Strawberry Cough by Royal Queen Seeds
Strawberry Fields x Haze (rumored)
Strawberry Cough is a predominantly sativa cultivar celebrated for its distinct strawberry aroma and reliably uplifting, clear-headed high. It is frequently recognized for its flavor, making it a popular choice for daytime use, creativity, and social engagement.
Appearance
Strawberry Cough often presents dense, resinous flowers that exhibit an indica-like structure despite its sativa effects. The buds are typically covered in abundant trichomes, giving them a frosted appearance. They mature into wedge-shaped colas with moderate green sugar leaves and rust-colored stigmas.
Plants display medium internodes and a branching habit that responds well to training. The canopy can be shaped for even light exposure, producing uniform buds. Harvested flowers are often medium-sized with a high bract-to-leaf ratio, simplifying the trimming process.
Aroma and Flavor Profile
True to its name, Strawberry Cough offers a prominent aroma of ripe strawberry and mixed berries, complemented by subtle floral notes and a gentle spicy undertone. When the flower is broken apart or ground, the sweet berry scent intensifies. The flavor profile features a sweet strawberry entry, a lightly creamy mid-palate, and a clean, peppery finish.
The aroma is influenced by terpenes like terpinolene and ocimene, contributing to the bright fruit notes, while caryophyllene and pinene add warmth and herbaceousness. On the palate, limonene can add a citrus zest, balancing the sweetness with a subtle dryness.
Effects
Strawberry Cough is known for delivering a reliably uplifting and clear-headed high, characteristic of its sativa-dominant genetics. Consumers often report experiencing cerebral stimulation, enhanced focus, and a sense of ease, making it suitable for daytime activities.
The effects are generally functional and rarely described as heavy or sedating. This makes it a popular choice for those seeking a gentle body relaxation alongside mental clarity, promoting creativity and social engagement without overwhelming the user.
Terpenes and Cannabinoids
This cultivar typically exhibits THC levels ranging from 16% to 20%, with CBD content consistently below 1%. Minor cannabinoids such as CBG are often present in the 0.1% to 0.5% range. Total cannabinoid content usually falls between 17% and 23%.
The terpene profile is often terpinolene-forward, contributing to its distinct aroma and flavor. Other commonly identified terpenes include myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene, pinene, humulene, and ocimene, which collectively shape the strain's sensory experience and contribute to its effects.
Growing Information
Royal Queen Seeds' feminized Strawberry Cough is bred for dependable vigor and resin production, suitable for both small indoor tents and larger cultivation spaces. These plants typically reach a medium stature and finish flowering in approximately nine weeks under a 12/12 light cycle.
The strain is known for its dense bud structure and responds well to training techniques like topping. Growers can expect repeatable results, with plants generally exhibiting good resistance and manageable growth habits, making it accessible for various cultivation settings.
Origins and Lineage
The original Strawberry Cough clone-only line is widely associated with cultivator Kyle Kushman and is often rumored to be a cross involving a strawberry-scented Skunk or Strawberry Fields variety with a Haze sativa. This heritage contributes to its sativa-leaning effects and distinctive aroma.
Royal Queen Seeds developed a feminized version of Strawberry Cough, focusing on stabilizing its growth for modern cultivation while preserving the classic strawberry terpene profile and sativa-dominant effects. This has led to its widespread availability and popularity in seed catalogs.