Tora Bora
Tora Bora
Overview
Tora Bora is an almost pure indica strain (99% indica) that traces its origins to the Afghanistan-Pakistan border region, specifically named after the famous cave system in Afghanistan's White Mountains. This powerful strain was developed by DNA Genetics through the careful crossbreeding of LA Confidential and X18 Pure Pakistani, representing a harmonious blend of Afghan landrace genetics and West Coast breeding expertise. The strain exhibits exceptional visual appeal with densely packed buds that are heavily coated in resinous trichomes, often displaying an alluring blue hue that indicates cold temperature exposure during cultivation. Tora Bora is renowned for its exceptional potency and heavy-hitting effects, making it a favorite among experienced cannabis veterans seeking relief from chronic pain and insomnia. The strain produces dense, resin-loaded flowers with a quick vegetative cycle and relatively short flowering time, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor cultivation. It has gained recognition in the medical cannabis community for its therapeutic properties, with a CBD-rich variant from The Vault Genetics achieving second place in High Times' Best CBD Strains of 2015.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia
- Often used for muscle spasms
- May assist with anxiety relief
- Users report stress relief
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Tora Bora is considered moderately easy to grow with good resistance to environmental stresses. Indoor flowering time is 8-9 weeks with yields of 450-550g/m² (18 ounces per square meter). Outdoor plants can reach heights of 2.3 meters and yield up to 300-500g per plant when harvested in late October. The strain prefers climates similar to its Afghan origins and can tolerate cooler temperatures but not freezing conditions. Plants develop quickly during vegetation and produce dense, resin-heavy buds with a Pakistani-dominant structure. Suitable for both novice and experienced growers, though expertise helps maximize yields and quality.