Auto Red Tropicana Cookies by Dutch Passion
Red Tropicana Cookies × Auto Night Queen
Auto Red Tropicana Cookies is a modern autoflowering cultivar developed by Dutch Passion, noted for its vibrant coloration and high THC content. This sativa-dominant hybrid aims to combine intense flavor with a fast, compact growth cycle, making it suitable for various cultivation environments.
Appearance
This strain is characterized by vivid purple to magenta hues that often appear on the flowers and leaves, particularly in the final weeks of bloom. It produces dense, compact buds covered in a thick layer of trichomes. The pistils can range from tangerine to bronze, creating a striking contrast with the colorful foliage.
Aroma & Flavor
The aroma is a complex blend of sweet citrus, reminiscent of orange soda, and ripe berries. Underlying notes of peppery spice, earth, and floral hints like violet or lavender are also present. On the palate, flavors of orange sherbet and mixed berries are prominent, balanced by subtle herbal and spicy undertones, with a finish that can carry hints of grape and a cool freshness.
Effects
Auto Red Tropicana Cookies is reported to provide focused effects. As a sativa-dominant hybrid with indica influences, it aims to offer a balanced experience, potentially delivering uplifting mental qualities alongside a more grounded physical sensation.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
This cultivar typically tests as THC-dominant, with THC levels ranging from 18% to 25% and CBD content below 1%. Common terpenes found in dessert-leaning autos like this include caryophyllene, limonene, and myrcene, with potential contributions from ocimene and linalool. Anthocyanins are responsible for its distinctive red and purple coloration.
Growing
As an autoflower, Auto Red Tropicana Cookies transitions to flowering automatically, simplifying cultivation. It is noted for pronounced vigor and a fast finish, typically reaching heights of 70-110 cm indoors. The plant structure features a strong central cola with symmetrical side branches, and the moderate internodal spacing aids in reducing mold risk.
Origins & Lineage
Bred by Dutch Passion, Auto Red Tropicana Cookies is a cross between Red Tropicana Cookies and Auto Night Queen. This combination aims to merge the desirable flavor profile and uplifting effects of the Tropicana Cookies lineage with the density and resin production of Auto Night Queen, while incorporating ruderalis genetics for autoflowering traits.