Hybrids have been taking over the market by storm and for those looking to satiate their sweet tooth, the heavily indica inspired London Pound Cake strain is going to be a great pick. A heavy hitting strain, known for its potent dose of THC and sweet and citric taste, the London Pound Cake is best reserved for evening use. Perhaps why, the breeders decided to name it after a dessert.
With an uplifting euphoria and relaxing aftereffects, this a great hybrid to try at least once. If we have you compelled, here is everything you need to know before trying out this wonderful strain.
Strain Overview
Coming in with a bit of an obscure origin story, the London Pound Cake strain comes from an Indica lineage. There is quite little clarity regarding the origin but majorly it is believed that it was first bred by Spanish growers, Heavyweight Seeds. Also, many believe that the London Pound Cake was first bred by Cookies Fam Genetics. No matter what the story is, we got a delicious strain to try.
Due to very high potency, we suggest novice users stay away from the strain, as it is known to offer some kicker effects. We will talk about the effects and potency of this strain in further sections.
Strain Lineage
As we noted previously, the breeders of the London Pound Cake strain remain relatively obscure. As for its parents, the London Pound Cake is a cross of the Sunset Sherbet and an unknown indica parent that gives this strain its kicker potency.
The appearance
London Pound Cake is known for its iconic flowers, which have olive green nugs that are quite dense. These are covered with pistils to give the strain its iconic orange hue. Completing the portrait are the trichomes. You can find a generous layer of this sprinkled all through the flowers to give this strain quite an enchanting look.
Flavor and Aroma
Open a pack of fresh London Pound Cake strain and let your room be filled with a light woody and earthy aroma with slight hints of berries and other fruits. Quite the tropical aroma this strain has. The flavor is also delightful as well. Every puff will overwhelm the senses with a sweet and lemony flavor. Almost reminiscent of grapes and berries. Each draw also has hints of nuttiness and spiciness that add an extra dose of flavor. Exhale, and the strain will leave behind a vanilla like aftertaste with a citric tinge that should linger as long as the effects do. The strain has quite a complex flavor profile and we suggest that you try this out once to experience the fresh taste.
The potency and effects of the strain
Not only the London Pound Cake is a tasty strain, but it has some very potent effects thanks to a high THC concentration. This is not a strain for the faintest of hearts and therefore, we always suggest new users to stay away from this strain. Most batches of the London Pound Cake from major growers have an average potency level of around 26 percent to 29 percent. Most batches often tip more towards the higher percentage number. The strain also lacks any considerable amount of CBD which is only capped at around 1 percent. Therefore, it is quite evident, why this strain is considered only for the most experienced users.
Effects wise, the euphoria activates within minutes of smoking this strain. As the effects slowly start to manifest, users often note that they start feeling quite relaxed. This euphoria also uplifts the mood and makes them giddy. The effects are swift, meaning that you do not need to wait much for the euphoria to take over. The euphoria slowly gives way to a more bodily high to produce a couch lock effect, causing a mild sedation feel. Whether you are sitting or lying down, the effects can feel quite potent at first and therefore it is best reserved for evening or night time use after a hectic day at work.
Do not overconsume this strain as the effects can prove to be overwhelming for users. Major side effects of overconsumption include dizziness, headaches, and even nausea. Plus, it is accompanied by regular side effects like cotton mouth and dry eyes.
Growers Info
Getting your hands on quality London Pound Cake seeds can be really challenging and expensive. If you manage to get the seeds, growing can be fairly simple. But sometimes the seeds won’t be feminized and therefore it is very important to find male plants to help pollinate the entire crop. This is a critical step in the growing process. If you are past this stage, congratulations! You have completed the hardest part.
This is a strain that is quite versatile with its growing conditions. This can be grown both indoors and outdoors. But do note that if you are planning to grow these outdoors, you must live in a place with a Mediterranean climate to ensure the very best of harvests. The flowering time of the plant is quite short and it requires very little care to grow.
If you are planning to grow these indoors, plants can flower within 10 weeks to give you a delicious harvest.
Overall, the London Pound Cake is a delight to use if you are a regular user, as this will need a super high THC tolerance. The potent effects not only offer an overly sedative experience but also help uplift the mood when consumed. Many users have often noted that consuming this strain has made them happy and giddy. And thanks to the strain’s amazing flavor profile, the experience is absolutely relishing. Accompanied by a lemony scent and strong aftertaste, the London Pound Cake is one amazing strain that you cannot afford to miss.