Pineapple Upside Down Cake strain illustration

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Hybrid
4(181)
Type
Hybrid
THC
18%–20.8%
CBD
< 0.5%
Main terpene
Pinene
Parents
Pineapple Trainwreck × Monster Cookies

THC range is the middle half of 115 public lab tests of Pineapple Upside Down Cake flower (2020–2024). Source: Cannlytics lab results, CC BY 4.0.

About Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a hybrid strain that comes from a cross of Pineapple Trainwreck with Monster Cookies. People who try it most often describe feeling giggly, energetic and happy.

THC and potency

Across 115 public lab tests of Pineapple Upside Down Cake flower between 2020 and 2024, the median result was 19.3% total THC, with half of all samples falling between 18% and 20.8%. CBD is typically negligible (under 0.5%). That is in line with most flower on dispensary shelves. Potency varies by grower and batch, so always check the label.

Aroma, flavour and terpenes

In lab tests its dominant terpene is caryophyllene, followed by pinene and limonene. Caryophyllene is known for black pepper and warm spice, while pinene adds sharp, fresh pine. Total terpene content measured a median of 1.1%. On the palate, people pick out pineapple, tropical and sweet.

Reported effects

Beyond feeling giggly, reviewers also mention feeling uplifted and euphoric. Some consumers say they reach for it when dealing with stress, anxiety and depression. The side effects mentioned most are anxiety, paranoia and dry eyes. These are personal reports, not medical advice.

Genetics

Parents: Pineapple Trainwreck and Monster Cookies.

Pineapple Upside Down Cake terpenes

Median share of flower weight in lab tests.

  • pinene0.21%
  • myrcene0.08%
  • humulene0.10%
  • limonene0.12%
  • linalool0.07%
  • bisabolol0.09%

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Pineapple Upside Down Cake FAQ

How strong is Pineapple Upside Down Cake?
In 115 public lab tests, Pineapple Upside Down Cake flower had a median of 19.3% total THC; most samples were between 18% and 20.8%.
Is Pineapple Upside Down Cake an indica or a sativa?
Pineapple Upside Down Cake is generally classed as a hybrid.
What strains make Pineapple Upside Down Cake?
Pineapple Upside Down Cake is a cross of Pineapple Trainwreck and Monster Cookies.
What does Pineapple Upside Down Cake smell like?
Its main terpene is pinene (pine), and people describe the flavour as pineapple, tropical, sweet.