Wedding Cake
21.5%
THC
0.1%
CBG
Top flavors
Terpenes
Wedding Cake has balanced effects.
Wedding Cake potency is average.
Wedding Cake
21.5%
THC
0.1%
CBG
Top flavors
Terpenes
Wedding Cake has balanced effects.
Wedding Cake potency is average.
Wedding Cake is a classic hybrid-indica cultivar created through the crossing of Girl Scout Cookies and Gelato. This strain is recognized for its development in indoor environments. Cultivators can expect a moderate difficulty level when managing this plant, which is capable of producing a high yield.
The chemical profile of Wedding Cake is led by a dominant presence of caryophyllene, followed by limonene, myrcene, linalool, humulene, bisabolol, beta-pinene, and pinene. This arrangement of terpenes dictates the strain’s sensory characteristics, offering a nuanced aromatic and flavor experience derived directly from this specific chemical hierarchy.
As a THC-dominant cultivar, Wedding Cake produces effects commonly described as relaxed, happy, and hungry. These properties make it a frequent choice for individuals addressing stress, anxiety, or a lack of appetite. The strain’s influence reaches beyond its own consumption as a progenitor for numerous descendants, serving as the genetic foundation for offspring such as Banana Runtz Cake, Orange Bundt Cake, Delicious Cookies, Mazar-i-Cake, Palazzo, Gushcake, Peanut Butter Breath Mintz, Ice Cream Cake, Gushlava, Wedding Cake x Gelato #41, Nugga-Cola Quantum, and Papaya Julius.
Terpene Profile
Synergies (+) and conflicts (−) are relative to each other within this profile.
| Terpene | Share | Character | Likely role |
|---|---|---|---|
| caryophyllene | ~60% | spicy | relaxing · social |
| limonene | ~28% | citrus | social · creative |
| myrcene | ~12% | earthy | relaxing · solo |
Research notes below describe isolated terpene mechanisms and early findings. They do not guarantee effects from this strain and are not medical advice.
~60%
spicy
●●○○
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.
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.
relaxed
eveningPrimary endpoint of myrcene+linalool sedating combinations; GABA modulation is the dominant mechanistic driver.
hungry
eveningTHC-driven CB1 agonism in hypothalamic hunger centers; humulene (anorectic) and THCV (CB1 antagonism) directly conflict; myrcene potentiates THC-induced hunger.
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.
Seed Junky Genetics Triangle Kush × Animal Mints cross (also called Pink Cookies); one of the top-selling strains of the modern era.
Genealogy
Parentage, ancestry, and genetic relatives of Wedding Cake.
Ancestry
Great-grandparents
Grandparents
Siblings
Share parents girl scout cookies / gelato
Offspring — 30 strains bred from Wedding Cake
Composite Traits
Where to buy Wedding Cake
No verified dispensaries on file — find it on Leafly.
Dispensary Locator
Find which dispensaries near you currently stock Wedding Cake.
or enter a city / postcode
Community Reviews
The body high was good but it knocked me out completely. I was hoping for more of a balanced vibe but this is pure couch lock for me.
This stuff is amazing for unwinding after a rough day. A few hits and my body just chills out, helps me eat dinner too.
What would Wedding Cake × ? produce?
Predict the terpene profile, effects, and growing traits of a cross. Our gene weaver engine votes on dominant traits from both parents.
Build a cross with Wedding Cake →Similar strains
Same primary terpene with overlapping effects.
Gushers
Mochi
Triple Chocolate Chip
Cookies and Cream
Animal Cookies
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wedding Cake indica or sativa?
Wedding Cake is modeled here as a indica-dominant (primarily indica with sativa influence).
What terpene is dominant in Wedding Cake?
Caryophyllene is shown as the dominant terpene at approximately ~60%. Limonene follows as the secondary terpene.
Is Wedding Cake good for daytime use?
Wedding Cake 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.