Remedy vs Ice Cream Cake: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of Remedy (Indica) and Ice Cream Cake (Indica) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 0.5-2% | CBD: 12-16%
Relaxed, Calm, Sleepy
Easy to grow
THC: 20-25% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy
Moderate to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | Remedy | Ice Cream Cake |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Indica | Indica |
| THC Range | 0.5-2% | 20-25% |
| CBD Range | 12-16% | 0.1-0.2% |
| Effects | Relaxed, Calm, Sleepy, Clear-Headed, Peaceful | Relaxed, Sleepy, Happy, Euphoric, Hungry |
| Flavors | Earthy, Lemon, Pine, Herbal, Floral | Vanilla, Sweet, Creamy, Butter, Lavender |
| Terpenes | Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene | Limonene, Caryophyllene, Linalool |
| Medical Uses | Anxiety, Pain, Insomnia, Inflammation, Stress | Insomnia, Pain, Stress, Anxiety, Appetite Loss |
| Grow Difficulty | Easy | Moderate |
| Flowering Time | 8-10 weeks | 8-9 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 350-450g/m² | 400-500g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 400-500g/plant | 450-550g/plant |
| Height | Short (< 3 ft) | Short (< 3 ft) |
| Genetics | Cannatonic x Afghan Skunk | Wedding Cake x Gelato #33 |
| Breeder | Dutch Passion | Seed Junky Genetics |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to Remedy
Unique to Ice Cream Cake
Growing Comparison
Remedy
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 8-10 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 350-450g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 400-500g/plant
- Height
- Short (< 3 ft)
Ice Cream Cake
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Flowering
- 8-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 400-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 450-550g/plant
- Height
- Short (< 3 ft)
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Which Should You Choose?
If you are looking for higher potency, Ice Cream Cake edges ahead with THC levels up to 25% compared to Remedy's 2%. Beginner growers should lean toward Remedy, which is easy to cultivate, versus the moderate difficulty of Ice Cream Cake. Both strains can help with anxiety, 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 Remedy or Ice Cream Cake stronger?▾
Remedy has a THC range of 0.5-2%, while Ice Cream Cake ranges from 20-25% THC. Ice Cream Cake is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, Remedy or Ice Cream Cake?▾
Remedy is rated easy to grow, while Ice Cream Cake is rated moderate. Remedy is the easier option for cultivators. Remedy flowers in 8-10 weeks and Ice Cream Cake in 8-9 weeks.
What are the main differences between Remedy and Ice Cream Cake?▾
Remedy is a indica strain while Ice Cream Cake is a indica. Remedy is known for relaxed, calm, sleepy effects with earthy and lemon flavors. Ice Cream Cake offers relaxed, sleepy, happy effects with vanilla and sweet flavors.
Can Remedy and Ice Cream Cake be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. Remedy is used for anxiety, pain, insomnia, inflammation, stress, while Ice Cream Cake is used for insomnia, pain, stress, anxiety, appetite loss. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, Remedy or Ice Cream Cake?▾
Indoors, Remedy yields approximately 350-450g/m² while Ice Cream Cake yields 400-500g/m². Outdoors, Remedy produces around 400-500g/plant and Ice Cream Cake around 450-550g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.