Hybrid strains contain a mix of sativa and indica genetics and, depending on their lineage, can take on characteristics from both strain families.

Hybrid

Gelato (also referred to as &quot;Larry Bird&quot;)&nbsp;is a tantalizing hybrid cannabis strain from Cookie Fam and Sherbinski, following in the footsteps of its parents <a href="/strains/sunset-sherbert">Sunset Sherbet</a> and <a href="/strains/thin-mint">Thin Mint GSC</a>. This Bay Area, California native gets its name from the fruity, dessert-like aroma, a common genetic thread among the Cookie family. Her buds tend to bloom in dark purple hues illuminated by fiery orange hairs and a shining white coat of crystal resin. Novice consumers may want to approach this THC powerhouse with caution, but those armed with a high tolerance will delight in Gelato&rsquo;s heavy-handed euphoria. Physical relaxation comes on strong, but many find themselves still mentally agile enough to stay productive and creative when enjoying Gelato during the day.

Gelato

caryophyllene

humulene

limonene

linalool

myrcene

ocimene

pinene

terpinolene

GSC, formerly&nbsp;known as Girl Scout Cookies,&nbsp;is an <a href="/strains/og-kush">OG Kush</a>&nbsp;and <a href="/strains/durban-poison">Durban Poison</a> <a href="/strains/lists/category/hybrid">hybrid</a> cross whose reputation grew too large to stay within the borders of its California homeland. With a <a href="/strains/lists/flavor/sweet">sweet</a> and <a href="/strains/lists/flavor/earthy">earthy</a> aroma, GSC launches you to <a href="/strains/lists/effect/euphoric">euphoria</a>&rsquo;s top floor where full-body <a href="/strains/lists/effect/relaxed">relaxation</a> meets a time-bending cerebral space. A little goes a long way with this hybrid, whose THC heights have won GSC numerous Cannabis Cup awards. Patients needing a strong dose of relief, however, may look to GSC for severe <a href="/strains/lists/symptom/pain">pain</a>, <a href="/strains/lists/symptom/nausea">nausea</a>, and <a href="/strains/lists/symptom/lack-of-appetite">appetite loss</a>.

There are several different <a href="/news/growing/cannabis-genotypes-and-phenotypes-what-makes-a-strain-unique">phenotypes</a> of the GSC strain including <a href="/strains/thin-mint">Thin Mint</a> and <a href="/strains/platinum-gsc">Platinum GSC</a>, which exhibit some variation in appearance and effect. Typically, however, GSC expresses its beauty in twisting green <a href="/news/cannabis-101/cannabis-anatomy-the-parts-of-the-plant">calyxes</a> wrapped in purple leaves and fiery orange hairs. Patients and consumers looking to cultivate this cannabis staple themselves should wait 9 to 10 weeks for their indoor plants to finish flowering.

Wedding Cake, also known as <a href="/strains/pink-cookies">Pink Cookies</a>, is the familial genetic cross of <a href="/strains/gsc">Girl Scout Cookies</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/strains/cherry-pie">Cherry Pie</a>. This delectable treat is rich with tangy sweet earth and pepper, taking notes and dimension from its OG and <a href="/strains/durban-poison">Durban Poison</a> parentage. Enjoy this double dose of dense dankness with care, as certain farms have noted extremely high THC content.

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Wedding Cake

Original Glue (GG4), developed by GG Strains, is a potent hybrid strain that delivers heavy-handed euphoria and relaxation, leaving you feeling &ldquo;glued&rdquo; to the couch. Its chunky, resin-covered buds fill the room with pungent earthy and sour aromas inherited from its parent strains, <a href="/strains/chems-sister">Chem&rsquo;s Sister</a>, <a href="/strains/sour-dubble">Sour Dubb</a>, and <a href="/strains/chocolate-diesel">Chocolate Diesel</a>. Taking first place in both the Michigan and Los Angeles 2014 Cannabis Cups as well as the High Times Jamaican World Cup, this multiple award-winning hybrid&#39;s supremacy is no longer a secret, and consumers will search far and wide to get their hands sticky with Original Glue (GG4).

Original Glue

OG Kush was first cultivated in Florida, in the early &lsquo;90s when a strain from Northern California was crossed with a <a href="/strains/hindu-kush">Hindu Kush</a> plant from Amsterdam. The result was a hybrid with a unique terpene profile that boasts a complex aroma with notes of fuel, skunk,&nbsp;and spice.&nbsp;

The genetic backbone of West Coast cannabis varieties, OG Kush arrived in Los Angeles in 1996 when Matt &ldquo;Bubba&rdquo; Berger brought it (along with &ldquo;The Bubba,&rdquo; which was later used to create the famed <a href="/strains/bubba-kush">Bubba Kush</a>) from Florida to legendary cultivator Josh D. Since then, OG Kush has become a worldwide staple used to create numerous famous strains like <a href="/strains/gsc">GSC</a> and <a href="/strains/headband">Headband</a>. There are many different phenotypes of OG Kush, including <a href="/strains/tahoe-og">Tahoe OG</a>, <a href="/strains/sfv-og">SFV OG</a>, and <a href="/strains/ghost-og">Ghost OG</a>.

OG Kush

Heir to the <a href="/strains/gsc">GSC</a>&nbsp;throne is Sherbert, also known as Sherbet and/or Sunset&nbsp;Sherbert, an indica-leaning <a href="/strains/lists/category/hybrid">hybrid</a> with intoxicatingly potent effects. Bred by Mr. Sherbinski, Sherbert inherits the genetic lineage of its GSC parent, whose ancestors include the famed <a href="/strains/og-kush">OG Kush</a>, <a href="/strains/cherry-pie">Cherry Pie</a>, and <a href="/strains/durban-poison">Durban Poison</a>. Crossed with&nbsp;<a href="/strains/pink-panties">Pink Panties</a>, Sherbert exhibits powerful full-body effects elevated by a jolt of cerebral energy. A complex aroma colors Sherbert with notes of skunky citrus, sweet berry, and that candy-like smell redolent of its GSC parent. Stress, tension, and sour moods melt away with the carefree mindset and physical relaxation that comes with this rich hybrid.

Sherbert

A hyped Cookies Family strain, Runtz is a cross of&nbsp;<a href="/strains/zkittlez">Zkittlez</a> and <a href="/strains/gelato">Gelato</a>&nbsp;that is rare and sought-after. Celebrated for its incredibly fruity profile that smells just like a bag of the sugary candy, the strain has resin-drenched buds that range in color from rich purple to lime green. Runtz is also noted for its creamy smoke that is smooth and welcoming alongside a euphoric and elevating high that lasts for hours.

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Runtz

Pineapple Express&nbsp;combines the potent and flavorful forces of parent strains <a href="/strains/trainwreck" style="line-height: 20.8px;">Trainwreck</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="/strains/hawaiian" style="line-height: 20.8px;">Hawaiian</a>. The smell is likened to fresh apple and mango, with a taste of pineapple, pine, and cedar. This hard-hitting hybrid&nbsp;provides a long-lasting energetic buzz perfect for productive afternoons and creative escapes.

Pineapple Express

Mimosa by Symbiotic Genetics is a rising star in the cannabis community. A&nbsp;cross of <a href="/strains/clementine">Clementine</a> and <a href="/strains/purple-punch">Purple Punch</a>, this strain has garnered praise for its outstanding fruit punch, citrus rind aroma and pleasurable mid-level buzz. Like the beverage, there is no bad time to enjoy Mimosa, but if you enjoy too much, the trajectory of your day will need adjusting.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Mimosa

Cherry Pie&#39;s parents are <a href="/strains/granddaddy-purple">Granddaddy Purple</a> and <a href="/strains/durban-poison">Durban Poison</a>. With buds that are dense and full of&nbsp;orange hairs and a touch of purple, this strain smells of sweet and sour cherry pie. The effects have&nbsp;been known to come on in minutes and stick around for a couple hours.&nbsp;

Cherry Pie

Bruce Banner might be best known as the alter-ego of comic book hero The Incredible Hulk, but maybe he wouldn&rsquo;t be such a stressed out ball of anger if he just had some of his namesake strain. This green monster also has hidden strength and features dense nugs that pack the power of very high THC content. It&rsquo;s a powerful strain whose effects come on quickly and strong and then tend to settle into a euphoric and creative buzz. The effects of this strain are most evident and linger mostly in the head, but it may also provide body relaxation that make it an appropriate daytime bud for some. <a href="https://www.darkhorsegenetics.com/">Dark Horse Genetics</a> bred this strain from <a href="/strains/og-kush">OG Kush</a> and <a href="/strains/strawberry-diesel">Strawberry Diesel</a>, and its heritage can be found in its diesel aroma with sweet undertones. Plants flower at 8 to 10 weeks. This strain does have three main phenotypes, one of which is <a href="/strains/bruce-banner-3">Bruce Banner #3.</a>

Bruce Banner

Stardawg, possibly named after the bright, sparkling crystal trichomes that blanket the strain like stars, is a <a href="/strains/lists/category/hybrid">hybrid</a> cross between <a href="/strains/chemdawg-4">Chemdog 4</a> and <a href="/strains/tres-dawg">Tres Dawg</a>. <a href="/strains/lists/flavor/earthy">Earthy</a> <a href="/strains/lists/flavor/pine">pine</a> with sour notes of <a href="/strains/lists/flavor/diesel">diesel</a> color Stardawg, whose <a href="/strains/lists/effect/uplifted">uplifting</a> effects may help patients treating <a href="/strains/lists/symptom/stress">stress</a>, <a href="/strains/lists/symptom/fatigue">fatigue</a>, and <a href="/strains/lists/condition/anxiety">anxiety disorders</a>. Stardawg flowers in 67 days indoors with moderate yields.&nbsp;