Cheese vs London Pound Cake: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Cheese (Indica) and London Pound Cake (Indica) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 15-20% | CBD: 0.1-0.3%
Relaxed, Happy, Euphoric
Easy to grow
THC: 21-27% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy
Moderate to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Cheese | London Pound Cake |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Indica | Indica |
| THC Range | 15-20% | 21-27% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.3% | 0.1-0.2% |
| Effects | Relaxed, Happy, Euphoric, Hungry, Sleepy | Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy, Euphoric, Hungry |
| Flavors | Cheese, Earthy, Pungent, Skunky, Creamy | Sweet, Berry, Grape, Nutty, Earthy |
| Terpenes | Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Pinene | Caryophyllene, Limonene, Linalool |
| Medical Uses | Stress, Pain, Insomnia, Anxiety, Appetite Loss | Insomnia, Stress, Pain, Anxiety, Appetite Loss |
| Grow Difficulty | Easy | Moderate |
| Flowering Time | 8-9 weeks | 8-9 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 400-500g/m² | 400-500g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 500-600g/plant | 450-550g/plant |
| Height | Medium (3-5 ft) | Medium (3-5 ft) |
| Genetics | Skunk #1 phenotype | Sunset Sherbet x Unknown (Cookies phenotype) |
| Breeder | Unknown (UK origin, late 1980s) | Cookies |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Cheese
Unique to London Pound Cake
Growing Comparison
Cheese
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 8-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 400-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 500-600g/plant
- Height
- Medium (3-5 ft)
London Pound Cake
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Flowering
- 8-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 400-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 450-550g/plant
- Height
- Medium (3-5 ft)
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Which Should You Choose?
If you are looking for higher potency, London Pound Cake edges ahead with THC levels up to 27% compared to Cheese's 20%. Beginner growers should lean toward Cheese, which is easy to cultivate, versus the moderate difficulty of London Pound Cake. Both strains can help with stress, pain, insomnia, so either is a solid choice if those are your primary concerns. Ultimately, the best strain depends on your personal preferences, tolerance, and intended use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cheese or London Pound Cake stronger?▾
Cheese has a THC range of 15-20%, while London Pound Cake ranges from 21-27% THC. London Pound Cake is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Cheese or London Pound Cake?▾
Cheese is rated easy to grow, while London Pound Cake is rated moderate. Cheese is the easier option for cultivators. Cheese flowers in 8-9 weeks and London Pound Cake in 8-9 weeks.
What are the main differences between Cheese and London Pound Cake?▾
Cheese is a indica strain while London Pound Cake is a indica. Cheese is known for relaxed, happy, euphoric effects with cheese and earthy flavors. London Pound Cake offers relaxed, sleepy, happy effects with sweet and berry flavors.
Can Cheese and London Pound Cake be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Cheese is used for stress, pain, insomnia, anxiety, appetite loss, while London Pound Cake is used for insomnia, stress, pain, anxiety, appetite loss. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Cheese or London Pound Cake?▾
Indoors, Cheese yields approximately 400-500g/m² while London Pound Cake yields 400-500g/m². Outdoors, Cheese produces around 500-600g/plant and London Pound Cake around 450-550g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.