Banana Cream OG is a balanced hybrid cannabis strain bred by Oregon’s Vagrant Hill Farms from Blue Dream, Banana OG and Ocean Beach OG. It is known for creamy banana, citrus and mint flavors and a happy, relaxed high that stays functional at moderate doses. Reported THC varies widely between growers, so the lab label matters more than usual.
Banana Cream OG Strain at a Glance
| Type | Balanced hybrid |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Banana Cream, Banana Cream Pie |
| Lineage | Blue Dream × Banana OG × Ocean Beach OG |
| Breeder / origin | Vagrant Hill Farms (Forest Grove, Oregon) |
| Aroma and flavor | banana, sweet cream, orange, spearmint, pine, cream, mint, pear, citrus |
| Reported effects | relaxed, happy, tingly, uplifted, creative |
| Best for | afternoon or evening use, relaxing without heavy sedation |
Where Banana Cream OG Comes From
Banana Cream OG traces back to Vagrant Hill Farms, a grower in Forest Grove, Oregon, west of Portland. Leafly and Weedmaps both credit the farm, and Leafly, AllBud and Weedmaps agree on a three-way cross: Blue Dream, Banana OG and Ocean Beach OG. Blue Dream brings a gentle, sativa-leaning lift and berry sweetness, Banana OG adds the fruit and a heavier OG body, and Ocean Beach OG adds more OG structure.
The strain also circulates under the shorter names Banana Cream and Banana Cream Pie. Be aware that other growers use the Banana Cream name for unrelated crosses, so the parentage on a given jar may differ. AllBud lists it as an even 50/50 hybrid, and Leafly classifies it as a hybrid as well.
Banana Cream OG Effects: What It Feels Like
Users report a cheerful, easy-going high. On Leafly the most-tagged effects are relaxed, tingly and happy, Weedmaps users most often report happy and relaxed with some euphoria, and AllBud lists creative, focused, relaxing and uplifting. The Blue Dream side shows up as an early mood lift and a bit of mental clarity, while the OG side settles the body without pinning most people to the couch.
At moderate doses it can work in the afternoon, for a walk, cooking or a slow creative project. Larger amounts lean more relaxing, and Weedmaps notes the plants look like typical indica-type bushes, a hint of the OG influence. It tends to be a friendly choice for people who want calm without heavy sedation.
Banana Cream OG Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
Banana Cream OG is a flavor strain. AllBud describes banana, sweet cream, mint, citrus, orange, pine and a touch of menthol, and Leafly highlights strong orange and spearmint in the aroma with pear, tree fruit and mint on the palate. Weedmaps reviewers describe creamy tropical fruit over a piney, herbal OG base.
No strain database we checked publishes a terpene profile for it, so check the label on the jar. Expect a sweet, fruity inhale and a cooler, minty, piney exhale.
Side Effects and How to Use Banana Cream OG
Leafly users mention dry mouth, dry eyes and occasional dizziness. Because reported potency swings so much between growers, a jar testing in the high 20s will feel very different from one in the mid teens, so check the label and dose to match.
How strong Banana Cream OG feels depends on the batch, your tolerance and how you consume it. Start low, go slow, and read our guide to dosing cannabis.
Do People Use Banana Cream OG for Medical Reasons?
On Leafly, people most often say they reach for Banana Cream OG when dealing with anxiety (36% of reports), stress (30%) and depression (23%). AllBud’s listing also mentions headaches and aches. These are user reports, not tested outcomes.
These are user reports, not clinical findings. For what research actually supports, see our cannabis health and research section, and talk to your doctor before using cannabis for a health condition.
Strains Like Banana Cream OG
- Banana OG: a parent and the source of its banana flavor
- Blue Dream: a parent that adds a gentle, upbeat lift
- Banana Kush: another banana-forward hybrid
- Strawberry Banana: a sweet, fruity banana-family strain
- OG Kush: the OG backbone behind its body effects
Browse more hybrid strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
More Hybrid Strains to Explore
Banana Punch · Banana Runtz · Banana Sorbet · Banana Cake · Baklava · Area 41 · All hybrid strains
Where to Buy Banana Cream OG
Dispensary menus change every week, and Banana Cream OG may be sold under its own name, as a cross or as a pre-roll or vape. The fastest way to find it is to check store menus online before you go. In Bend, browse Bend dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Plantae Bend and Green Cross Cannabis Emporium Bend. In Grand Rapids, browse Grand Rapids dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Crafted Leaf and House of Dank Grand Rapids. You can also browse licensed dispensaries in every state we cover. Adults 21 and older can buy with a valid photo ID; see cannabis laws by state for purchase limits.
Banana Cream OG FAQ
Is Banana Cream OG indica or sativa?
It is a balanced hybrid. AllBud lists it at 50% indica and 50% sativa.
Who bred Banana Cream OG?
Vagrant Hill Farms in Forest Grove, Oregon, according to Leafly and Weedmaps.
What is Banana Cream OG a cross of?
A three-way cross of Blue Dream, Banana OG and Ocean Beach OG.
What does Banana Cream OG taste like?
Creamy banana and tropical fruit with orange, mint and a piney OG finish.
How strong is Banana Cream OG?
Reported THC varies a lot, from about 14% in one database to the high 20s in some lab tests cited by Weedmaps. Check the label.
Where is Banana Cream OG sold?
Mainly as dispensary flower and pre-rolls, most often on the West Coast where it originated. Some products use the shorter name Banana Cream.
For adults 21+ in legal states. Strain information reflects breeder descriptions, lab data and user reports; effects vary by person and batch. Not medical advice.
