Ice Cream Cake Strain – The Ultimate Guide

What is Ice Cream Cake Strain?

The Ice Cream Cake Strain is an Indica dominant, highly potent hybrid cannabis strain. The Ratio of 75% Indica and 25% Sativa. It has a sweet, creamy taste that will remind you of Ice cream cake. It won the Highlife Cannabis Cup consecutively in 2008 and 2009.

Background and Lineage

Ice cream cake strain was developed by a Dutch grower called Seed Junky Genetics. It is a cross between Wedding Cake and Gelato #33 hybrid strains that are already very popular on both sides of the Atlantic. Both the parent strains are famous for their high THC Levels, flavors, tastes, and effects. Ice cream cake strain has inherited the best traits from its parents.

Types of High

It is definitely a night time Toker. Just like any other Indica dominant strains, it will give you a cerebral rush of euphoric energy. As you feel relaxed with happy thoughts, your body enters a state of deep relaxation. Because of its high THC (23%) level, new users should take it in a smaller dose.

Medicinal Benefits

If you are looking for a potent marijuana strain to help with your chronic pain, then you will love this strain. Ice cream cake strain can be beneficial for patients who have insomnia, sleeping disorder, anxiety and suffer from depression and stress.

Whether it’s through self-medication or under advisement, people often take Ice cream cake strain to treat several medical conditions as below.

Cold and Flu

The most common Flu symptoms are sore throat, muscle/body aches, joint pains, and headaches besides cough, fatigue, and fever. To ease the pain, a lot of people reach out to the green. If you decide to use Ice cream cake strain, then make sure you take it in edible form. Smoking or vaping will make your condition worse as your lungs may be already compromised with coughing.

Sleeping Disorder

Ice cream cake strain is excellent for patients with insomnia and other sleep disorders. The high THC of this strain will not only help you to fall asleep, but it will help you sleep in complete sedation for hours. [ref]

Stress and Anxiety

If you are struggling with stress and anxiety, then you might find much-needed relief from this Indica dominant cannabis strain. Many people use marijuana for anxiety relief, but a lot of people also said that it makes anxiety worse. [Survey Report]

It reduces stress and anxiety by increasing a sense of calm, improve relaxation, and better sleep. So if you are a first-time user, make sure you take it in a smaller dose. Remember that it is not a cure, but it helps to reduce overall stress and anxiety.

Always consult your doctor before taking marijuana for any medicinal benefits to avoid any long term health consequences.

Negative Effects

Ice cream cake strain doesn’t have too many negative/adverse effects. As it is one of the high hitting strains, you should take it in a small dose if you are sensitive to THC.

Dry eyes and dry mouth are the two common effects of any marijuana use. So, make sure you have eye drops handy and drink plenty of fluid.

You can never overdose on Marijuana. So, if you start to panic, tell yourself that it will be all gone in a couple of hours. Listen to your favorite music, lie down, and try to relax.

Growing Ice Cream Cake Strain

Ice cream cake strain can be grown both indoor and outdoor. To produce large yields, you will need some experience. The plant grows best in a hotter climate and can grow medium to tall with a thick bush. It takes about 8-9 weeks for the flowers to grow.

Indoor

If you are planning to grow this plant indoor, then keep in mind that you will need a ton of extra space. You will need bigger pots as the roots of these plants can grow as long as the plant itself. Make sure the temperature of the room is warm with minimal humidity. Best to put the pot near a window so it can get as much fresh air and sunlight if possible. You can also use a growing lamp to sustain the temperature during the night time.

Outdoor

If you are growing the plant outside, then you will need to prepare the soil before planting the seeds. Ice cream cake strains can be more demanding and high maintenance than other strains. As they grow tall and wide, plant the seeds in a large area, so there is plenty of room for the plants to grow both vertically and horizontally. If the temperature drops at night, you will need a lamp to maintain the warm temperature.

To prevent fungus, mold ad mildew from growing on the stalks and leaves, you will need to ensure enough airflow and proper ventilation to get rid of the excess moisture.

Quick Reference Guide – Ice Cream Cake Strain

Type

Indica Dominant Hybrid

Lineage

Wedding Cake x Gelato #33

Appearance

The nugs are beautiful. They are covered in frosty trichomes. The buds are olive green with a purple hue shot through with orange pistils. It got the nickname ‘Mr. Freeze’ because of the shimmering white trichomes.

Smell

The strain has a sweet floral, earthy, citrusy smell.

Taste

The taste is the same as its smell, but there is a creamy after taste.

Preferred Consumption Time

Evening, Night

Preferred Consumption Method

Smoke, Vaporize

Similar Strains

• Mendo Breath
• Do-Si-Dos
• Purple Punch
• Banana OG
• Face Off OG

Concentration and Potency

Indica/Sativa Percentage	75% : 25%
THC Percentage	23%
CBD Percentage	<1%
Effects	Relaxing, Happy, Sleepy
Duration of Effects	2-3 Hours

Effects

Cultivation & Yield Capabilities

Growing Difficulty	Intermediate
Disease Resistance	Moderate
Flower Develop	8-9 Weeks
Plant Height	Medium/Tall
Indoor Yield	500-550 g/square meter
Outdoor Yield	500-550 g/plant
Outdoor Harvesting	Mid October