Nightshade
aka Night ShadeIndicaTHC range is the middle half of 14 public lab tests of Nightshade flower (2022–2024). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.
About Nightshade
Nightshade is an indica bred from Kashmir and Nepalese landrace. You may also see it sold as Night Shade. Reviews most often mention feeling sleepy, aroused and euphoric.
THC and potency
Across 14 public lab tests of Nightshade flower between 2022 and 2024, the median result was 26.1% total THC, with half of all samples falling between 25.2% and 26.5%. That puts it at the strong end of the market, so newer consumers should start low. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.
Aroma, flavour and terpenes
Its reported terpene profile is led by myrcene, with pinene and terpinolene. Myrcene is known for earthy, musky notes with a ripe-fruit edge, while pinene adds sharp, fresh pine. On the palate, people pick out tree fruit, plum and diesel.
Reported effects
Beyond feeling sleepy, reviewers also mention feeling relaxed and hungry. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with anxiety, insomnia and pain. The side effects mentioned most are paranoia, anxiety and dry mouth. These are personal reports, not medical advice.
Genetics
Parents: Kashmir and Nepalese landrace.
Nightshade terpenes
Relative strength as reported by consumers.
- myrceneEarthy, musky
- pinenePine
- terpinoleneFresh, herbal
- limoneneCitrus
- caryophyllenePepper, spice
- ocimeneSweet, herbal
Strains similar to Nightshade
Matched on reported effects, terpenes and type.
Nightshade FAQ
- How strong is Nightshade?
- In 14 public lab tests, Nightshade flower had a median of 26.1% total THC; most samples were between 25.2% and 26.5%.
- Is Nightshade an indica or a sativa?
- Nightshade is generally classed as an indica.
- What strains make Nightshade?
- Nightshade is a cross of Kashmir and Nepalese landrace.
- What does Nightshade smell like?
- Its main terpene is myrcene (earthy, musky), and people describe the flavour as tree fruit, plum, diesel.