Green Crack Auto: The Natural Energy Drink
Green Crack Auto: The Natural Energy Drink
Strain Overview
Type: Sativa-Dominant Autoflower (Hybrid leaning Sativa)
Breeder: FastBuds / Seedsman/ Royal Queen Seeds (FastBuds holds the most popular cut)
Lineage: Green Crack (Skunk #1 x Afghani) x Ruderalis
Market Status: The ultimate "Wake and Bake" strain; famous for its coffee-like energy boost and distinct mango flavor.
THC Content: 20% – 22% (Potent but Functional)
Dominant Terpenes: Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene
Key Effects: Intense Energy, Laser Focus, Mood Elevation, Fatigue Fighting
In a market dominated by heavy, sedative Indicas, Green Crack Auto stands out as a bolt of lightning.
Originally named "Cush" (with a 'C'), this strain was famously renamed by Snoop Dogg because of its intense, stimulating effects that begged the user to keep smoking. It is the cannabis equivalent of a double espresso.
Green Crack Auto takes this legendary photoperiod energetic profile and packages it into a fast, easy-to-grow autoflower. It is designed for the morning smoker, the busy professional, or the artist who needs to cut through the fog. If you are looking for a strain to clean your house to, write a book with, or simply replace your morning caffeine, this is the industry standard.
History and Lineage: The Snoop Approval
The history of Green Crack is part of pop culture lore.
The Original: Born in Athens, Georgia, in the 1980s, it is essentially a Skunk #1 cross (likely with an Afghani landrace). Despite having Indica parents, the phenotype expressed purely Sativa effects—energetic, racy, and cerebral.
The Rebranding: It remained a local secret until it reached Los Angeles. Snoop Dogg tried it, noted its "speedy" effects, and dubbed it Green Crack. The name stuck.
The Auto: Breeders crossed the most energetic phenotype of the original clone with a vigorous Ruderalis. The goal was to preserve the "Mango" terpene profile and the racy high while reducing the grow time to roughly 9 weeks.
Terpene Profile: Mangos and Pepper
Green Crack Auto is famous for having a high level of Myrcene, which usually causes sedation (the "couch-lock" terpene). However, in this specific genetic arrangement, combined with Pinene, it creates a unique "Tropical Energy" effect.
Dominant Terpenes
Myrcene (The Fruit): Provides the overwhelming scent of ripe mango and tropical fruit.
Pinene (The Focus): High levels of alpha-pinene counteract the sedative nature of the Myrcene, promoting alertness and memory retention.
Caryophyllene (The Spice): Adds a spicy, floral background note.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is bright and acidic. It smells of sweet mango, citrus zest, and spicy earth. It is a very fresh, inviting smell.
The Smoke: Tangy and sweet. It tastes distinctly of tropical fruit punch and tart lemons. It leaves a sugary aftertaste on the tongue.
Strain Effects: The Turbine
This is not a strain for relaxing before bed. If you smoke this at night, you will be staring at the ceiling.
The Experience
The Jolt: The effects hit almost instantly. You feel a surge of mental energy and a "tightening" of focus. The brain fog clears.
The Flow State: It is exceptional for repetitive tasks or creative work. You get "in the zone."
The Mood: It is a pure mood elevator. It is difficult to feel sluggish or sad on this strain. It creates a buzzing, vibrating sense of well-being.
The Body: Unlike pure Haze strains which can be jittery, the Skunk heritage provides a mild body grounding, so you aren't shaking—you're just moving.
Best For: Morning use, gym workouts, parties, hiking, and battling chronic fatigue or depression.
Growing Green Crack Auto: The Christmas Tree
Green Crack Auto is a favorite among commercial growers because it yields heavily and rarely causes problems.
Growth Structure
The Shape: It grows like a classic Sativa—shaped like a Christmas tree. It typically reaches 90cm – 120cm (3–4 feet). It has long internodal spacing, which allows light to penetrate deep into the plant.
The Yield: It is a producer. The buds are huge, lighter green, and covered in bright orange pistils. Yields of 450–550g/m² are standard.
The Speed: It is fast for a Sativa. It usually finishes in 9 to 10 weeks from seed.
The Feed: It is a heavy feeder. It grows aggressively during the vegetative stage and needs plenty of Nitrogen to support its rapid vertical growth.
Grower’s Tip: Because it grows tall and fast, be prepared to use bamboo stakes or a trellis net. The branches are strong, but the buds can get surprisingly heavy and may cause the plant to lean. Also, it is very loud during flowering—ensure your carbon filter is working.
Final Verdict: The Morning Champion
Green Crack Auto is the antidote to the "lazy stoner" stereotype. It is a high-performance tool for high-performance people. It allows you to enjoy the flavor and mood-lifting properties of cannabis without sacrificing your productivity. If you want a plant that tastes like a tropical smoothie and works like a shot of adrenaline, Green Crack Auto is the essential addition to your morning routine.
You should choose Green Crack Auto if:
You want energy and focus (Daytime use).
You love sweet mango and citrus flavors.
You suffer from chronic fatigue.
You want a high-yielding Sativa that finishes fast.
Score: 9.6/10 (The Sativa Standard)