Cultivar record / banana-punch
Banana Punch
It has the familiar comfortable - even pleasurable - high from the Purple Punch lineage (going all the way back to the Afghan!) and a nice banana flavour that is really pronounced.
- THC
- 19%
- CBD
- <1%
- Breeder
- Symbiotic Genetics
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Archive descriptors
Record notes
Only descriptors supported by both the archive record and supplementary cultivar data are listed here.
Reported feelings
Flavour notes
Terpenes
Genetics
Reported negatives
- Anxious
- Headaches
- Dizzy
Reported sensory and character descriptors vary by phenotype, batch and individual experience. They are not medical guidance.
Genetics and lineage
The recorded parent strains are Purple Punch and Banana OG.
Flavour
Reported flavour notes include tropical, pineapple and honey.
Reported character
Reported effects include tingly, relaxed and sleepy. Individual experiences vary.
Background
Crossing Banana OG X Purple Punch, Banana Punch is a strain bred by Symbiotic Genetics.
Appearance
This sample came in a fully recyclable glass jar with a metal lid and printed branding. This design of jar is practically smell-proof.
The flower is a complex looking phenotype with strong vibrant shades of green, copper and the lighter sparkling of the trichomes.
The bud development is lovely, with all nugs showing their own structure. Reminds me of the Purple Punch I reviewed last August in its appearance.
The buds are reasonably dense but with some give, and have been trimmed well.
Aroma
As soon as the jar is opened the banana scent wafts off and is easy to pick up. This one smells dank.
In addition to the banana, a familiar kush earthiness is present.
Sweet banana with hints of tropical - maybe pineapple - also give this strain a delicious scent. Grinding it up the banana aroma takes over and really comes out in full force.
Taste
Smoking this in a bong the flavour is present, but the bong doesn't hit as smoothly as I was expecting.
The smoke is not acrid or weird tasting, but it does seem to burn a bit hotter than some other strains I had put through the bong. This could be a strain-dependent thing, or else something related to the growing/drying process maybe. I tested this with multiple bowls of Banana Punch just to be sure.
But Vaping this in the Mighty gives an absolutely fantastic banana sweet earthen taste which made me want a second vape right away once the first was done. The vape quality was also top-notch - a smooth, cool, great-tasting cloud with no sharpness or bitter which suggests a clean and well-grown sample.
Effects
This strain hits just like you'd expect if you have ever consumed either of its parent strains.
This is a genotype grown by Marijuana Mike so other genotypes will express different characteristics, but it feels like this could be in the middle of the parents.
It has the familiar comfortable - even pleasurable - high from the Purple Punch lineage (going all the way back to the Afghan!) and a nice banana flavour that is really pronounced.
It hits me just right, and I love the balance that lies within the Banana Punch.
Conclusion
Despite the smoke burning a little hotter than expected, this strain delivered a great high, good vapour flavour and smelt and looked good as well. Good marks from me.
Uncertainty and variation
Banana Punch appears under several names in the archive. Cultivar characteristics vary between growers and batches. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Banana Punch appears under several names in the archive. Cultivar characteristics vary between growers and batches. The archive records a specific reviewed sample — it is not a current product specification.
Reported Effects of Banana Punch
Users most commonly report feeling tingly, relaxed and sleepy after consuming Banana Punch. These subjective effects are drawn from user-reported data and individual experiences vary considerably. The effects profile is influenced by the strain's dominant terpenes — Limonene (aroma and mood), Caryophyllene (comfort and ease), and Myrcene (freshness and energy) — as well as individual tolerance, consumption method and dosage.
Terpene Profile
The dominant terpenes recorded for Banana Punch are Limonene (a bright citrus note often linked to elevated mood), Caryophyllene (a spicy, peppery character associated with comfort and ease) and Myrcene (an earthy, musky profile commonly associated with relaxation and the classic sedative sensation). Terpene profiles can vary between phenotypes, growing conditions and curing methods.
For more on how terpenes influence the cannabis experience, see our guide to cannabis terpenes and browse the terpene directory.
Banana Punch Questions
What did the Banana Punch review say about its background?
Crossing Banana OG X Purple Punch, Banana Punch is a strain bred by Symbiotic Genetics.
What did the reviewed Banana Punch flower look like?
The flower is a complex looking phenotype with strong vibrant shades of green, copper and the lighter sparkling of the trichomes.
What aroma did the Banana Punch review describe?
Sweet banana with hints of tropical - maybe pineapple - also give this strain a delicious scent.
How did Banana Punch taste in the review?
But Vaping this in the Mighty gives an absolutely fantastic banana sweet earthen taste which made me want a second vape right away once the first was done.
What effects did the Banana Punch review describe?
It has the familiar comfortable - even pleasurable - high from the Purple Punch lineage (going all the way back to the Afghan!) and a nice banana flavour that is really pronounced.
What was the review's verdict on Banana Punch?
Despite the smoke burning a little hotter than expected, this strain delivered a great high, good vapour flavour and smelt and looked good as well.
How strong is Banana Punch?
The archive record notes THC 19% and CBD <1% for Banana Punch. Actual potency varies between batches, growers and phenotypes.
Is Banana Punch suitable for beginners?
Some consumers report feeling paranoid or anxious with Banana Punch, so beginners should start with a very small amount and give it time before consuming more. Individual tolerance varies considerably.
Is Banana Punch indica or sativa?
Banana Punch is recorded as indica-dominant hybrid. Most modern cultivars are hybrids with both indica and sativa ancestry, so individual experiences can vary.
What terpenes are found in Banana Punch?
The archive records limonene, caryophyllene and myrcene as terpenes associated with Banana Punch.
What are the potential downsides of Banana Punch?
Commonly reported side effects include anxious, headaches and dizzy. These are self-reported and vary widely between consumers.
Is every Banana Punch sample identical?
No. Phenotype, cultivation methods, storage conditions and batch differences can materially change appearance, aroma, flavour and reported character. The archive records what was observed in specific samples — your experience may differ.