is offered as: feminized.