Funky Charms
Funky Charms
Overview
Funky Charms is an evenly balanced hybrid strain (50% indica/50% sativa) created by Exotic Genetix through crossing Grease Monkey and Rainbow Chip. This strain emerged from Washington-based breeding operations as part of Exotic Genetix's 2021 Grease Monkey lineup, combining premium genetics that trace back to legendary cultivars including Sour Diesel, GSC (Girl Scout Cookies), GG#4, and Jack Herer. The strain gained significant popularity in the early 2020s across major cannabis markets including California, Colorado, and Michigan, where dispensaries highlighted its striking visual appeal and complex terpene profile.
Funky Charms produces oversized, diamond-shaped emerald-green nuggets with thin orange hairs, golden undertones, and a heavy coating of frosty, tiny golden-white crystal trichomes. The dense buds are notably resinous and sticky, making them excellent candidates for concentrate extraction. The strain exhibits phenotypic variation with two main expressions: green stem and purple stem phenotypes, both of which are heavy producers with dense bud structure and resilient growing characteristics.
Named for its distinctive flavor reminiscent of breakfast cereal, Funky Charms delivers a complex aromatic and flavor profile that combines sweet and sugary fruity notes with hints of chocolate, nutty vanilla, diesel fuel, sage, citrus, and mint. The strain's unique sensory experience has made it highly sought after by flavor-hunting cannabis connoisseurs, with lab-tested samples regularly showing terpene content between 1.5-3.0% by weight.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from chronic pain
- May help with insomnia
- Often used for depression and mood disorders
- Users report benefits for PTSD symptoms
- May assist with ADHD focus issues
- Often chosen for anxiety relief
- Users report help with chronic fatigue
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Funky Charms is considered moderately easy to grow and performs well both indoors and outdoors, with a preference for Mediterranean-style growing conditions. The strain has a flowering time of 56-63 days (8-9 weeks) and is known as a heavy producer with yields potentially exceeding 500g per m² indoors and 600g+ outdoors. Plants exhibit moderate stretch (1.5-2.0x) and respond well to training techniques including SOG, SCROG, and lollipopping. The strain thrives under high light intensity and elevated CO2 conditions, requiring proper humidity control and consistent airflow. By week five of flowering, plants typically develop heavy, resinous colas that benefit from support systems. The cultivar is noted for its dense flower production and high resin content, making it excellent for extract production. Growers should monitor for pests due to the strain's dense flower structure and implement integrated pest management strategies.