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indica-dominant strainIce Cream Cake
Ice Cream Cake refers to several indica-dominant cultivars with different lineages. What they have in common are creamy vanilla, dough and nutty notes, dense trichome coverage, and a calming, physically relaxing effect.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- nutty
Effects
- appetite-stimulating
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
The values are provided for orientation. Actual levels may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and cultivation environment.
Genetics
Parent line and family tree
Ice Cream Cake is at the beginning. The documented parent lines then follow through to the 4th generation.
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StrainIce Cream Cake
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ParentWedding Cake
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GrandparentsCherry Pie
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3rd generationDurban Poison
- 4th generationSouth African Sativa
- 4th generationAfrica - Sativa
- 3rd generationGDP
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3rd generationDurban Poison
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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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GrandparentsCherry Pie
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ParentWedding Cake
Editorial profile
Ice Cream Cake in detail
Origin & classification
Ice Cream Cake is less a clearly defined single cultivar than a name under which several breeders offer their own variants. The source cites two different lines as examples: Mad Scientist Genetics combines Cheesecake with Dream Cookie, while Seed Junky Genetics crosses Gelato #33 with Wedding Cake. A blanket attribution solely to Wedding Cake therefore does not accurately reflect this diversity.
Aroma & flavour
Despite their different genetics, the described variants show a recognisable aromatic relationship. Creamy vanilla, sweet dough and nutty tones are mentioned repeatedly. The Mad Scientist Genetics version also features sour accents; another description mentions a light gas note. Spicy nuances are associated with Caryophyllene, while Limonene and Linalool are also cited as defining terpenes. The terpene names misspelled in the German source text should be corrected before publication.
Terpene profile
Visually, compact to conical flowers with a green base colour are described. An abundant coating of white trichomes makes the surface appear matte and frosty. Colour and shape may vary depending on phenotype and batch; an additional English description also mentions green-purple flowers. This variation is consistent with the fact that the name encompasses versions from several breeders, and not every Ice Cream Cake has the same genetic background.
Effect tendency
Experience reports characterise the effects primarily as calming, euphoric, physically relaxing and, in some expressions, sleepy. An appetite-stimulating side is also recorded in the dataset. Such details describe typical reports but do not guarantee a specific effect. Medical claims from the source material are insufficiently substantiated and do not belong in a public profile. It is more appropriate to describe the strain as frequently deeply relaxing and generally suited to quiet situations.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
The recorded THC range is 22 to 27 percent; 23 percent is specifically stated for the Mad Scientist variant. These values depend on the breeder, phenotype and batch. The variant in question won first place in the “Best Indica Plant” category at the IC 420 Growers Cup in 2018. Information on flowering time, yield or cultivation is not available, however. A careful profile must therefore always treat Ice Cream Cake on a version-specific basis: its aromatic character and calming foundation recur, but lineage, potency and appearance are not identical across all offerings.
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Frequently asked questions about Ice Cream Cake
What kind of strain is Ice Cream Cake?
We list Ice Cream Cake as an indica-dominant strain with Wedding Cake as its parent line.
What genetics are behind Ice Cream Cake?
The parent line of Ice Cream Cake is Wedding Cake.
What does Ice Cream Cake smell and taste like?
In terms of aroma, Ice Cream Cake is primarily sweet, vanilla, berry, buttery and nutty. The expression may vary in intensity depending on the batch and phenotype.
Which terpenes are associated with Ice Cream Cake?
The Ice Cream Cake profile includes Limonene, valencene, Phellandrene and Caryophyllene. They complement the described aromatic profile.
What effects can be expected from Ice Cream Cake?
We primarily describe Ice Cream Cake as relaxing, uplifting, sleepy, appetite-stimulating and euphoric. Effects are subjective and are not a medical promise.
How high is the THC content of Ice Cream Cake?
Ice Cream Cake is listed with a THC range of 22–27 %. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and cultivation environment.
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