Apples and Bananas
22.7%
THC
0.06%
CBD
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Terpenes
Apples and Bananas effects are mostly calming.
Apples and Bananas potency is average.
Apples and Bananas
22.7%
THC
0.06%
CBD
Top flavors
Terpenes
Apples and Bananas effects are mostly calming.
Apples and Bananas potency is average.
Apples and Bananas is a THC-dominant hybrid-indica strain resulting from a complex cross of Girl Scout Cookies, Granddaddy Purple, Gelato, and Mac 1. Cultivated primarily in indoor environments, this modern variety requires a flowering period of 63 days and carries a moderate difficulty rating for growers. When managed correctly, the plants are capable of producing a high yield and have served as a foundational genetic block for a diverse range of offspring, including Aeroz, Apple & Bananas, Apple Crasher, Apple Gary, Apple Jester, Apples N' Bananaz BX, Applez and Bananaz, Auraz, Bananza, Carbon Cake, Chocolatey Sundae, and Compound Z.
The chemical profile of this strain is defined by a broad range of compounds, led by dominant myrcene, followed by ocimene and caryophyllene. The secondary to tertiary profile continues with pinene, humulene, bisabolol, beta-pinene, limonene, linalool, and nerolidol, while smaller trace amounts of caryophyllene-oxide, valencene, camphene, borneol, and sabinene round out the complex terpene composition. These compounds contribute to the specific aromatic and sensory experience observed during consumption, reflecting the dense lineage of its multifaceted parentage.
In terms of functional effects, Apples and Bananas delivers a consistent experience that users frequently describe as relaxed, euphoric, calm, and uplifted. These characteristics make it a noted choice for individuals seeking relief from stress, pain, or anxiety. As a modern hybrid-indica, the strain remains widely utilized for its balance of these specific therapeutic outcomes, solidifying its place in contemporary cultivation as a reliable genetic contributor to the broader market of modern cannabis variations.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| terpinolene | ~28% | herbal | creative · social |
| caryophyllene | ~12% | spicy | relaxing · social |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.
~28%
herbal
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PMC11060501: antinociception via NO/PGE2/TNF-α inhibition; associated with cerebral sativa profiles; least clinically characterised of major terpenes.
~12%
spicy
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Russo 2011: only terpene that is a selective full CB2 agonist (100 nM); Gertsch et al. 2008: acts as dietary cannabinoid; unique anti-inflammatory and gastric cytoprotective properties.
Effects
Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
uplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
happy
anytimeGenetic Profile
Indica-dominant
Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Compound Genetics four-way Platinum Cookies × GDP × Blue Power × Gelatti cross released 2019; fruit-candy-gas terpene complexity.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Apples and Bananas.
Ancestry
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Parents
Siblings
Share parents girl scout cookies / granddaddy purple / gelato / mac 1
Offspring — 30 strains bred from Apples and Bananas
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Apples and Bananas indica or sativa?
Apples and Bananas is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Apples and Bananas?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Terpinolene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Apples and Bananas good for daytime use?
Apples and Bananas is versatile and works across different times of day depending on dose and individual response.
How accurate is this data?
See the "Data confidence" card in the sidebar. Terpene profiles and effects are chemistry-informed estimates — individual responses depend on phenotype, source, and personal chemistry.