🌟#8Indica
Wedding Cake
🔥30%THC
💧0.1%CBD
⏱9w
😌 Relaxed😄 Happy🤩 Euphoric
StressAnxiety
Moderate
SweetVanilla
Layer Cake
🍇 Indica🔥 29% THC
4.4
★★★★★
9 reviews
Layer Cake is a rich and potent indica-dominant hybrid from Symbiotic Genetics, crossing Wedding Cake with GMO to create a strain that layers dessert-sweet vanilla and cookie flavors over a bold, savory gassy foundation inherited from its GMO parent. The aroma is complex and distinctive — sweet cake and vanilla up front, followed by a deep earthy garlic and fuel undertone that adds unexpected depth. Effects are powerfully sedating, beginning with a euphoric warmth before sinking into a heavy full-body relaxation that makes it an ideal evening strain. Layer Cake has quickly earned a reputation as one of the finest indica hybrids of recent years.
💙 CBD 0.2%⏱ 8–9w flower🔴 Experienced🌱 Moderate Grow🧬 Wedding Cake × GMO
⚡ THC29%
💙 CBD0.2%
🍇 Indica🔥 THC 24–29%🔴 Very High Potency🔴 Experienced
⚡ THC29%
💙 CBD0.2%
Quick Facts
TypeIndica
RatioIndica-Dom
THC Range24–29%
CBD0.2%
CBN~0.2%
CBG~1.2%
THCV~0.3%
Flowering8–9 weeks
DifficultyModerate
YieldMedium
HeightShort
ParentsWedding Cake × GMO
Layer Cake
4.4
·🍇 Indica★★★★★
9 reviews
Layer Cake is a rich and potent indica-dominant hybrid from Symbiotic Genetics, crossing Wedding Cake with GMO to create a strain that layers dessert-sweet vanilla and cookie flavors over a bold, savory gassy foundation inherited from its GMO parent. The aroma is complex and distinctive — sweet cake and vanilla up front, followed by a deep earthy garlic and fuel undertone that adds unexpected depth. Effects are powerfully sedating, beginning with a euphoric warmth before sinking into a heavy full-body relaxation that makes it an ideal evening strain. Layer Cake has quickly earned a reputation as one of the finest indica hybrids of recent years.
Layer Cake is a rich and potent indica-dominant hybrid from Symbiotic Genetics, crossing Wedding Cake with GMO to create a strain that layers dessert-sweet vanilla and cookie flavors over a bold, savory gassy foundation inherited from its GMO parent. The aroma is complex and distinctive — sweet cake and vanilla up front, followed by a deep earthy garlic and fuel undertone that adds unexpected depth. Effects are powerfully sedating, beginning with a euphoric warmth before sinking into a heavy full-body relaxation that makes it an ideal evening strain. Layer Cake has quickly earned a reputation as one of the finest indica hybrids of recent years.
THC Range
24–29%
CBD
0.2%
Flowering
8–9w
🧬 Indica / Sativa Ratio
Indica
Sativa
70%Indica-Dom30%
🌱 Genetics & Lineage
Layer Cake was bred by crossing Wedding Cake × GMO.
🔬 Full Cannabinoid Profile
Minor cannabinoids contribute to the entourage effect — enhancing and modulating the impact of THC and CBD.
THC
29%
Primary psychoactive
CBD
0.2%
Non-psychoactive, balancing
CBN
~0.2%
Sedating, sleep aid
CBG
~1.2%
Anti-inflammatory
THCV
~0.3%
Energizing, appetite suppressant
CBC
~0.3%
Anti-inflammatory, mood
* Cannabinoid values are AI-estimated based on genetics. Exact levels vary by batch and grow conditions.
✨ Positive Effects
😌
Relaxed
Deep physical and mental relaxation. Perfect for unwinding after a stressful day or easing muscle tension.
🤩
Euphoric
Intense feelings of happiness and wellbeing. One of the most sought-after cannabis effects.
😄
Happy
Elevates mood and promotes feelings of joy, contentment, and overall wellbeing.
😴
Sleepy
Promotes drowsiness and helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer.
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Hungry
Stimulates appetite strongly. Also known as 'the munchies.' Great for appetite loss.
⚠️ Possible Side Effects
Based on user reports and strain profile. Individual experiences may vary.
⚠️ Dry mouth⚠️ Dry eyes⚠️ Dizziness
🔥 How to Consume Layer Cake
🚬
SmokingRecommended
Classic and fast-acting. Effects hit within minutes. Great for precise dosing.
💨
VaporizingGreat
Cleaner than smoking, preserves terpenes better. Smoother experience with full flavor profile.
🍪
EdiblesWorks
Strong THC — go very slow with edibles. Effects can be intense and last 4–8 hours.
🌿
Joints / BluntsRecommended
Social and smooth. Perfect for a relaxing evening smoke.
🫧
Bong / PipeWorks
Delivers a potent hit — recommended for experienced users only.
💎
Concentrate / DabWorks
Highly concentrated — only for experienced consumers. Intense and immediate effects.
👃 Aroma
🌫️ Vanilla🌫️ Earthy
👅 Flavor
🍋 Sweet🍋 Cookie
💊 Reported to Help With
✅ Insomnia✅ Pain✅ Stress✅ Anxiety✅ Appetite
⚠️ These are user-reported effects, not medical advice. Always consult a healthcare provider.
🧬 Terpene Profile
Terpenes give Layer Cake its distinctive aroma and contribute to its effects through the entourage effect.
🌶️CaryophylleneDominant
Spicy, peppery. The only terpene that also acts as a cannabinoid, binding directly to CB2 receptors. Strong anti-inflammatory properties. Also found in black pepper and cloves.
🫚MyrceneSecondary
Earthy, musky. The most abundant terpene in cannabis. Promotes relaxation and sedation. Also found in mangoes and hops — eating mango before consuming cannabis may intensify effects.
🍋LimoneneSecondary
Citrusy, fresh. Uplifting and mood-elevating. May reduce stress and anxiety. Commonly found in citrus peels. Known to enhance the absorption of other terpenes.
🌿 Growing Layer Cake
Layer Cake is a moderate-to-grow indica that flowers in 8–9 weeks. Plants reach a short height with a medium yield. A good choice for intermediate growers.
Difficulty
🟡 Moderate
Yield
🤑 Medium
Height
📏 Short
Flowering
⏱ 8–9w
🏡 Best Grow Environments
🏠
Indoor
Thrives indoors — compact size makes it easy to manage
🌤️
Outdoor
Does well in warm, dry climates
🐛 Pest & Disease Susceptibility
🕷️ Spider Mites(Medium)🐛 Aphids(Medium)🍂 Bud Rot(Medium)🍄 Powdery Mildew(Low)
🌱 Ready to grow Layer Cake?
Find feminized, autoflowering, and regular Layer Cake seeds from trusted seed banks. Solid choice for intermediate growers.
❓ People Also Ask About Layer Cake
🔍 What is the lineage of Layer Cake and what makes it unique?
Layer Cake is bred by Symbiotic Genetics — the same team behind Sherb Crasher and Modified Grapes — crossing Wedding Cake with GMO (Garlic Mushroom Onions) to produce a strain with a genuinely unusual flavor juxtaposition. The Wedding Cake parent brings vanilla, sweet cookie, and earthy cake flavors along with a potent, euphoric onset. GMO contributes its legendary garlic-chemical pungency and deeply sedating indica body effect. The result is a strain where sweet dessert and savory gas exist side by side in the same bud — a combination that sounds unlikely but works beautifully, earning Layer Cake a devoted following among consumers who appreciate complex, non-obvious flavor profiles.
🔍 What does Layer Cake smell and taste like?
Layer Cake's aroma is a fascinating contradiction — the nose opens with Wedding Cake's sweet vanilla frosting and cookie dough warmth, but is quickly followed by a bold, unmistakable wave of GMO's garlic and chemical fuel that adds a savory depth unlike typical dessert strains. The layers are distinct and don't mask each other, which is where the name 'Layer Cake' becomes perfectly apt — each terpene note is discernible like a separate layer in a complex pastry. On the palate, the sweet cake flavor dominates the inhale while the gassy, earthy GMO character emerges strongly on the exhale, leaving a lingering complex finish that demands attention.
🔍 What effects does Layer Cake produce?
Layer Cake is a heavy indica-dominant strain whose effects are best suited to evening and nighttime use. The onset begins with a warm, pleasant euphoria that elevates mood and provides a brief window of sociability and comfort, before the GMO genetics take hold and pull the experience firmly into deep physical sedation. As the high deepens, a full-body relaxation spreads from head to toe, muscles release tension, and the mind enters a calm, hazy state that naturally guides toward sleep. At 24–29% THC, Layer Cake is one of the more potent indica options available, and its combination of euphoria followed by heavy sedation makes it particularly effective for unwinding after long or stressful days.
🔍 What medical conditions is Layer Cake best suited for?
Layer Cake performs exceptionally well for insomnia, chronic pain, and severe stress — conditions where its powerful indica sedation and high THC content provide meaningful and sustained relief. The GMO genetics contribute high myrcene and caryophyllene levels that add anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties beyond what THC alone provides, making it a particularly effective option for conditions like fibromyalgia, arthritis, and nerve pain. Appetite stimulation is another well-documented benefit, with users reporting strong munchie effects that make it valuable for patients managing nausea or chemotherapy-related appetite loss. The euphoric onset also provides initial relief for anxiety and depression before the sedation takes over.
🔍 How does Layer Cake compare to Wedding Cake and GMO as standalone strains?
Layer Cake sits firmly on the indica end of the spectrum relative to Wedding Cake, which is a more balanced hybrid with a lighter and more social high. Where Wedding Cake can be used in the afternoon or early evening, Layer Cake's GMO influence makes it almost exclusively a nighttime strain due to its heavier sedation. Compared to GMO alone, Layer Cake is more approachable in flavor — the Wedding Cake genetics soften GMO's aggressively savory profile into something more complex and palatable. For consumers who find GMO too pungently gassy or Wedding Cake too light, Layer Cake represents a compelling and well-balanced middle ground between the two.
⭐ User Reviews
4.4
★★★★★9 reviews
5★
56%
4★
33%
3★
11%
2★
0%
1★
0%
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Dahlia T.✓ Verified
📍 Amsterdam·40 reviews·Since 2023
★★★★★5.0
Oct 6, 2024"My new go-to"
Tried this at a friend's place first and immediately went and grabbed my own. The terpene profile really shines through — smells incredible and tastes just like it.
RelaxingCreative
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Ryan M.✓ Verified
📍 Barcelona·20 reviews·Since 2024
★★★★★4.0
Jan 3, 2026"Finally getting good sleep"
Has been a game changer for my migraines. I can feel the tension release within about 20 minutes. Not a cure but gives me functional relief when I really need it.
FocusAppetite
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Brandon L.✓ Verified
📍 Oregon·10 reviews·Since 2020
★★★★★5.0
Apr 18, 2024"Grew it outdoors — loved it"
First time growing and this was a great choice. Very forgiving if you make small mistakes and the plants stayed healthy throughout. Decent yield for a beginner setup.
SleepyAppetiteCouch-lock
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Owen E.✓ Verified
📍 New York·41 reviews·Since 2019
★★★★★5.0
Apr 5, 2024"Exactly what I needed"
Super smooth smoke with a really pleasant flavor. Got exactly the effects the description promised — very relaxing without being too heavy. Will definitely grab again.
HappySleepy
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Maria E.✓ Verified
📍 California·29 reviews·Since 2018
★★★★★5.0
Aug 13, 2025"Better than expected"
Flavor is something else — really distinct and hits clean every time. Effects are consistent too. Not a one-hit wonder, it delivers every session.
AppetiteHappy
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JR
Jordan R.✓ Verified
📍 Vermont·62 reviews·Since 2019
★★★★★3.0
Feb 13, 2026"My go-to for stress"
Insomnia has been rough for me lately. Started using a small amount before bed and it's made a real difference — I'm actually getting through the night now.
TalkativeRelaxing
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Hazel X.✓ Verified
📍 Maine·52 reviews·Since 2020
★★★★★4.0
Feb 2, 2025"Exactly what I needed"
Picked this up last weekend and was blown away right away. The effects came on smooth and lasted a solid 2–3 hours. Really great for unwinding after a long stressful week.
Body HighPain Relief
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Amani K.✓ Verified
📍 Illinois·56 reviews·Since 2017
★★★★★5.0
Mar 30, 2025"Grew it outdoors — loved it"
Second run with this strain. First time was a learning experience — this time I dialed in the nutrients and the difference was massive. Highly recommend.
RelaxingTalkative
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Zack A.
📍 Denver·41 reviews·Since 2023
★★★★★4.0
Aug 10, 2024"Perfect for beginners"
Followed a basic grow guide and ended up with a solid first harvest. Doesn't demand much attention which is perfect for people still learning the basics.
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