Two hard-hitters came together to give birth to an all-powerful Sativa.
Amnesia x AK-47 melds the genes of two world-famous superstars that have won a ton of cannabis awards. It offers the best features of its parent strains; nevertheless, their fusion results in a hybrid in a different class altogether.
The Sativa-dominant pair created the perfect wake ‘n bake partner that provides an energy boost as intense as a strong cup of morning joe. Unlike caffeine, though, it does not cause the jitters. In addition, it induces a state of euphoria that helps users forget all about their stress and worries.
Since both strains are known for their dynamic cerebral effects, their bud child is highly sought after by medical marijuana consumers seeking relief from psychological disorders. Its THC content ranges from 15 to 20%, stimulating the production of happy hormones to ease anxiety and depression. What’s more, it can be used to alleviate chronic and acute pain while keeping one awake, alert, and focused.
Cannasseurs also love its sweet and sour scent with a healthy dash of pungent tones. Due to its Skunk and Haze ancestry, the fragrance and flavor are complex and mesmerizing. As soon as the densely packed, aromatic buds emerge on the plant, every day of the 8 to 10 weeks it will take for them to ripen will be exquisite torture.
The Amnesia AK plant is typically Sativa, so it can grow to a tremendous height. Training techniques are required to manage its growth, but it will supply the grower with an impressively abundant yield in exchange for the added attention. Cultivators who don’t have the time or resources to handle its needs can opt for the autoflowering version. Not only is it easier to grow, but it will produce nuts just as delicious and potent as the photoperiod feminized variant.
| Feminized & Regular | Autoflower | |
|---|---|---|
| Genotype | Genotype70% Sativa + 30% Indica | Genotype70% Sativa + 20% Indica + 10% Ruderalis |
| Lineage | LineageAmnesia x AK-47 | LineageAmnesia x AK-47 Auto x Ruderalis |
| THC | THC15% to 20% | THC15% to 20% |
| CBD | CBDLess than 1% | CBDLess than 1% |
| Indoor Flowering / Yield | Indoor Flowering / Yield8 to 10 weeks / 450 g/m² | Indoor Flowering / Yield10 to 12 weeks from seed to harvest / 350 to 400 g/m² |
| Outdoor Harvest Time / Yield | Outdoor Harvest Time / YieldMiddle of October / 400 to 600 g/plant | Outdoor Harvest Time / YieldAll year round / 110 g/plant |
| Recommended To | Recommended ToBeginner/ Intermediate | Recommended ToBeginner |
Amnesia x AK-47 has a typical Sativa plant structure, with a tall, thin main stem topped by a heavy central cola. Narrow, light green fan leaves shoot intermittently from widely spaced nodes, along with plenty of secondary bud sites. Due to its sparse foliage, it is less susceptible to moisture-related diseases like mold and mildew than most. That means it requires fewer pest-control measures – a boon for the busy cultivator.
Nevertheless, its height could be problematic for growers with limited space. Its stem also tends to bend sideways because of the weight of its dense blossoms; thus, it needs supporting stakes or a trellis. In addition, it prefers a warmer-than-average climate since it can be sensitive to cold.
Because Amnesia x AK-47 can grow to a height of 200 cm (6.5 feet), it is best to place it in a location away from prying eyes. If you have access to such a garden and you live in an area with a balmy, Mediterranean-like climate, then you should go ahead and rear this strain al fresco. With consistent sunlight exposure, one plant will be able to provide 400 to 600 grams (14 to 21 ounces) of bright green nugs speckled with canary yellow pistils in mid-October.
However, if the outdoor conditions are not ideal, it would be better to propagate it indoors in a dedicated grow room or tent. Maintaining the correct temperature – 21 to 27 degrees Celsius (70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit) – will be easier. Moreover, this strain thrives best in a semi-humid environment, so make sure to keep the relative humidity (RH) within the 40 to 50% range during the 8 to 10-week flowering stage.
When it comes to the choice of growing medium, either organic soil or hydroponics is suitable. Both will help the plant grow vigorously, but the most crucial thing is to monitor its vertical expansion. Sativa-doms such as this one are notorious for doubling their size seemingly overnight, so you must ensure that the top of the plant does not get too close to the grow lamp. Otherwise, you risk light burn, which can compromise the buds’ quality.
If the growing area’s ceiling is too low and moving the lamp or plant is not an option, training techniques should be implemented. Low-stress training, topping, or fimming are all appropriate measures since they encourage the plant to expand horizontally instead of vertically. Additionally, they can expose more bud sites to the light, resulting in more robust development and faster ripening.
Combined with the Screen of Green (ScroG) method, using any of these techniques should limit the plant’s size to 100 cm (40 inches) or less. With sufficient water and nutrients, a bumper crop of 450 grams (16 ounces) per square meter can be expected.
Feminized Amnesiax AK-47 seeds will sprout female plants exclusively because they do not carry the male genes. These beans are the most straightforward option for most growers because sexing and segregating the plants according to gender is no longer necessary. Male plants have already been eliminated from the picture so that the females’ buds will not be pollinated to produce more seeds. Hence, a bountiful harvest of smokable buds is guaranteed.
Amnesia x AK-47flourishes best under experienced hands, but if you are a cannabis gardening neophyte, you will be glad to know that there is an autoflowering version. For one thing, the auto plant is much smaller, topping out at 110 cm (3.5 feet). It does not have to be trained at all to fit into a tiny space like a closet or balcony. Furthermore, it has a shorter life span, taking only 10 to 12 weeks to reach maturity from the seed.
But despite Auto Amnesia AK’s diminutive size and brief life cycle, its potency is unaffected. The THC content and aroma of the buds are the same as the photoperiod variant’s. The major difference is this plant does not need a change in the grow light schedule to transition to the flowering stage. You can keep the lights on for 18, 20, or even 24 hours a day if you wish. The plant will still generate buds when it determines that the time is right.
However, the size of the yield is a consideration. A single plant grown in the open air can produce around 110 grams (4 ounces) of usable bud. Indeed, that is not a lot compared to the non-auto version of this strain. It is possible to plant several crops in a growing season, though, to ensure a year-round supply of weed.
Indoors, the output can be even higher if multiple plants are packed into a narrow area and given intense light. This method, known as the Sea of Green (SoG), will increase bud production to 350 to 400 grams (12 to 14 ounces) per square meter. It also makes your growing operation more efficient by maximizing the use of space, energy, and time. As the plants approach full maturity, simply germinate more seeds to maintain a perpetual harvest.