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indica-dominant strain

GMO

GMO, also known as GMO Cookies or Garlic Cookies, is a strongly indica-dominant cross of Chemdawg and Girl Scout Cookies. Its distinctive profile combines garlic, diesel, herbs, spices and cookie sweetness.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • diesel
  • citrusy
  • pine-like
  • garlicky
  • spicy
  • cookie-like

Effects

  • euphoric
  • sleepy
  • mood-enhancing
  • body-focused

Terpenes

  • Caryophyllene
  • Limonene
  • Myrcene

Cannabinoid profile

Recorded ranges

THC 28 %
CBD 0,7 %

These values are provided for context. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parent line and family tree

GMO is at the top. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.

Editorial profile

GMO in detail

Origin & classification

Few names sum up this strain’s distinctive character as succinctly as Garlic Cookies. GMO is also known as GMO Cookies and Garlic Cookies and is traced back to a cross of Chemdawg, or Chem D, with Girl Scout Cookies. The available strain data lists these parents partly twice and with different spellings. The detailed description names Mamiko Seeds as the origin; this attribution should remain tied to the relevant version.

Aroma & flavour

The aroma is savoury, sharp and deliberately not very crowd-pleasing. Garlic takes centre stage, accompanied by pronounced diesel and chemical-like notes. Herbs, spices and sometimes coffee deepen the dark side, while a cookie undertone points to the Cookies lineage. Citrus and pine sit above this, lending some freshness to the heavy base note. Some descriptions even mention fermented or decay-like nuances. It is precisely this unusual combination of garlic, fuel and spicy sweetness that defines GMO’s recognisability.

Terpene profile

Caryophyllene, limonene and myrcene are recorded as the primary terpenes. Caryophyllene accompanies the peppery-spicy component, limonene matches the citrus top notes and myrcene the earthy depth. The source also describes high resin production and robust genetics. Without specific cultivation data, however, no reliable conclusions can be drawn regarding yield, flowering time or difficulty. Different Chem Cookies variants may also display different phenotypes despite having a similar origin.

Effects tendency

Regarding effects, the sources initially mention euphoria and a mental lift. At the same time, a pronounced body sensation develops, described as relaxing and heavy. With stronger expression or larger amounts, tiredness or sedation is mentioned. The effect profile therefore ranges from an elevated mood to deep physical calm. These details are based on strain descriptions and individual experiences; they are neither guaranteed nor intended as medical advice.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

THC is stated as 24 to 30 percent, or as an individual value of 28 percent, while CBD is listed at 0,7 percent. Such values vary according to batch, phenotype, cultivation and laboratory. They should not be presented as the consistent chemical composition of every GMO flower. The original source also contains treatment claims and specific usage recommendations that have not been included in this portrait due to a lack of clinical evidence. The reliable points are the well-known Chemdawg-Cookies connection, the characteristic garlic-diesel aroma, the resinous flower structure and the described transition from euphoria to physical heaviness.

Similar strains & related profiles

These profiles may be interesting if you would like to compare strains by similar parent lines, similar names or related genetic context.

Related genetic context

Chemdawg CookiesGarlic CookiesGinger CookiesGirl Scout GarlicGMO CookiesKoko Cookies

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about GMO

What type of strain is GMO?

We list GMO as an indica-dominant strain with the parent line Chemdawg × Girl Scout Cookies × Chem D × GSC.

What genetics are behind GMO?

GMO’s parent line is Chemdawg × Girl Scout Cookies × Chem D × GSC.

What does GMO smell and taste like?

GMO is primarily characterised by diesel, citrus, pine, garlic, spice and cookie-like notes. The intensity may vary depending on batch and phenotype.

Which terpenes are associated with GMO?

GMO’s profile features caryophyllene, limonene and myrcene. They complement the aroma profile described above.

What effects can be expected from GMO?

We primarily describe GMO as euphoric, sleepy, mood-enhancing and body-focused. Effects are subjective and are not a medical promise.

How high is GMO’s THC content?

A THC range of 28 % is stated for GMO. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.