AK-47 vs Jack Herer: Complete Strain Comparison
Looking for a detailed comparison between AK-47 and Jack Herer? Whether you are a consumer choosing your next purchase or a grower planning your next harvest, this side-by-side guide covers everything you need to know.
Quick Overview
- AK-47: Sativa dominant (Colombian × Mexican × Thai × Afghani) – THC: 20-22% – Relaxing, uplifting, creative, euphoric
- Jack Herer: Sativa dominant (Haze × Northern Lights #5 × Shiva Skunk) – THC: 18-24% – Uplifting, creative, focused, happy
Effects Comparison
AK-47 is known for its Relaxing, uplifting, creative, euphoric effects, making it popular among users looking for PTSD, anxiety, depression, pain. Jack Herer on the other hand delivers Uplifting, creative, focused, happy effects, commonly used for Depression, fatigue, PTSD, stress.
Flavor & Aroma
AK-47 offers Earth, floral, sandalwood, sour, while Jack Herer is characterized by Pine, spice, earth, wood, lemon.
Growing Guide
AK-47 flowers in 8-9 weeks, reaching 100-150 cm (indoor) / up to 200 cm (outdoor) with an indoor yield of 350-450 g/m². Jack Herer flowers in 8-10 weeks, growing to 100-180 cm (indoor) / up to 210 cm (outdoor) with an indoor yield of 400-500 g/m².
Awards
- AK-47: Cannabis Cup 1992, 1999; High Times Top 10
- Jack Herer: Cannabis Cup winner 9+ times
Full Comparison Table
| Property |
Jack HererSativa THC
18-24% CBD
< 1% |
AK-47Hybrid THC
20-22% CBD
1.5% |
|---|---|---|
| 🧬 Genetics | Sativa dominant (Haze × Northern Lights #5 × Shiva Skunk) | Sativa dominant (Colombian × Mexican × Thai × Afghani) |
| 🌍 Origin | Netherlands (Sensi Seeds) | Netherlands (Serious Seeds) 1992 |
| 🌸 Flowering Type | Photoperiod | Photoperiod |
| 📅 Flowering Period | 8-10 weeks | 8-9 weeks |
| 📏 Height | 100-180 cm (indoor) / up to 210 cm (outdoor) | 100-150 cm (indoor) / up to 200 cm (outdoor) |
| 🏠 Yield (Indoor) | 400-500 g/m² | 350-450 g/m² |
| 🌿 Yield (Outdoor) | 500-600 g/plant | 500 g/plant |
| 🍂 Harvest (Outdoor) | Mid-late (October) | Mid-season (October) |
| ⚙️ Grow Difficulty | ★★☆☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| 🍄 Mold Resistance | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| ✨ Effect | Uplifting, creative, focused, happy | Relaxing, uplifting, creative, euphoric |
| 👃 Flavor & Aroma | Pine, spice, earth, wood, lemon | Earth, floral, sandalwood, sour |
| 🏆 Awards | Cannabis Cup winner 9+ times | Cannabis Cup 1992, 1999; High Times Top 10 |
| 🏥 Medical Use | Depression, fatigue, PTSD, stress | PTSD, anxiety, depression, pain |