Purple Candy Cake
Also known as: Purple Candy Cake Kush, PCC
Purple Candy Cake Strain Overview
Purple Candy Cake is a modern hybrid cannabis strain that combines dessert-like flavors with visually striking purple coloration. The strain was developed by crossing Purple Candy with Wedding Cake, creating a genetic profile that blends indica relaxation with sativa cerebral effects. Breeders aimed to create a strain with both aesthetic appeal and balanced psychoactive properties, resulting in a cultivar that has gained popularity in both recreational and medicinal cannabis markets.
The strain is characterized by dense, resinous buds that display a vibrant color palette ranging from deep forest green to rich purple hues, often accented by bright orange pistils and a thick coating of trichomes. The purple coloration is most pronounced when plants experience cooler temperatures during the flowering phase, a trait inherited from its Purple Candy parent. The buds typically have a dense, indica-dominant structure with a sticky texture that indicates high resin production.
Purple Candy Cake has gained recognition for its complex flavor profile and balanced effects. The strain's popularity has grown particularly in North American markets, where it's appreciated for both its sensory qualities and reliable effects. While not as historically significant as some classic strains, Purple Candy Cake represents the ongoing innovation in cannabis breeding that focuses on combining desirable traits from multiple genetic lineages.
Purple Candy Cake Strain Effects
Purple Candy Cake Strain Positive Effects
- Users report relief from stress and anxiety
- May help with mild to moderate pain management
- Often used for insomnia and sleep difficulties
- Some users report appetite stimulation
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Purple Candy Cake Strain Possible Negative Effects
Purple Candy Cake Strain Growing Information
Purple Candy Cake is considered a moderate-difficulty strain to cultivate, suitable for growers with some experience. The plants typically flower in 8-9 weeks indoors, with outdoor harvests ready in late September to early October in northern hemisphere climates. Indoor yields average 400-500 grams per square meter, while outdoor plants can produce 500-600 grams per plant under optimal conditions.
The strain adapts well to both indoor and outdoor cultivation but thrives in controlled indoor environments where temperature can be manipulated to enhance purple coloration. Plants tend to remain medium in height, usually reaching 100-150 cm indoors and 150-200 cm outdoors. Purple Candy Cake responds well to training techniques like topping and low-stress training (LST) to maximize yields.
Special considerations include maintaining stable temperatures during flowering (with cooler night temperatures around 18-20°C to encourage purple pigmentation) and providing good air circulation to prevent mold in the dense buds. The plants have moderate nutrient requirements and are somewhat resistant to common pests, though they can be susceptible to powdery mildew in humid conditions.
Purple Candy Cake Strain Genetics
Purple Candy Cake Strain Parent Strains
Frequently Asked Questions
How does Purple Candy Cake make you feel?
Purple Candy Cake is known to produce the following effects:
- Relaxed: 85%
- Euphoric: 75%
- Happy: 70%
- Creative: 60%
- Sleepy: 55%
What are the positive effects of Purple Candy Cake?
Purple Candy Cake has these reported positive effects:
- Users report relief from stress and anxiety
- May help with mild to moderate pain management
- Often used for insomnia and sleep difficulties
- Some users report appetite stimulation
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
What are the negative effects of Purple Candy Cake?
Possible negative effects include:
- Dry Mouth
- Dry Eyes
- Anxious
- Dry mouth (common)
- Dry eyes (common)
- Possible dizziness in novice users
- Mild anxiety or paranoia in sensitive individuals or high doses
What does Purple Candy Cake taste like?
Purple Candy Cake has the following flavor profile:
- Berry
- Diesel
- Earthy
- Sweet
- Vanilla