Ice Cream Cake vs London Pound Cake: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Ice Cream Cake (Indica) and London Pound Cake (Indica) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 20-25% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy
Moderate to grow
THC: 21-27% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy
Moderate to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Ice Cream Cake | London Pound Cake |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Indica | Indica |
| THC Range | 20-25% | 21-27% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.2% | 0.1-0.2% |
| Effects | Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy, Euphoric, Hungry | Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy, Euphoric, Hungry |
| Flavors | Vanilla, Sweet, Creamy, Butter, Lavender | Sweet, Berry, Grape, Nutty, Earthy |
| Terpenes | Limonene, Caryophyllene, Linalool | Caryophyllene, Limonene, Linalool |
| Medical Uses | Insomnia, Pain, Stress, Anxiety, Appetite Loss | Insomnia, Stress, Pain, Anxiety, Appetite Loss |
| Grow Difficulty | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flowering Time | 8-9 weeks | 8-9 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 400-500g/m² | 400-500g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 450-550g/plant | 450-550g/plant |
| Height | Short (< 3 ft) | Medium (3-5 ft) |
| Genetics | Wedding Cake x Gelato #33 | Sunset Sherbet x Unknown (Cookies phenotype) |
| Breeder | Seed Junky Genetics | Cookies |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Ice Cream Cake
Unique to London Pound Cake
Growing Comparison
Ice Cream Cake
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Flowering
- 8-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 400-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 450-550g/plant
- Height
- Short (< 3 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 Ice Cream Cake's 25%. Both strains can help with insomnia, pain, stress, 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 Ice Cream Cake or London Pound Cake stronger?▾
Ice Cream Cake has a THC range of 20-25%, while London Pound Cake ranges from 21-27% THC. London Pound Cake is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Ice Cream Cake or London Pound Cake?▾
Ice Cream Cake is rated moderate to grow, while London Pound Cake is rated moderate. Both strains have similar grow difficulty. Ice Cream Cake flowers in 8-9 weeks and London Pound Cake in 8-9 weeks.
What are the main differences between Ice Cream Cake and London Pound Cake?▾
Ice Cream Cake is a indica strain while London Pound Cake is a indica. Ice Cream Cake is known for relaxed, sleepy, happy effects with vanilla and sweet flavors. London Pound Cake offers relaxed, sleepy, happy effects with sweet and berry flavors.
Can Ice Cream Cake and London Pound Cake be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Ice Cream Cake is used for insomnia, pain, stress, 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, Ice Cream Cake or London Pound Cake?▾
Indoors, Ice Cream Cake yields approximately 400-500g/m² while London Pound Cake yields 400-500g/m². Outdoors, Ice Cream Cake produces around 450-550g/plant and London Pound Cake around 450-550g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.