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Gorilla Glue #4 Strain

Updated: Oct 22

A notoriously sticky strain, Gorilla Glue strain #4 got its name from the fact that growers have a hard time trimming its buds, with the high resin content leading their scissors to stick together.

Thus, this heavy hitter of a strain was born.

Gorilla Glue #4 is said to be sativa-dominant, although it is in fact more accurately an exact hybrid of both sativa and indica properties.

Information about Gorilla Glue #4 marijuana strain:


Gorilla Glue #4 origins, lineage, and genetics

Developed by GG Strains, Gorilla Glue #4 has become a sensation in its own right.

It was created by mixing three potent parent strains:


Gorilla Glue #4 has been awarded in a number of Cannabis Cups in 2014 but also in the High Times Jamaican World Cup and is widely touted as a supreme strain that every veteran smoker needs to have tried at least once in their lives.

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Effects of GG4 cannabis strain

Another way Gorilla Glue #4 has earned its name, is for the intense couch-lock it can cause someone to succumb to.

What else do we expect from a strain so sticky and heavy, it can easily clump your fingers together when you manually try to break it up?


With its THC levels borderline through the roof, having clocked in at times at a record 30% in some dispensaries, Gorilla Glue Auto is nothing for the faint-hearted.

Bold in its cerebral effects, it induces a heavy head high with a potent push to relaxation.


GG4 gorilla glue bud

GG4 gorilla glue bud

Also to be noted, are how long its effects can last – often leaving you in a hazy cerebral high for up to 4 hours.

Gorilla Glue instills a happy, giggly high with a sense of skin-tingling euphoria.

It is uplifting while maintaining focus, and is a perfect strain for those days when you want to just chill out on the couch with your buddies and unwind.


Gorilla Glue #4 terpenes

This famous strain’s most abundant terpene is caryophyllene, followed by D-Limonene, ocimene, and humulene.


GG4 Aroma & Flavor

Indulgent in its unique fragrance, you can smell that Gorilla Glue #4 means business like no other.

It has a woody, pine-like aroma to it that borders on a hint of fresh sandalwood.

Also read our review of Gorilla Glue #1

What breaks up its pungent, mossy scent is that of a certain dark sweetness, much like berries and fresh wild cherries.

Gorilla Glue #4 tastes much the way it smells. Its flavors are all about a dark woody aftertaste, mixed with a hint of earthy pine.

It also has a hint of coffee and chocolate in it, breaking up the dark spicy accents with a hint of the fragrant sweetness. Sometimes, it can leave a slightly chemical aftertaste in your mouth due to its potency and high THC levels.


Gorilla Glue #4 strain Effects

How to grow Gorilla Glue #4

Dominant terpene:

Secondary terpenes:


Adverse reactions

Quoted as causing a case of “head fry” in inexperienced smokers, Gorilla Glue can give you something to be paranoid about if you come unprepared.

The body stone can be intense, which can cause mild cases of anxiety and nervousness in some.



A prevalent headache might be present as an effect of the intense head high.

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As is usual with many potent strains, one of the most strongly observed side effects caused by this Gorilla Glue #4 is a case of dry mouth and also dry eyes.

This is because it can leave you feeling severely dehydrated, which can quickly be remedied by consuming a copious amount of liquids.


Helpful aspects

Another reason why it is a favorite of many, is because of Gorilla Glue #4’s ability to soothe so many ailments.

Its potency guarantees for a solid pain relief that could be caused by many potentially complicated diseases such as muscle spasms, gum disease, chronic back pains and many others.

Gorilla Glue #4 is also a powerful stress-reliever and is therefore widely used in the treatment of depression and anxiety.

It is helpful for those who seek a little help to initiate a restful night of sleep, and has therefore been successfully prescribed to combat disruptive bouts of insomnia.

For patients who suffer from a lack of appetite due to medication or chemotherapy and radiation treatments in the battle against cancer, can be prescribed Gorilla Glue #4.

It can help them restore their appetite by eliminating the feeling of nausea.


Gorilla Glue #4 grow info

Indoor strain yield

When grown indoors, Gorilla Glue #4 can yield an average of 18 ounces per square meter. This strain can typically take about 8-9 weeks to flower and be ready for a successful harvest.

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Outdoor strain yield

Gorilla Glue #4, when kept in its ideal sunny and dry settings, can produce a generous harvest of about 21 ounces yielded per plant. It is usually ready for harvest around the middle of October.

Gorilla Glue #4 yields quite generously, which makes it a win-win strain to grow, because it is also known for its absolute ease. We offer feminized and autoflowering GG4 seeds!


FAQ about Gorilla Glue #4

What is the Gorilla Glue #4 strain yield?

Gorilla Glue #4 yields 18oz/ m2 indoors and 21oz/ plant outdoors.


How much THC does the Gorilla Glue #4 strain have?

The Gorilla Glue #4 strain has about 25% to 30% THC.


What are the origins of the Gorilla Glue #4 strain?

Gorilla Glue #4 was created as a blend of Chem’s Sister, Sour Dubb and Chocolate Diesel.

Have you ever smoked or grown your own Gorilla Glue #4? Please let me know what you think about this marijuana strain in the comments below.

Robert


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