Classic · Late 1980s
Shiva Skunk
Neville's flagship cross of his two foundational lines — 1988 Cannabis Cup winner.
- Type
- Indica-leaning hybrid
- Origin
- Amsterdam
- Bred by
- Neville Schoenmakers / The Seed Bank of Holland
- Parents
- Skunk #1 × Northern Lights #5
History
Neville's cross of his two flagship lines, intended as a more potent, resin-heavy Skunk. Won the 1988 Cannabis Cup.
Sensory & chemical profile
Sweet skunk, resinous, hashish notes. 18–22% THC. Myrcene + caryophyllene.
UK medical relevance
Not directly catalogued by UK producers, but its genetics are present in dozens of modern indica-dominant medical SKUs.
Legacy
The classic 'NL × Skunk' template still used as a parent in modern hybrids.
Notable descendants
- Many modern indica hybrids
Patient note
Heritage strain profiles describe the historical lineage and chemovar template. Modern UK pharmacy SKUs derived from these lines will differ in cannabinoid content, terpene ratio and effect. Always consult your prescribing clinician. Nothing on this page constitutes medical advice. Cannabis-based medicinal products in the UK are prescription-only under NICE NG144 guidance.