Auto Pineapple Express
Auto Pineapple Express
Also known as: Pineapple Express Autoflowering, Pineapple Express Auto, PE Auto
Overview
Auto Pineapple Express is an autoflowering variant of the legendary Pineapple Express strain, created to provide the same tropical flavors and balanced effects in a faster-growing, more convenient package. This strain maintains the classic sativa-dominant hybrid characteristics with approximately 60% sativa and 40% indica genetics, while incorporating ruderalis genetics that allow it to flower automatically without light cycle changes.
The autoflowering version was developed by several reputable breeders, including Barney's Farm, Fast Buds, and other established seed companies. Barney's Farm's version is created by crossing Pineapple Chunk with BF Super Auto #1, while other breeders may use slightly different autoflowering parent genetics. The strain maintains its roots in the original Trainwreck x Hawaiian lineage while adding ruderalis genetics for autoflowering capabilities. The strain gained significant popularity following the 2008 movie "Pineapple Express," though the genetics preceded the film.
Auto Pineapple Express plants are characterized by their compact size and rapid growth cycle. Plants typically reach heights of 60-110 cm (24-43 inches) and complete their entire life cycle in approximately 8-10 weeks from seed to harvest. The buds are dense, resinous, and covered in trichomes, displaying vibrant green colors with orange pistils. The strain is renowned for its distinctive tropical aroma featuring sweet pineapple, citrus, and pine notes, making it one of the most recognizable strains by scent alone.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from stress and anxiety
- May help with depression and mood disorders
- Often used for pain management
- Users report appetite stimulation
- May help with fatigue and low energy
- Often used for nausea relief
- Users report improved focus and creativity
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Auto Pineapple Express is considered an easy-to-grow strain suitable for both novice and experienced growers. The complete lifecycle takes approximately 8-10 weeks from seed to harvest, with vegetation period of about 4 weeks followed by a 30-day flowering period. Indoor plants reach heights of 90-110 cm while outdoor plants can grow 100-120 cm. Expected yields are 400-550 g/m² indoors and 50-200 g per plant outdoors. As an autoflowering strain, it doesn't require light cycle changes and performs well in both indoor and outdoor environments. Optimal growing conditions include temperatures of 68-77°F (20-25°C) during vegetation with 50% humidity, and 70-85°F (21-29°C) during flowering with 30% humidity. Plants should be protected from strong winds when grown outdoors.