Flamingo Kush
Flamingo Kush
Also known as: Purple Flamingo, Pink Flamingo, Flamingo Funk, FLK
Overview
Flamingo Kush is a slightly indica dominant hybrid strain (60% indica/40% sativa) created through crossing the classic Purple Kush X Flaming Cookies strains. The Flamingo strain is not a single, uniform cannabis variety but rather a family of hybrids that have emerged from creative breeders seeking to capture the best qualities of their parent strains. Many of these variants—such as Flamingo Kush and Pink Flamingo—derive their lineage from classic strains like Purple Kush, Flaming Cookies, Animal Face, and even legacy genetics.
The appearance of Flamingo Kush is truly stunning, with strikingly dense, grape-shaped bright neon green nugs with lots of thin orange hairs coated with a thick layer of frosty, chunky golden-white trichomes topped with a heavy coating of sticky, sweet resin. When broken apart, these buds release an aromatic profile that is as complex as their genetic background: Common descriptors include notes of creamy vanilla, sweet berries, earthy musk, and hints of gas or citrus. On the palate, many users report a sweet, candy‑like taste with layers of grape or berry, occasionally balanced by a touch of kush or herbal spice. Successful cultivation requires attention to detail throughout the growth cycle, and many cultivators have found that the complex genetics of Flamingo strains reward meticulous care with a truly exceptional final product.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Medical marijuana patients often choose Purple Flamingo when dealing with symptoms associated with chronic pain, insomnia, and anxiety
- Users report relief from chronic stress, depression, insomnia and PMS or cramps
- Used to alleviate symptoms of epilepsy, glaucoma, and other pain-related conditions
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
This strain has a flowering time of 65 - 72 days and reaches a height of 30-60 inches in both indoor and outdoor setups. It produces yields of 1 - 2 Oz/Ft² indoors and 15 - 20 Oz/plant outdoors. Indoor cultivation allows for precise control over environmental factors such as light, temperature, and humidity. This controlled setting is ideal for optimizing bud density, resin production, and terpene expression. Many commercial growers prefer indoor setups when aiming for a high‑quality, consistent product. In regions with a suitable climate, outdoor growing can yield robust plants with a natural flavor profile enhanced by sunlight. However, outdoor cultivation may require extra care to protect plants from pests and weather extremes. Flamingo strains are known to be moderately demanding in terms of nutrient management.