Monkey Paw

Monkey Paw is a hybrid cross combining Acapulco Gold and Afghani. Known for skunk, citrus, grape aromatics.

In grower catalogs and dispensary menus, Monkey Paw (also circulated as Monkey Paws) is documented as a hybrid cross combining Acapulco Gold and Afghani. It is recorded in state compliance flower testing in WA (2015 and 2016). Photoperiod cuts typically finish flowering in 8–10 weeks (~56–70 days) under indoor or greenhouse lighting.

Aroma and flavor

Jars of Monkey Paw are most often described as showing classic skunky funk, bright citrus zest, candied dark grape and tropical pineapple. Chemotype data points to peppery beta-caryophyllene, bright, citrus-forward limonene and crisp, forest-like pinene as the primary aromatic drivers, with batch-to-batch variation depending on cultivation and curing.

Reported effects

Consumers commonly report an active, energetic lift, creative, associative thinking and clear-headed task focus, making Monkey Paw a frequent pick for daytime sessions, creative work, or social settings. The most commonly noted downsides are dry mouth and dry eyes.