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GMO x MAC

18.8%

THC

Top flavors

citrusspicyearthy
CalmingEnergizing

GMO x MAC effects are mostly energizing.

Low THCHigh THC

GMO x MAC potency is average.

GMO x MAC is a modern, hybrid-indica strain created through the crossing of its two namesake parent varieties, GMO and MAC. This cultivar has shown its value in the breeding community as a parent plant, serving as the genetic foundation for offspring such as Platinum Diesel Dough and Tinkerdick Quall. Cultivators can expect a moderate level of difficulty when growing this strain, which thrives in both indoor and outdoor environments. With a flowering cycle of 60 days, it is recognized for producing high yields.

The chemical character of GMO x MAC is defined by a complex terpene profile led by limonene, caryophyllene, and myrcene, followed by humulene, beta-pinene, and a subtle presence of isopulegol, pinene, and linalool. The tertiary profile consists of eucalyptol, bisabolol, nerolidol, terpinolene, camphene, ocimene, borneol, and guaiol. This chemical diversity dictates a distinct sensory experience, as these compounds layer together to define the strain's specific aroma and flavour profile. The strain is THC-dominant, ensuring a potent cannabinoid content that characterizes its pharmacological interaction.

Users of GMO x MAC typically report a state of feeling relaxed, calm, and focused. These functional effects make the strain suitable for managing physical pain, alleviating stress, and assisting with sleep. As a modern hybrid, it provides a balanced experience that reconciles its indica dominance with the specific mental clarity reported by those who consume it for its therapeutic potential. Its genetic influence continues to persist through its recognized progeny, cementing its role in contemporary cannabis hybridization.

Terpene Profile

Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.

limonene ~60%caryophyllene ~28%myrcene ~12%
TerpeneShare
limonene~60%
caryophyllene~28%
myrcene~12%

Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.

~60%

citrus

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Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.

~28%

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.

~12%

earthy

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Russo 2011: naloxone-sensitive analgesia, potentiates barbiturate sleep; dominant sedating terpenoid; blocks hepatic carcinogenesis by aflatoxin.

Effects

Reported effects — derived from terpene chemistry and cannabinoid profile.

Genetic Profile

Indica-dominant

■ Indica 70%■ Sativa 30%

Primarily indica with sativa influence. Relaxing body with some cerebral lift.

THC-Dominant

High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.

Genealogy

Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of GMO x MAC.

Composite Traits

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Similar strains

Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GMO x MAC indica or sativa?

GMO x MAC is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).

What terpene is dominant in GMO x MAC?

Limonene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.

Is GMO x MAC good for daytime use?

GMO x MAC 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.