Gelato 45
Gelato 45
Also known as: Gelato #45, Pink Panties, Michael Jordan
Overview
Gelato 45 is a distinguished indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain (60% indica, 40% sativa) that emerged from the renowned Cannabis Family genetics in California's Bay Area. This particular phenotype is one of several numbered Gelato variants created through selective breeding of parent strains Sunset Sherbet and Thin Mint Girl Scout Cookies. The strain was developed by expert cultivators including Mario Guzman (Mr. Sherbinskis) and Jai Chang (Jigga) as part of their systematic phenotype selection process during the late 2010s.
Gelato 45 is characterized by its striking visual appeal, featuring forest green buds with purple and blue highlights, stubby orange pistils, and a dense coating of crystalline trichomes that give the flowers a frosty, resinous appearance. The strain exhibits heart-shaped, compact buds that are notably dense and sticky to the touch. During cultivation, the plant can develop spectacular purple hues, especially when exposed to slightly cooler nighttime temperatures during the final weeks of flowering. This phenotype is particularly valued for its balanced effects that combine the uplifting cerebral stimulation typical of sativa genetics with the relaxing body effects characteristic of indica strains, making it suitable for both social settings and personal relaxation.
Effects
Reported Medical Uses
- Users report relief from depression
- May help with anxiety
- Often used for chronic pain management
- Users report help with insomnia
- May assist with stress relief
- Users report appetite stimulation
- May help with muscle spasms
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional.
Possible Negative Effects
Growing Information
Gelato 45 is considered moderately easy to grow, making it suitable for both novice and experienced cultivators. Indoor flowering time ranges from 8-10 weeks (56-70 days), with indoor yields reaching 500-700 grams per square meter (1.6-2.3 oz/ft²). The strain prefers temperatures between 70-80°F (21-27°C) during the day with slightly cooler nights, and humidity levels of 40-50% during flowering. Plants grow to medium height (100-120cm indoors, up to 2-2.5m outdoors) with a bushy, indica-like structure. Outdoor cultivation is best suited for warm, Mediterranean-like climates with harvest occurring in early October, yielding 100-200 grams per plant (3-7 oz) outdoors. The strain responds well to training techniques like SCROG, LST, and topping, and produces dense, resinous buds with exceptional trichome coverage. Proper ventilation and odor management are important during late flowering stages.