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indica-dominant strainBanana Cream
Banana Cream features a rich dessert profile of banana, cream and vanilla, complemented by orange, mint, earth and further fruit accents. Reports describe a gradual transition from euphoria, cheerfulness and sociability to balance and relaxation.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- banana
- creamy
- earthy
Effects
- balancing
- sociable
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
The values are provided for context. Actual levels may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parentage and family tree
Banana Cream is at the beginning. The documented parent lines through the 4th generation follow below.
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StrainBanana Cream
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ParentsBlue Dream
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GrandparentsBlueberry
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3rd generationAfghani
- 4th generationAfghanistan
- 3rd generationThai
- 3rd generationPurple Thai
- 3rd generationAfghan
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3rd generationAfghani
- GrandparentsHaze
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GrandparentsBlueberry
- ParentsBanana OG
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ParentsCookies
- GrandparentsDo-Si-Dos
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GrandparentsGirl Scout Cookies
- 3rd generationOG Kush
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3rd generationDurban Poison
- 4th generationSouth African Sativa
- 4th generationAfrica - Sativa
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ParentsBlue Dream
Editorial profile
Banana Cream in detail
Origin & classification
Banana Cream already carries its most distinctive feature in its name: Its aroma and flavor profile recalls a sweet dessert with banana and cream. The strain is classified as an indica-dominant hybrid. However, there is no consensus on its exact origin. Depending on the source, Blue Dream, Banana OG, Cookies or Ocean Beach OG are mentioned; the brief English source, in turn, limits the lineage to Banana OG and Cookies. A fixed lineage would therefore be misleading.
Aroma & flavor
The aroma, by contrast, is described in detail and with broad consistency. Ripe banana, a creamy texture and vanilla sweetness form the core. Orange adds a brighter fruit accent, while fresh mint or peppermint provides a cool contrast. Earthy notes and further fruit nuances remain in the background. Comparing it with banana cream pie or banana pudding illustrates the dessert character without promising a literally identical flavor experience.
Terpene profile
The recorded terpene spectrum includes myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene, linalool, ocimene and pinene. The source text also identifies alpha- and beta-pinene as well as beta-caryophyllene more specifically. The combination brings together citrus freshness, spicy depth, floral creaminess and sweet, woody nuances. Since no laboratory percentages are available, this should not be used to infer guaranteed dominance of individual terpenes or an unchanging profile across all batches.
Effect tendency
The effects are often described as building gradually. At first, euphoria, cheerfulness, an elevated mood and sociability are prominent; clarity is also mentioned. Balance and more pronounced relaxation emerge later. Statements about sleep or appetite from the source text are not included because they are phrased as therapeutic or guaranteed benefit claims. The reliable effect profile consists of a transition from a lively, social phase to greater calm.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Potency figures vary. The dataset lists a maximum of 25 percent THC, the German source 22 to 26 percent and the English source approximately 20 to 26 percent. CBD is given as around or at most one percent. An exact THC range is therefore omitted. Cannabinoid levels generally fluctuate with phenotype, cultivation, harvest timing and batch. Banana Cream can thus be meaningfully described through its aromatic profile and progression of effects without concealing the unresolved numerical and lineage discrepancy.
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Frequently asked questions about Banana Cream
What kind of strain is Banana Cream?
We classify Banana Cream as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Blue Dream × Banana OG × Cookies.
What genetics are behind Banana Cream?
The parentage of Banana Cream is Blue Dream × Banana OG × Cookies.
What does Banana Cream smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Banana Cream is primarily banana, creamy, vanilla, minty, earthy, fruity and orange. The intensity may vary depending on the batch and phenotype.
Which terpenes are associated with Banana Cream?
Banana Cream's profile includes myrcene, limonene, caryophyllene, linalool, ocimene and pinene. They complement the described aromatic profile.
What effect tendency does Banana Cream have?
We primarily describe Banana Cream as euphoric, cheerful, uplifting, clear-headed, balancing, sociable and relaxing. Effects are subjective and are not a medical promise.
How high is the THC content of Banana Cream?
Banana Cream is listed with a THC level of up to 25 %. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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