About GMO
GMO (Garlic Mushroom Onion) is an indica-dominant hybrid bred by Mamiko (of Raw Farms) in California, created by crossing Chemdawg with Girl Scout Cookies. The strain is famous for its overwhelming aroma: a intense blend of garlic, mushroom, and chemical fuel that can fill a room instantly. Despite its pungent odor, the flavor is surprisingly complex — savory garlic on the inhale, with sweet cookie dough undertones and a chemical, fuel-like finish. The high is heavy and sedative, typically landing consumers on the couch with a deep body stone. GMO's unique terpene profile (dominated by caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene) was entirely new when it emerged, and it sparked a wave of 'savory' or 'garlic' strains that continues to influence breeders today. The strain has been widely crossed, producing notable descendants including GMO Cookies, Garlic Breath, and Garlic Budder. Despite its off-putting name for some consumers, GMO has become one of the most sought-after strains in the modern market.
Flavor Profile
History
GMO was bred by Mamiko at Raw Farms in California and first gained attention around 2014-2015. The strain originally circulated in clone-only form before being Seeded and made more widely available. It was named for its distinctive aroma — a garlicky, chemical, mushroom-like funk that was completely unique at the time. While the name put off some mainstream consumers, the strain developed a passionate following in the connoisseur community. By 2019-2020, GMO had become a staple of West Coast dispensaries and was widely recognized as one of the key strains of the 'savory' terpene era. Its influence continues through its many crosses and descendants.
Notable breeders: Mamiko (Raw Farms), Kaptain Kush
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Chemdawg (Chemdawg 91 x Chem D) x Girl Scout Cookies (OG Kush x Durban Poison)
Phenotypes & Cultivars
GMO is available in the following phenotypes and cultivars:
Terpene Profile
GMO is dominated by Myrcene, Caryophyllene, Limonene. These compounds shape the strain's aroma, flavor, and reported effects.
Genetic Families
GMO is part of the following genetic families:
Known Offspring
Strains that descend from GMO:
Frequently Asked Questions
Is GMO indica or sativa?
GMO is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain.
What are the genetics of GMO?
GMO has a genetic lineage of Chemdawg x Girl Scout Cookies. Chemdawg (Chemdawg 91 x Chem D) x Girl Scout Cookies (OG Kush x Durban Poison)
What is the lineage of GMO?
GMO descends from Chemdawg x Girl Scout Cookies. Chemdawg (Chemdawg 91 x Chem D) x Girl Scout Cookies (OG Kush x Durban Poison) It belongs to the Chem Family genetic family.
What is the THC content of GMO?
GMO typically tests at 22-30% THC.
What does GMO smell and taste like?
GMO has a Garlic, mushroom, chemical fuel, funk, skunk, diesel, sweet undertones aroma profile, with flavors described as Savory garlic, chemical, fuel, cookie dough sweetness, earthy funk, spicy finish.
What are the effects of GMO?
Users report Heavy, sedative, relaxing, couch-lock, euphoric, sleep-inducing at higher doses. As an indica-dominant strain, it is known for relaxing body effects.
What are the phenotypes of GMO?
GMO is known in several phenotypes and cultivars, including GMO, GMO Cookies, Garlic Breath, Garlic Budder. Each phenotype expresses the same genetics slightly differently — varying in aroma, bud color, growth habit, and effects.
What is the history of GMO?
GMO was bred by Mamiko at Raw Farms in California and first gained attention around 2014-2015. The strain originally circulated in clone-only form before being Seeded and made more widely available. It was named for its distinctive aroma — a garlicky, chemical, mushroom-like funk that was completely unique at the time. While the name put off some mainstream consumers, the strain developed a passionate following in the connoisseur community. By 2019-2020, GMO had become a staple of West Coast dispensaries and was widely recognized as one of the key strains of the 'savory' terpene era. Its influence continues through its many crosses and descendants.
How long does GMO take to flower?
GMO has a flowering time of approximately 9-11 weeks. Plants grow to a medium to tall height.
What is the yield of GMO?
GMO produces a High yield. Flowering takes approximately 9-11 weeks.
Medical Applications
GMO is commonly associated with: