Layer Cake Cannabis Strain Information and Review

If you’re familiar with the breeders Swamp Boys Seeds, you already know their reputation for creating some of the most potent strains on the market. 

While the breeders are most notorious for creating the acclaimed cannabis strains, The White and Triangle Kush, their Layer Cake strain is well on its way to becoming a legendary marijuana strain in its own right. 

Sativa/Indica	Indoor Yield	Outdoor Yield	Flowering Period
40%/60%	2-3 oz/ft2	15-20 oz per plant	63 days (indoors) and will be ready to harvest around mid-October (outdoors)

This complex hybrid was created from a three-way crossing between 4 quality strains and has already distinguished itself from its peers.

Layer Cake strain’s conception began with a cross between Triangle Kush (aka Triangle OG) and Skunk #1, followed by a cross with GMO (aka Garlic Cookies or GMO Cookies), before being bred with Wedding Cake. 

Just one look at this genetic profile, and you can see the effort Swamp Boys Seeds put into their creation. The delectable THC-heavy hybrid was aptly named Layer Cake and has garnered a reputation for leaving even the most veteran users spellbound.

Its THC levels are higher than most, even at its lowest, with an average range of 22% – 25%. Its CBD content is less than 2%, but it contains a powerhouse of terpenes.  

Primary terpenes are limonene, myrcene, and caryophyllene, followed by terpinolene, pinene, and linalool. These terpenes are responsible for the strain’s unique taste and aroma, as well as its therapeutic capabilities. 

It’s no surprise this hybrid is indica leaning, considering its parent strains, but what may surprise you is that it’s only slightly indica dominant, with an almost balanced 60/40 split.

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Layer Cake Strain Information

ORIGIN	Triangle Kush, Skunk #1, GMO, Wedding Cake
EFFECTS	Inspiration, Calm, Optimistic
FRAGRANCE	Diesel, burnt rubber, pine, skunk, candied berry, sugar, spice, yeast
FLAVORS	Cheese, spice, diesel, wood, sugar, yeast
ADVERSE REACTIONS	Couch-lock, tiredness, dizziness, headache
FLOWERING TIME INDOORS	63 days
FLOWERING TIME OUTDOORS	Will be ready to harvest around mid-October
THC CONTENT %	22%
INDICA / SATIVA %	60%/40%
INDOOR YIELD	2-3 oz/ft2
OUTDOOR YIELD	15-20 oz per plant

Layer Cake Strain Effects

So is the Layer Cake strain indica or sativa in terms of effects? It walks the tightrope between sedated and hyperactive with the skill of a trained trapeze artist, drawing on the best of both its sativa and indica traits.

The high is equally invigorating and soothing, leaving you inspired, recuperated, and optimistic.

Though the initial rush is intense, it quickly becomes a pleasant tingling buzz.

You won’t be couch-locked or bouncing off the walls – instead, you’ll have calm energy that lets you function and get by. 

You’ll love the feeling of being fully relaxed while still experiencing bursts of focus, motivation, and creativity.

It’s great for solo use, but pull this one out among friends, and it’ll have you laughing and chatting in no time at all.

In a more intimate setting, it’s a great way to heighten arousal. 

Layer Cake is adept at easing physical discomforts like muscle spasms, chronic pain, stiff joints, cramps, and even arthritis. 

Not only does it give your body a therapeutic boost, but if you’re overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, PTSD, or stress, it’ll uplift your mind and mood as well.

If you struggle with staying or falling asleep, use it as a nightcap; it won’t sedate you, but you’ll find it easy to sleep when you’re ready.

Layer Cake Strain Fragrance

Layer Cake has a pungent aroma reminiscent of aged cheese and cedarwood, with undertones of diesel, burnt rubber, pine, and skunk.

Soon you’ll notice a sweet and savory aroma peek through as the cookies, cake, and pie strain lineages make themselves known. 

The scents include candied berry, sugar, spice, and yeast.

The cheese, spice, and skunk become more prominent as the nugs burn, underlined by notes of diesel and rubber.

Layer Cake Strain Flavors

As mentioned before in this Layer Cake review, the terpene profile gives this strain a unique flavor.

It tastes the way it smells, with a few surprise elements that catch you off guard (but in a good way). 

The GSC heritage comes through first, as notes of berries, sugar, and yeast engulf the taste buds.

Soon the aged cheese, spice, diesel, and wood come through, but the hit of their pungency melts into a creamy, buttery aftertaste.

Layer Cake Strain Adverse Reactions

As the name suggests, Layer Cake is, well, layered. And, like an actual layer cake, it can become too much – especially if you let gluttony lead the way.

When you’re working with such multi-dimensional genetics, coupled with a THC of this potency, it’s easy to overindulge, which can lead to the greenies. 

It can leave you feeling sick to your stomach (quite literally), or you could become anxious, concerned, or downright paranoid. It could even cause couch-lock, tiredness, dizziness, or a headache. 

Layer Cake isn’t the best strain to choose if you’ve got a low tolerance to THC, are new to consuming marijuana, or are prone to adverse reactions like anxiety or low blood pressure. 

Though both novice and veteran users could experience these reactions, veteran users (or those with a high THC tolerance) could be more at risk of over-consuming because they’re less likely to pace themselves or keep doses small.

Moderation is key! As the saying goes, you need to learn to walk before you can run. 

Unavoidable but, thankfully, less worrying side effects include dry eyes, dry mouth, thirst, and hunger.

These are easy to manage with preparation, so before heading home to enjoy your weed, make a quick detour past your local store and grab some eye drops, water, and your favorite snacks. 

Most describe the plant as relatively easy to cultivate, though that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s well-suited for beginners.

What you get out of your Layer Cake yield is directly determined by how well you cultivate the strain, so some level of skill is needed to see this one flourish. 

If you want to put your green thumb to the test, the seeds will be easy to find.

Since first being introduced by Swamp Boys Seeds, many cultivators have added Layer Cake to their repertoire, so you’ll have no trouble getting your hands on this one. 

When you do, it responds well in an indoor and outdoor setup with a warm, humid environment.

It’s considerably resistant to pests and mold, but regular pruning is needed to encourage overall health.

You can connect with other growers, or brush up on your gardening expertise, by joining an online growing forum. 

Flowering

Experienced growers suggest using a tray when working with the buds as the level of kief is excessive. 

Indoor Yield

Flowering lasts around 63 days. Yields can be anywhere from 2 to 3 oz/ft2. Some growers yielded up to 7 oz/plant.

Outdoor Yield

Layer Cake will be ready to harvest around mid-October. You’ll get at least 10 oz/plant, but growers say you can yield 15 – 20 oz/plant with the right techniques.

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FAQ’s About Layer Cake Strain