Banana Jealousy Auto: The Creamy Envy
Banana Jealousy Auto: The Creamy Envy
Strain Overview
Type: Indica-Dominant Hybrid Autoflower (60% Indica / 40% Sativa)
Breeder: Ethos Genetics (Colin Gordon)
Lineage: Banana Jealousy x Banana Daddy Auto
Market Status: The "Modern Dessert"; Banana Jealousy Auto is a cutting-edge autoflower that brings the "Hype" genetics of Jealousy into the automatic format. By crossing the photoperiod Banana Jealousy (Banana Cream Cake x Jealousy) with the stable and fruity Banana Daddy Auto, Ethos has created a strain that doubles down on the tropical cream terpenes while adding the legendary potency and bag appeal of the Seed Junky Jealousy lineage. It is a boutique autoflower designed for flavor chasers who want the latest exotic profiles without the wait.
THC Content: High (22% – 27%)
Dominant Terpenes: Caryophyllene, Limonene, Myrcene, Linalool, Humulene
Key Effects: Euphoric Relaxation, Creative "Headiness," Physical Calm, Social Ease
Banana Jealousy Auto is a dessert strain with a dark side.
It moves beyond simple fruit flavors and introduces the complex, funky "Gelato" notes that dominate the top-shelf market. It smells of ripe banana pudding, spicy black pepper, and creamy gelato. It is a visually stunning plant—often turning nearly black with purple hues—that offers a smoking experience as rich and heavy as a milkshake.
History and Lineage: The Double Banana Cross
This strain is a "Backcross of sorts," stacking banana flavors on top of high-potency modern genetics.
The Mother (Banana Jealousy): The hype. This photoperiod strain is a cross of Banana Cream Cake x Jealousy (Gelato #41 x Sherb Bx1). It is famous for its massive yield, frost, and funky, creamy banana/gelato profile. It brings the "Exotic" bag appeal.
The Father (Banana Daddy Auto): The stabilizer. As detailed in previous reviews, this Ethos auto (Banana Hammock x Granddaddy Purple) provides the autoflowering trait, the purple color, and an extra layer of fruity musk.
The Synthesis: Banana Jealousy Auto is a flavor bomb. It reinforces the "Banana" ester while introducing the spicy, gassy funk of the Jealousy. It grows with the vigor of the Daddy but produces flowers that look and smell like the Jealousy mother.
Terpene Profile: Funky Pudding and Gas
The aroma of Banana Jealousy Auto is thick, creamy, and pungent. It has that distinct "Gelato" funk that coats the mouth.
Dominant Terpenes
Caryophyllene (The Funk): The dominant terpene. It provides the spicy, peppery, and gas backbone that cuts through the sweetness. It gives the strain its "Jealousy" kick.
Limonene (The Cream): Highly present. It smells of citrus rind and creamy dough. It blends with the fruit to create a "Banana Cream Pie" aroma.
Myrcene (The Fruit): Adds the heavy ripe banana and cherry base. It provides the sedative, relaxing qualities.
Linalool (The Floral): A distinct background note of lavender and candy, adding to the complex "Sherbet" smell.
Flavor Notes:
The Aroma: It is savory and sweet. It smells of over-ripe bananas, gelato funk, black pepper, and earthy dough.
The Smoke: Smooth and expansive. It tastes of creamy fruit and spice on the inhale, with a gassy gelato finish on the exhale.
Strain Effects: The Balanced Exotic
Banana Jealousy Auto offers a sophisticated high that hits both the head and body.
The Experience
The Lift: The high hits quickly with a happy, euphoric rush. The Jealousy genetics provide a strong mood boost that wipes away stress.
The Social: It is a great social strain. It makes you chatty and relaxed. It lacks the intense paranoia of pure Sativas.
The Stone: A wave of physical relaxation follows. It feels heavy in the limbs but doesn't immediately knock you out. It is a "functional stone."
The Potency: It is surprisingly potent for an auto. Novice smokers should take it slow, as the Jealousy influence can sneak up on you.
Best For: Evening socializing, creative gaming, stress relief, mild pain, and flavor appreciation.
Growing Banana Jealousy Auto: The Frosty Exotic
This strain is designed to produce "Instagram-worthy" flowers in an autoflower timeframe.
Growth Structure
The Size: Medium-Large. It grows with great vigor. It forms a strong central cola with heavy side branching.
The Colors: Stunning. In late flower, the leaves often turn dark purple, almost black, providing a stark contrast to the white trichomes.
The Yield: High. It produces dense, rock-hard nuggets. The calyx-to-leaf ratio is excellent, making it easy to trim.
The Speed: It finishes in 75 to 85 days from seed.
The Feeding: Heavy. It is a hungry plant. The Jealousy genetics love high EC levels. Push the Calcium and Magnesium in early flower to support the dense bud structure.
Grower’s Tip: This strain responds very well to topping (once, early) and LST. Because the buds are so dense, keep humidity low in the final weeks to prevent mold. The "fade" on this plant is legendary, so flush well to let the colors pop.
Similar Strains / Lineage Relations
If you enjoy the profile or growth of Banana Jealousy Auto, you might also appreciate these three genetically related or similar strains:
Banana Daddy Auto: The Father.
Why: If you want the banana flavor but prefer a slightly heavier, more sedative Indica high (thanks to GDP) without the spicy/funky "Jealousy" influence, the father is a great choice.
Jealousy: The Grandmother.
Why: If you want to experience the Strain of the Year genetics in their purest form, grow the photoperiod Jealousy. It offers the ultimate Gelato/Sherbet/Gas profile without the banana twist.
Banana Hammock Auto: The Relative.
Why: If you prefer a sweeter, honey-forward banana profile rather than the creamy/gassy funk of the Jealousy cross, Banana Hammock is the sweeter alternative.
Final Verdict: The Creamy Envy
Banana Jealousy Auto is a top-tier modern autoflower. It successfully bridges the gap between the "Candy/Gas" hype strains of California and the ease of growing an auto. It offers a complex, savory, and sweet flavor profile that rivals top-shelf photoperiods, packaged in a plant that yields heavy and looks beautiful. If you want to grow the envy of your friends, this is the seed to pop.
You should choose Banana Jealousy Auto if:
You love Gelato/Banana flavors.
You want "Exotic" Bag Appeal.
You want High Potency.
You appreciate Modern Hype Genetics.
Score: 9.6/10 (The Modern Exotic)