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GR4

GR4 is a potent indica-dominant strain from GG4 × Green Ribbon. Aromatically, it often presents as chemical, diesel-like and sweet, while its effects are rather balanced, with a noticeable head and body presence. This makes it more classic than many sweet exotic strains.

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Character profile

Aroma, effects and terpenes

Aromas

  • chemical
  • diesel-like
  • sweet
  • sour
  • citrusy
  • zesty
  • pine-like

Effects

  • euphoric
  • creative
  • balancing
  • strongly relaxing
  • calming

Terpenes

  • Caryophyllene
  • Myrcene
  • Limonene
  • Humulene
  • Linalool

Cannabinoid profile

Documented ranges

THC up to 30%
CBD up to 1%

The values are intended for classification. Actual levels may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.

Genetics

Parentage and lineage

GR4 is at the beginning. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.

Editorial profile

GR4 in detail

Origin & classification

GR4 is an indica-dominant strain from GG4 × Green Ribbon. With up to 30% THC, GR4 is clearly in the very potent range. CBD plays more of a supporting role at up to 1%.

Aroma & flavour

GR4’s aroma is primarily chemical, diesel-like, sweet and sour. Caryophyllene, Myrcene and Limonene fit this impression well and give the profile additional depth. The blend of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.

Terpene profile

GR4’s effects are generally described as euphoric, creative, balancing and couch-locking. This is precisely what often makes the strain interesting: it does not lean in only one direction, but engages both the head and the body.

Effect tendency

The strain is not one-dimensional, but potent without a single aspect taking centre stage.

Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance

GR4 is therefore particularly suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects together in as balanced a way as possible. Those who appreciate classic, direct and less polished strain profiles may find this direction more appealing than purely trend-driven strains.

Further classification

GR4 is described as euphoric, creative, balancing, couch-locking and calming. Its lineage from GG4 x Green Ribbon makes GR4’s genetic direction easy to understand. Aromatically, it follows a sweet, fruity direction: chemical, diesel-like, sweet, sour and citrusy. GR4’s THC profile reaches up to 30%, making it clearly potent. CBD remains a secondary aspect of GR4’s profile at up to 1%. What is particularly interesting about GR4 is the tension between sweet-fruity notes and the more classic, earthy-spicy base. Myrcene, Caryophyllene and Limonene suggest a blend of soft base notes, spicy depth and a fresher top note in GR4. When comparing it with other strains, this effect profile is often more informative than a single THC value. The parent strains are therefore not merely an indication of origin; they also help compare GR4 more precisely with similar strains. With GR4, the THC value itself becomes a defining part of the strain description. Ultimately, it sits closer to the relaxed, fuller-bodied side than to a purely bright daytime profile.

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Questions and answers

Frequently asked questions about GR4

What type of strain is GR4?

We list GR4 as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage GG4 × Green Ribbon.

What genetics are behind GR4?

GR4’s parentage is GG4 × Green Ribbon.

What does GR4 smell and taste like?

Aromatically, GR4 is primarily chemical, diesel-like, sweet, sour, citrusy, zesty and pine-like. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.

Which terpenes are associated with GR4?

GR4’s profile includes Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Limonene, Humulene and Linalool. They complement the aroma profile described above.

What effects can be expected from GR4?

We primarily describe GR4 as euphoric, creative, balancing, strongly relaxing and calming. Effect impressions are subjective and do not constitute a medical promise.

How high is GR4’s THC content?

GR4 is listed with a THC range of up to 30%. Actual values may vary depending on batch, phenotype and growing environment.