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Indica dominant retail shopping label — not genetics

Critical XL Strain

Critical XL is an indica dominant strain (Critical Kush × Afghanistan). 52-day flowering; 2 breeder releases.

Median THC
Flowering
49–55 days
Breeder releases
2
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Indica / Sativa — retail shopping guide

Indica 70%Sativa 30%

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
This strainCritical XL
Descendants (5)
ChildCritical KushChildCritical XL AutofloweringChildOG KushChildDutchfem AutoChildHybrid Map of Critical XL

Breeder releases (2)

BreederTHCFloweringSeedsRating
DutchFem49dfeminized
Fatbush Seeds55dfeminized

About Critical XL

Critical is probably one of the most sold cannabis strains in Europe! Which is not surprising because she can be harvested after 6-7 weeks of flowering. Originally, this strain was bred by Shantibaba! And was selected for short flowering, high yield and a delicious and sweet taste. After almost two decades this strain has only improved. So she ends up to be on the most stable strains available at the moment. Critical XL is chosen by DutchFem because of these attributes. Besides she is also an ideal strain for beginning growers because Critical XL is a strain that's easy culturable. The plant basically does everything on its own, give her good soil, a bit of water, light and love and the result will turn in your benefit. Combine this with a delicous and fruity taste and a relaxing high, you'll be all good with Critical XL. When grown indoor the plants stay pretty small, around 80-100 cm (2'5-3 feet.) But the yield is enourmous! When grown outdoor she will be ready to harves pretty early. So don't lose track and make sure that you'll be harvesting begin-mid September. Are you a first-time grower who wants to try something, and wants to be sure it's gonna work? Try Critical XL! And wh

Frequently asked questions

What are the genetics of Critical XL?
Critical XL comes from Critical Kush × Afghanistan.
Is Critical XL indica or sativa?
Critical XL is classified as indica dominant.
How long does Critical XL take to flower?
Critical XL flowers in about 49–55 days.
Is Critical XL available as feminized or autoflowering seeds?
Critical XL is offered as: feminized.