Kiwi x Papaya by Mavericks Genetics is a tropical, fruit-loaded hybrid with surprisingly deep roots. On the Kiwi side sits Ice Queen x Blue Heron; on the Papaya side, Jack Herer x Skunk #1 x Kush. The result is a 70% Indica / 30% Sativa feminized plant rated at 25% THC (± 2%).
The buds are bright green with amber hairs and a generous coating of trichomes. A total terpene content of 3.40% gives it a loud sweet, fruity and citrus nose.
Kiwi x Papaya flowers in 8-9 weeks and yields up to 500 g/m² (1.64 oz/ft²) indoors and up to 700 g (24.7 oz) per plant outdoors. Outdoor plants in the Northern Hemisphere are ready in early October, and Mavericks lists a 99.5% feminization rate.
Kiwi x Papaya Lineage and Genetics
Kiwi blends Ice Queen with Blue Heron, contributing frost, color and a crisp fruity edge. Papaya stacks three classics: Jack Herer for a bright, spicy-citrus lift, Skunk #1 for vigor and yield, and Kush for density and body.
Despite the 70% Indica ratio, the Jack Herer influence shows in the effect and in a slightly more open plant structure. Expect medium height and good branching.
Aroma, Flavor and Effect
Sweet tropical fruit leads the way, with papaya and kiwi-style notes layered over a bright citrus zest. The smoke is juicy and sweet, with the citrus cleaning up the finish.
The effect is more upbeat than the ratio suggests. A clear, uplifting mood boost arrives first, with a light, energetic feel that suits daytime and late-afternoon sessions, before a gentle body ease takes over later on.
The fruit stays fresh for a long time in the jar thanks to the high terpene content, and many growers find the citrus becomes even brighter after a few weeks of curing.
Growing Kiwi x Papaya Indoors and Outdoors
Indoors, Kiwi x Papaya fills space well. Top once or twice and spread the branches with LST so the canopy stays level. A SCROG net makes the most of its branching and evens out bud size.
Outdoors, full sun and rich, well-aerated soil let it reach the breeder figure of 700 g (24.7 oz) per plant. The early-October finish in the Northern Hemisphere helps avoid late-season mold in many regions.
To protect the 3.40% terpene load, avoid high heat in late bloom and give the harvest a slow, cool dry and cure.
Kiwi x Papaya is forgiving with feeding and grows with steady vigor from its Skunk and Kush heritage, so it suits growers who want a fruit-forward strain without a demanding plant.
Keep an eye on spacing during the stretch. The Jack Herer side can push a few branches higher than the rest, so a quick supercrop or a tuck under the net in the first two weeks of bloom keeps the canopy level and the light even across every bud site.
Kiwi x Papaya Characteristics
| Strain type | Feminized |
| Genetics | Kiwi (Ice Queen x Blue Heron) x Papaya (Jack Herer x Skunk #1 x Kush) |
| Indica/Sativa | 70% Indica / 30% Sativa |
| THC | 25% (± 2%) |
| Effect | Uplifting, energetic, light body ease |
| Aroma/Flavor | Sweet, fruity, citrus |
| Indoor yield | 500 g/m² (1.64 oz/ft²) |
| Outdoor yield | 700 g/plant (24.7 oz/plant) |
| Flowering time | 8-9 weeks |
| Outdoor harvest | Early October |
| Cola color | Bright green with amber hairs |
| Terpenes (total %) | 3.40% |
| Feminization rate | 99.5% |
| Best cultivation technique | Topping, LST and SCROG; slow cool cure |
FAQ
What genetics are in Kiwi x Papaya?
Kiwi (Ice Queen x Blue Heron) crossed with Papaya (Jack Herer x Skunk #1 x Kush).
Is Kiwi x Papaya Indica or Sativa?
It is 70% Indica / 30% Sativa, though its effect feels more upbeat than that ratio suggests.
How much THC does Kiwi x Papaya have?
Mavericks Genetics rates it at 25% THC, with a margin of 2%.
What does Kiwi x Papaya smell like?
Sweet, fruity and citrus, with a total terpene content of 3.40%.
What yields can Kiwi x Papaya reach?
Up to 500 g/m² (1.64 oz/ft²) indoors and up to 700 g (24.7 oz) per plant outdoors.
When is Kiwi x Papaya ready?
It flowers for about 8-9 weeks. Outdoors in the Northern Hemisphere, it is usually ready in early October.
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