Shortcut Auto by Happy Valley Genetics
Cannabis ruderalis × Indica × Sativa
Shortcut Auto is a hybrid strain developed by Happy Valley Genetics, aiming to combine the best traits of ruderalis, indica, and sativa. This auto-flowering variety is recognized for its robust growth, appealing aesthetics, and a balanced profile of effects suitable for various users.
Appearance
Shortcut Auto presents a compact and sturdy plant structure, often appearing bushy with dense, trichome-covered buds. Its leaves typically display a deep green coloration, sometimes with purple hues, and are characteristically serrated. The abundant trichomes suggest a high resin production, contributing to its visually appealing, frosted appearance.
Aroma & Flavor
The aroma of Shortcut Auto is layered, offering a complex bouquet that blends earthy undertones with sweet and fruity notes, complemented by spicy and piney elements. Upon closer inspection, hints of freshly crushed herbs and a subtle citrus aroma emerge. The flavor follows suit, presenting an interplay of earthiness with sweet and citrus overtones, finishing with a smooth herbal zest.
Effects
Users often experience a rapid onset of effects from Shortcut Auto, beginning with a cerebral uplift that can foster creativity and happiness. This is typically followed by a sense of calm and physical relaxation, characteristic of its indica heritage. The balanced nature of its effects makes it suitable for both social settings and unwinding.
Terpenes & Cannabinoids
Dominant terpenes in Shortcut Auto include Myrcene, Limonene, and Caryophyllene, contributing to its distinct aroma, flavor, and potential therapeutic benefits. The strain features a high THC content, typically ranging from 18% to 22%, with CBD levels usually below 1%. Trace amounts of other cannabinoids may contribute to a nuanced entourage effect.
Growing
As an auto-flowering strain, Shortcut Auto is designed for ease of cultivation, flowering automatically regardless of light cycles. Its ruderalis genetics contribute to resilience and relatively quick flowering times, often estimated between 8-9 weeks from seed to harvest. The plant is noted for robust growth and dense bud formation.
Origins & Lineage
Developed by Happy Valley Genetics, Shortcut Auto is the result of cross-breeding Cannabis ruderalis with indica and sativa varieties. The goal was to create an auto-flowering hybrid that incorporated the hardiness and automatic flowering of ruderalis, the resin production and physical effects of indica, and the cerebral energy of sativa.