Written by Ad OpsHistorical Context and Origin of Kompolti
Kompolti traces its roots to Central Europe, where hemp has been cultivated for fiber and seed for centuries. The name comes from Kompolt, a Hungarian agricultural research hub that helped formalize several industrial hemp lines during the 20th century. As European hemp regulations tightened around total THC thresholds, Kompolti emerged as a dependable, CBD-dominant cultivar that could meet compliance while still delivering usable biomass.
By the 1990s and 2000s, Kompolti was widely recognized across the EU Common Catalogue as a field-ready, dioecious hemp type. Farmers valued its tall, mostly sativa architecture, reliable vigor, and adaptability to a range of temperate climates. In the late 2010s, as CBD markets expanded, Kompolti transitioned from a fiber-and-seed workhorse into a CBD-flower candidate, particularly when males were rogued and flowering tops were carefully managed.
ApeOrigin later curated and distributed its own Kompolti line, focusing on uniform field performance and CBD-forward chemotypes. With emphasis on a mostly sativa heritage, the ApeOrigin take on Kompolti maintained the cultivar’s hallmark low-THC stability while improving selection for floral resin. This blend of traditional European agronomy and modern cannabinoid selection helped Kompolti remain relevant in both legacy hemp sectors and emerging wellness markets.
Today, Kompolti serves dual roles: a legacy industrial cultivar and a compliant CBD source in regions where THC ceilings are strictly enforced. In many EU member states, total THC limits are 0.2–0.3% by dry weight depending on the regulatory framework, and Kompolti’s chemistry fits within these bounds under standard harvest timing. As a result, it is frequently chosen for outdoor acreage where consistency, height, and resilience are valued.
Historically, Kompolti’s acceptance stemmed from its predictable growth cycle, which typically spans 110–140 days outdoors from seeding to maturity. In continental climates, it reaches full height by mid-summer and flowers as day length shortens below roughly 14 hours. This dependable phenology allows planners to align planting and harvest with regional frost dates and compliance testing windows.
Genetic Lineage and Breeding (ApeOrigin’s Mostly Sativa Expression)
Kompolti is best understood as a stabilized, open-pollinated hemp population derived from Central European germplasm. Its genetic footprint aligns with Type III chemotypes—CBD-dominant plants that express functional CBDA synthase while THCAS activity is minimal or absent. In practical terms, this produces high CBD:THC ratios often in the 20:1 to 30:1 range, preserving compliance even as flowers mature.
Unlike tightly inbred drug-type varieties, Kompolti historically functioned as a dioecious field cultivar, with male and female plants interspersed. For fiber and seed systems, this made biological sense; for CBD flowers, modern producers often rogue males to prevent pollination and boost resin. ApeOrigin’s Kompolti selections emphasize female floral quality and uniform plant architecture while maintaining the line’s low-THC signature.
Breeding outcomes are evident in stand uniformity and flowering timing. Growers report that ApeOrigin’s mostly sativa Kompolti maintains tall internodes, narrow leaflets, and late-season finish under long-day conditions, while still maturing within a predictable window. This stability helps mitigate a common pain point in hemp—biomass going “hot” late in flower—by pairing genetics that trend toward compliance with harvest protocols and frequent pre-harvest testing.
Kompolti’s genetic relatives include other EU-registered Hungarian lines and strains like Kompolti Hybrid TC, which share a low-THC, CBD-forward profile. Across these lines, the breeding objective has remained consistent: maximize biomass and CBD potential while keeping total THC below regulatory thresholds. ApeOrigin’s work slots directly into that mandate, offering a cultivator-ready version with a consistent, mostly sativa phenotype.
In lab reports from growers using EU-compliant planting stock, Kompolti commonly tests as CBDa-dominant, with CBDa constituting 85–95% of total CBD before decarboxylation. Total THC generally remains in the 0.08–0.18% range in well-timed outdoor harvests, though local climate and maturity can nudge results higher or lower. These data-driven patterns reflect the cultivar’s long arc of selection for legality and field reliability.
Botanical Morphology and Visual Appearance
Kompolti presents a classic mostly sativa morphology: tall, upright stems, long internodes, and narrow-to-medium leaflets. In outdoor fiber or dual-purpose stands at high density, plants commonly reach 2.0–3.5 meters, with exceptional cases exceeding 4.0 meters in fertile soils and high-rainfall regions. When grown for CBD at lower density and topped, finished height often ranges from 1.5–2.2 meters, with a wider, bushier canopy.
Inflorescences are more open and airy than those of drug-type cannabis, an adaptation that supports airflow and reduces mold risk in humid late-season weather. Calyces are smaller and looser, forming spear-like panicles rather than dense, golf-ball clusters. Pistils begin cream to white, shifting to tawny and amber hues as maturity approaches.
Coloration typically trends lime to forest green, with brighter tones in high-light situations and deeper shades in nitrogen-rich soils. Trichome coverage is noticeable but not as heavy as modern indoor drug cultivars; still, under a flashlight, Kompolti can display a silvery shimmer from capitate stalked glands. Stems are sturdy with fibrous rind, reflecting the cultivar’s industrial heritage.
Leaf morphology evolves through the season. Early growth shows elongated leaflets and rapid vertical extension, while later vegetative stages produce larger fans that intercept light efficiently. As flowering sets, Kompolti reallocates energy to floral sites and secondary branching fills in, particularly when apical dominance has been managed through topping.
In the field, row uniformity is a practical hallmark of a good Kompolti stand. Consistent height, predictable flowering onset, and minimal lodging under wind loads speak to proper nutrition and genetics. Farmers often note that the cultivar tolerates moderate wind and rain events due to its flexible, fibrous stems and balanced root anchorage.
Aroma: Field-Fresh Greens to Spice
Kompolti’s aromatic profile leans green, herbal, and slightly spicy, reflecting its terpene balance and sativa-leaning physiology. Freshly handled flowers often give off notes of cut hay, green tea, and basil, followed by woody and peppery undertones. With proper curing, secondary layers of pine, clove, and faint citrus peel become more distinct.
The intensity of aroma correlates with cultivation conditions, particularly light intensity and nutrition. Field-grown Kompolti typically expresses total terpene content around 0.5–1.5% of dry flower weight, equal to roughly 5–15 mg/g. Warmer finishing temperatures and longer cure times can help these volatiles harmonize, reducing grassy notes while preserving pinene-forward freshness.
Myrcene and beta-caryophyllene commonly lead the bouquet, bringing earth-spice depth and a soft, herbal top note. Alpha-pinene adds the forested, resinous edge that many growers associate with classic European hemp. Minor contributions from humulene and limonene round out the profile with a hoppy snap and a faint lemon twist.
Improper drying can push Kompolti’s scent toward chlorophyll-heavy grassiness. To prevent this, growers target 10–14 days of slow drying at 15–20°C with 55–60% relative humidity. Once stabilized, the aroma shifts from raw green to a nuanced, peppered herbal profile that better reflects the cultivar’s genetics.
Flavor: From Herbal Hay to Pine and Pepper
On the palate, Kompolti tends to be clean, dry, and grassy at first light, with an herbal backbone reminiscent of sage and green tea. As the session progresses, a pine-sap brightness and faint citrus peel show up, especially in well-cured flower. The finish often carries a pepper-clove bite tied to beta-caryophyllene and humulene.
Combustion versus vaporization alters the experience significantly. Vaporizing at 175–190°C tends to emphasize pinene and limonene, lending a fresher, needle-like profile. Higher temperatures or combustion can amplify peppery spice and woody, toasted notes while muting delicate citrus.
Mineral-heavy fertigation or a rushed dry can skew the taste toward metallic or grassy. Flushing the medium for 7–10 days before harvest and maintaining a slow, even dry help the flavor settle into a balanced herbal-spice character. In blind tastings, Kompolti often gets described as a “clean field herb” with forested accents rather than a dessert-forward bouquet.
Because Kompolti is usually grown outdoors, terroir influences flavor more than in tightly controlled indoor drug cultivars. Calcium-rich loams with good organic matter tend to yield a smoother, rounder taste. Sandy soils may accentuate the pine and grassy edges, especially if irrigation is cyclical and the cure is short.
Cannabinoid Profile and Potency Metrics
Kompolti is a Type III, CBD-dominant cultivar with naturally low THC. In outdoor, well-timed harvests using EU-compliant lines, total CBD commonly ranges from 3–8% by dry weight, while total THC typically remains around 0.08–0.18%. Select, intensively managed greenhouse runs have reported higher CBD windows, but field results are the most representative for this cultivar’s intent.
The CBD in Kompolti is predominantly present as CBDA on the plant, which decarboxylates to CBD with heat or time. It’s common to see COAs where CBDA accounts for 85–95% of the total CBD fraction before decarbing. Minor cannabinoids such as CBG (0.1–0.6%), CBC (0.05–0.2%), and trace CBDV (0.02–0.1%) appear variably, influenced by environment and selection.
Compliance relies on the total THC calculation, where Total THC = Δ9-THC + (THCA × 0.877). As flowers mature, THCA can creep upward, so cultivators often sample weekly from week 5 of flower onward to keep total THC below legal thresholds. In regions with a 0.2–0.3% limit, harvesting at the inflection point—when CBD has peaked but THCA remains minimal—is standard practice.
For consumer context, a 0.5 g pre-roll of 6% CBD Kompolti contains about 30 mg of CBD. Inhaled CBD has variable bioavailability, often cited around 11–45%, with a midpoint near 31%. That means roughly 9–14 mg of CBD could reach systemic circulation from that single session, enough for users to perceive calming and body-easing effects without intoxication.
In indoor settings, Kompolti’s chemistry remains CBD-forward, though absolute potency can be lower than dessert-style drug cultivars that have been bred strictly for resin density. The upside is highly consistent CBD:THC ratios and a smooth, functional effect profile. ApeOrigin’s mostly sativa expression retains these chemistry signatures while anchoring total THC in the compliant range.
Terpene Profile and Volatile Chemistry
Kompolti’s terpene fraction is typically led by myrcene and beta-caryophyllene, which together can make up 30–55% of the total terpene content. On a dry-weight basis, total terpene content in field-grown flowers often lands at 0.5–1.5%, or 5–15 mg per gram of dried flower. In indoor or greenhouse environments with high light and careful curing, the upper end of that range is achievable.
Myrcene (often 20–35% of the terpene fraction) contributes earthy-herbal depth and mild sedative synergy with CBD. Beta-caryophyllene (10–20%) adds a peppery-spice note and is notable for engaging CB2 receptors as a dietary cannabinoid. Alpha-pinene (8–15%) layers in forested pine and can subjectively feel clearing or focusing to some users.
Humulene (5–10%) imparts hoppy, resinous bitterness that is especially noticeable in later draws or if combusted at higher temperatures. Limonene (3–8%) appears as a subtle lemon twist that brightens Kompolti’s otherwise herbal palette. Depending on phenotype and terroir, terpinolene (1–5%) can flicker in as a fresh, almost floral lift typical of many sativa-leaning plants.
These terpenes do more than aromatize; they shape the experience through synergy with cannabinoids. For example, beta-caryophyllene’s action at CB2 may complement CBD’s anti-inflammatory potential in preclinical models. Meanwhile, alpha-pinene is associated with alertness in aromatherapy literature, which can balance myrcene’s lazier undertones, helping Kompolti feel clear rather than sedating.
Volatile retention depends on post-harvest handling. Rapid drying at high temperature can strip 30% or more of monoterpenes, flattening flavor and effects. Slow drying and a 2–4 week cure stabilize the terpene profile, keeping Kompolti’s pine-pepper-herbal trio intact.
Experiential Effects: What Users Report
With its low THC and CBD-forward chemistry, Kompolti delivers a calm, clear-headed experience. Many users describe a light body ease within 5–10 minutes of inhalation, accompanied by a gentle smoothing of situational stress. The mostly sativa heritage adds a subtle mental brightness that does not push into raciness or intoxication.
Focus and functional clarity are common reports, making Kompolti suitable for daytime tasks that benefit from reduced tension. Because intoxication is minimal to absent, it’s often chosen by people who want the ritual and flavor of cannabis without the psychoactive intensity. The alpha-pinene component can feel refreshing, while beta-caryophyllene’s peppery backbone adds a grounding steadiness.
At higher total terpene and CBD loads—such as in dense greenhouse runs—Kompolti can feel slightly more body-forward. Users sometimes note mild muscle unwinding and a decrease in perceived discomfort after physical activity. Even then, it maintains a non-sedating profile compared to myrcene-heavy, indica-like drug cultivars.
Route of administration matters. Inhalation usually has an onset within minutes and a duration of 1–3 hours, while oral formats (tinctures or infused oils made from Kompolti extract) may take 30–90 minutes to onset and last 4–6 hours. Because bioavailability varies, the same nominal milligrams can feel quite different depending on how they’re consumed.
ApeOrigin’s selection does not alter the fundamental non-intoxicating nature of Kompolti but improves the consistency of the experience. That predictability is prized by users who rely on CBD to maintain routine, as variability in THC can lead to unwanted psychoactivity. In regions with strict legal thresholds, this reliability is a key part of Kompolti’s appeal.
Potential Medical and Wellness Applications
While no strain is a medical treatment on its own, Kompolti’s CBD-dominant profile aligns with research investigating CBD for anxiety, sleep, inflammation, and seizure disorders. Randomized and observational studies have documented that single doses of CBD around 300–600 mg can reduce experimentally induced anxiety in healthy volunteers, and prescription CBD has produced clinically meaningful seizure reductions in treatment-resistant epilepsies. In controlled trials of purified CBD for epilepsy, median seizure frequency reductions around 30–40% have been reported versus roughly 15–20% with placebo, although dosing is far higher than what most users obtain from flower.
Inhaled hemp flower generally delivers tens of milligrams of CBD per session, not hundreds. For context, a 0.5 g session at 6% CBD contains about 30 mg, and with inhalation bioavailability around 11–45%, perhaps 9–14 mg reaches circulation. Even at these lower exposures, users frequently report reduced situational stress, a softer perceived pain baseline, and easier transition into sleep, likely via combined cannabinoid-terpene effects.
Terpenes may contribute to perceived benefits. Beta-caryophyllene interacts with CB2 receptors implicated in inflammatory processes, and alpha-pinene is associated anecdotally with focus and airway openness. Myrcene can lend a body-easing feel, potentially complementing CBD’s neuromodulatory actions in preclinical models.
It’s important to distinguish between prescription CBD used in clinical trials and hemp flower used for wellness. Kompolti’s low-THC profile minimizes intoxicating risk, but responses vary and drug-drug interactions are possible, especially at higher CBD intakes. Anyone considering CBD for a health condition should consult a qualified healthcare professional, particularly if using medications metabolized by CYP450 enzymes.
From a practical standpoint, Kompolti may suit users seeking a steady, non-intoxicating baseline for daytime anxiety, post-exercise recovery, or evening wind-down. Because the cultivar’s chemistry is consistent, outcomes are less likely to swing dramatically from batch to batch compared to mixed-source CBD products. Still, tracking personal responses and adjusting timing and route can help optimize individual results.
Cultivation Guide: Environment, Nutrition, and Agronomy
Kompolti thrives in temperate climates with ample sun and moderate humidity. Outdoors, it performs best when average daytime temperatures sit between 22–28°C during vegetative growth and 18–26°C during flowering. The cultivar tolerates brief heat spikes above 32°C and mild cold snaps, but prolonged extremes will reduce vigor and cannabinoid accumulation.
Soils should be well-drained loams with 3–5% organic matter and a pH of 6.0–7.5. For CBD-focused grows, aim for even moisture and consistent nutrition rather than aggressive vegetative push, which can delay or dilute floral development. A seasonal precipitation total of 500–700 mm is sufficient, though supplemental irrigation at 25–35 mm per week during peak summer ensures consistent growth.
Planting density depends on the production goal. For fiber, sowing densities of 200–300 plants per square meter suppress branching and encourage straight stems. For CBD flowers, field densities of 3,000–5,000 plants per acre (7,400–12,300 per hectare) are common, with wider spacings of 1.5–2.0 meters for larger, topped bushes.
Nutrient programs should target balanced growth. As a rule of thumb for outdoor CBD production per hectare: apply 80–120 kg N, 30–60 kg P2O5, and 60–120 kg K2O split across pre-plant and early vegetative stages. Excess nitrogen late in the season can delay flowering and raise disease risk, so taper N as floral initiation approaches.
Indoor and greenhouse cultivation benefit from controlled inputs. In soilless media, maintain pH at 5.8–6.2 and feed to an EC of 1.2–1.8 mS/cm in vegetative growth, dropping slightly to 1.0–1.5 in mid-to-late flower. Target 600–900 µmol·m−2·s−1 PPFD for efficient CBD production; higher PPFDs are tolerated but can outpace nutrient support if not managed.
Photoperiod management is straightforward. Kompolti is photoperiod-sensitive, initiating flower as day length shortens below roughly 14 hours outdoors. Indoors, an 18/6 vegetative schedule followed by a 12/12 flower schedule yields predictable results, with a typical 9–11 week bloom from flip depending on phenotype and environment.
Training techniques can significantly improve yield quality. For CBD flower production, topping once or twice during early vegetative stages encourages lateral branching and more uniform cola development. Light low-stress training can open the canopy, while heavy defoliation is rarely necessary due to the cultivar’s naturally open structure.
Irrigation strategies should avoid extremes. In field systems, drip irrigation with soil-moisture monitoring reduces stress and prevents nutrient leaching. Indoors, allow 10–15% runoff per fertigation to avoid salt buildup and keep root zone EC in range.
Climate management in late flower is critical. Maintain 45–55% RH during weeks 6–10 of bloom and ensure robust airflow across colas to protect against Botrytis in denser microclimates. Nighttime temperatures 3–5°C below daytime help tighten internodes without stalling resin production.
Integrated Pest and Disease Management (IPM)
Kompolti’s open floral structure and sativa-leaning canopy reduce, but do not eliminate, pest and disease risks. Common pests include hemp russet mites (Aculops cannabicola), two-spotted spider mites, aphids, and caterpillars such as corn earworm. Early detection is key; weekly scouting with a 60–100× scope can catch mites before populations explode.
Biological controls fit well with hemp. Predatory mites like Amblyseius andersoni and Neoseiulus californicus help suppress russets and spider mites when released preventatively. Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) sprays can keep caterpillars in check if timed to coincide with larval emergence, reducing crop loss late in flower.
Disease risk centers on Botrytis (gray mold), powdery mildew, and fusarium in wet or compacted soils. Canopy airflow is the single most effective cultural control—Kompolti’s natural spacing helps, but growers should still avoid overhead irrigation late in the day. Keep RH within target bands, prune congested interior shoots, and remove senescent tissue promptly.
Nutritional balance influences resilience. Overshooting nitrogen drives lush, susceptible growth and can spike powdery mildew incidence by increasing leaf succulence. Maintaining adequate calcium and silicon supports cell wall integrity, while consistent potassium during flower improves stress tolerance.
Threshold-based actions prevent over- or under-reacting. For instance, a sporadic aphid presence may not warrant intervention if predators are active, whereas mite hot spots can double in a week at 28–30°C and demand immediate response. Recording scouting data and mapping hot zones help direct precisely targeted treatments.
Harvest Timing, Drying, Curing, and Storage
Timing harvest for Kompolti balances peak CBD with legal THC limits. In many temperate regions, outdoor harvest falls between late September and mid-October, roughly 6–8 weeks after clear floral set. Growers often test weekly from week 5, watching Total THC while tracking CBD rise to select the date with the most favorable ratio.
Visual cues include pistils turning from white to tawny and trichomes shifting from clear to mostly cloudy with few ambers. However, chemistry drives decisions more than visuals in hemp compliance systems. Sampling multiple tops per acre and compositing them for lab analysis yields the most representative snapshot.
Drying should be slow and controlled to protect terpenes and prevent mold. Aim for 15–20°C and 55–60% RH with steady airflow for 10–14 days, avoiding directed fans that can case-harden outer tissues. Flowers are ready to buck when small stems snap cleanly and target moisture is near 10–12%.
Curing further refines Kompolti’s flavor. Store in sealed, food-grade containers at 16–20°C and 58–62% RH for 2–4 weeks, burping lightly for the first 7–10 days to bleed residual moisture. Target a water activity of 0.55–0.62 to stabilize terpenes and inhibit microbial growth.
For long-term storage, oxygen and light are the enemies. Nitrogen-flushed packaging and opaque containers extend shelf life, and cool storage around 15–18°C slows oxidation. Properly stored, Kompolti flower retains aromatic character and cannabinoid integrity for 6–12 months, with gradual terpene softening over time.
Yield Expectations and Economic Considerations
Yields hinge on production goals and planting density. In fiber configurations at high density, Kompolti can produce 7–12 metric tons per hectare of dry stalk under good agronomy, with seed yields around 0.6–1.2 t/ha when grown as a dual-purpose crop. For CBD flower at lower densities with male roguing, dried floral biomass yields often range from 500–1,500 kg/ha, depending on climate, fertility, and harvest timing.
Indoors, Kompolti is typically not a yield king compared to resin-bred drug cultivars, but it remains serviceable and compliant. Expect 250–400 g/m² of trimmed flower in a controlled environment with 600–900 µmol·m−2·s−1 PPFD and dialed-in fertigation. The tradeoff is a reliable CBD:THC ratio and a terpene profile that suits non-intoxicating products.
Economic outcomes are shaped by compliance, testing cadence, and labor practices. Regular pre-harvest analytics prevent the costly scenario of biomass exceeding THC limits, which can force destruction. Mechanization of harvest and bucking can improve margins at acreage scale, though care must be taken to avoid excessive trichome loss.
Market prices for compliant CBD biomass fluctuate seasonally and with regulatory shifts. Consistency, clean COAs, and good post-harvest handling often command a premium, sometimes 10–25% above bulk rates for mixed, poorly cured lots. ApeOrigin’s mostly sativa Kompolti helps producers compete on reliability, which can quietly outperform chasing peak potency in strict-THC jurisdictions.
Risk management includes crop insurance where available, irrigation redundancy, and IPM budgeting. A well-planned Kompolti field with strong compliance discipline is positioned to hit yield targets and maintain marketability even in variable seasons. Over multiple years, that predictability tends to outperform speculative, marginally compliant lines.
