Pound Cake Auto
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Pound Cake Auto effects are mostly calming.
Pound Cake Auto
Pound Cake Auto is a modern, auto-flowering variety derived from Ruderalis genetics. Engineered for ease of cultivation, this strain performs well in both indoor and outdoor environments, reaching maturity after a 77-day flowering period. While the plants produce a low yield, the focus remains on the specific auto-flowering trait integrated into its genetic makeup. This variety serves as the parental lineage for the notable offspring known as Blackberry Poundcake.
The terpene profile of Pound Cake Auto is marked by a complex, diverse chemical composition headed by myrcene, caryophyllene, and limonene. Following these primary aromatics are pinene, terpinolene, and linalool, with secondary contributions from beta-pinene, humulene, and nerolidol. The sensory experience is further refined by trace amounts of ocimene, bisabolol, guaiol, camphene, caryophyllene-oxide, and p-cymene, which collectively contribute to the strain's nuanced aromatic profile.
As a THC-dominant cultivar, Pound Cake Auto typically induces effects described as relaxed, happy, and uplifted. These characteristics make it a candidate for users seeking management of stress and pain, or those looking to support sleep cycles. The strain remains a distinct entry in modern breeding for its specific combination of auto-flowering convenience and therapeutic applications.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| myrcene | ~60% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
| caryophyllene | ~28% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~12% | citrus | social · creative |
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%
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.
Russo 2011: increases serotonin in prefrontal cortex + dopamine in hippocampus via 5-HT1A; Johns Hopkins 2024: significantly reduced anxiety vs THC alone.
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.
happy
anytimeuplifted
morningLimonene anxiolytic/antidepressant via serotonin elevation in prefrontal cortex (Russo 2011); mood improvement without full euphoria; key for balanced-1-1 profiles.
Genetic Profile
Autoflower
Photoperiod-independent. Flowers based on age, not light cycle. Compact and fast.
THC-Dominant
High THC, trace CBD. Psychoactive. Full CB1 agonism — euphoria, appetite, analgesia.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Pound Cake Auto.
Ancestry
Great-great-grandparents
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parent ruderalis
Offspring — 1 strains bred from Pound Cake Auto
Composite Traits
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pound Cake Auto indica or sativa?
Pound Cake Auto is modeled here as a autoflower (photoperiod-independent).
What terpene is dominant in Pound Cake Auto?
Myrcene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Caryophyllene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Pound Cake Auto good for daytime use?
Pound Cake Auto 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.