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indica-dominant strainWatermelon
Watermelon is an indica-dominant strain with the lineage Tropicana Cookies × Lemon OG. Typical aromas include fruity, watermelon and sweet notes. The effects are generally described as euphoric, relaxing and calming.
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Aroma, effects and terpenes
Aromas
- earthy
Effects
Terpenes
Cannabinoid profile
Recorded ranges
These values are intended as a guide. Actual levels may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
Genetics
Parentage and family tree
Watermelon is at the beginning. Below are the documented parent lines through the 4th generation.
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StrainWatermelon
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ParentsTropicana Cookies
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GrandparentsTangie
- 3rd generationSkunk
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3rd generationCalifornia Orange
- 4th generationCannalope Haze
- 4th generationG-13
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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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GrandparentsTangie
- ParentsLemon OG
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ParentsTropicana Cookies
Editorial profile
Watermelon in detail
Origin & classification
Watermelon is an indica-dominant strain from Tropicana Cookies × Lemon OG. With up to 25 % THC, Watermelon clearly falls into the more potent range. With up to 1 %, CBD plays more of a supporting role.
Aroma & flavour
In terms of aroma, Watermelon is primarily fruity, watermelon, sweet and earthy. Caryophyllene, Myrcene and Limonene fit this impression well and give the profile additional depth. The combination of sweeter and classically spicy notes makes the strain more distinctive than many smoother standard hybrids.
Terpene profile
Watermelon is generally described as euphoric, relaxing and calming in terms of its effects. This is precisely what often makes the strain interesting, as it does not lean in just one direction but engages both mind and body.
Effect tendency
Watermelon therefore sits closer to modern dessert strains than to classic old-school lines. Many sources describe the strain as anything but one-dimensional: potent, without a single aspect dominating.
Cannabinoids, flowering & appearance
Watermelon is particularly suited to people who want to experience aroma and effects together in as balanced a way as possible. Fans of modern dessert and exotic lines in particular are likely to find many familiar elements here.
Further classification
With a maximum of 25 % THC, Watermelon moves into the more potent corner of the strain spectrum. CBD is only present at a low level in Watermelon, at up to 1 %. Watermelon's descent from Tropicana Cookies x Lemon OG makes its genetic direction easy to understand. Aromatically, it presents a sweet, fruity direction: fruity, watermelon, sweet, earthy and citrusy. Its effects are described as euphoric, relaxing and calming. With Watermelon, the aroma is not merely an added feature but a central part of the strain's identity. Limonene complements Watermelon's sweet, fruity side particularly well and gives it a fresher contour. When classifying Watermelon, it is important to note that its active side does not stand alone but is balanced by calmer effects. The parent strains are therefore not merely an indication of origin; they also help to compare Watermelon more accurately with similar strains. With Watermelon, its potency should remain visible in the classification without reducing the strain to its THC value.
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Frequently asked questions about Watermelon
What kind of strain is Watermelon?
We classify Watermelon as an indica-dominant strain with the parentage Tropicana Cookies × Lemon OG.
What genetics are behind Watermelon?
Watermelon's parentage is Tropicana Cookies × Lemon OG.
What does Watermelon smell and taste like?
Aromatically, Watermelon is primarily fruity, watermelon-like, sweet, earthy, citrusy, lemony and cookie-like. Depending on the batch and phenotype, the expression may vary in intensity.
Which terpenes are associated with Watermelon?
Watermelon's profile includes Caryophyllene, Myrcene, Limonene and Linalool. They complement the described aroma profile.
What effects can be expected from Watermelon?
We primarily describe Watermelon as euphoric, relaxing and calming. Effects are subjective and do not constitute a medical promise.
How high is Watermelon's THC content?
Watermelon is listed with a THC range of up to 25 %. Actual values may vary depending on the batch, phenotype and growing environment.
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