Banana OG is an indica-dominant hybrid cannabis strain bred from OG Kush and a strain called Banana, known for a ripe banana and pine aroma. It is a heavy, relaxing evening strain that users often compare to a classic OG with a fruit twist. Lab results on Leafly and AllBud usually range from about 21% to 27% THC.
Banana OG Strain at a Glance
| Type | Indica-dominant hybrid (about 70% indica) |
|---|---|
| Lineage | OG Kush × Banana |
| Breeder / origin | Not documented |
| THC | 21–27% (typical lab range) |
| CBD | Under 1% |
| Dominant terpenes | Limonene, Beta-caryophyllene, Myrcene |
| Aroma and flavor | overripe banana, tropical fruit, pine, earth, sweet banana, tropical, woody, light pepper |
| Reported effects | relaxed, sleepy, tingly, happy |
| Best for | evening use, winding down before bed, experienced consumers |
Where Banana OG Comes From
Banana OG pairs OG Kush, the Southern California strain behind much of modern West Coast cannabis, with a plant known simply as Banana. Leafly and AllBud both list that cross, and AllBud puts the balance at roughly 70% indica and 30% sativa. Neither source names the original breeder, and the Banana parent is not well documented on its own, so treat the origin story as incomplete.
The strain earned a following in California and spread to other legal markets, and it became a useful parent. Leafly lists Banana Punch and Banana Runtz among its offspring, both of which keep the banana note in their names and aromas.
Banana OG Effects: What It Feels Like
Users describe Banana OG as a body-first strain. A short, happy lift in the head comes first, and some people find it briefly stimulating or social. Then a warm, tingly relaxation settles in, and at larger doses it turns sedating. Leafly reviewers most often tag it sleepy, relaxed and tingly, and AllBud reviewers describe a mellow buzz that keeps the mind fairly functional at low doses.
Several reviewers warn that heavy use can leave them nearly glued to the couch, followed by strong hunger and then sleep. That makes it a better fit for late evenings than for anything that needs energy. Keep snacks nearby and start small.
Banana OG Terpenes, Aroma and Flavor
The nose is sweet overripe banana with tropical fruit, sitting on a piney, earthy OG base. AllBud describes the smell as banana peels mixed with Christmas pine, and tasters mention sweet, woody and sometimes cinnamon or vanilla notes on the exhale.
Leafly lists limonene as the most abundant terpene, followed by caryophyllene and myrcene. Limonene lends brightness to the fruit, caryophyllene a light pepper, and myrcene the earthy weight that often comes with heavier indicas.
- Limonene: bright citrus, also found in lemon and orange peel
- Beta-caryophyllene: peppery and spicy, also found in black pepper and cloves
- Myrcene: earthy, musky and herbal, also found in mango and hops
Terpene levels vary from grower to grower and batch to batch, so check the lab label on the package. Learn more in our guide to cannabis terpenes.
Side Effects and How to Use Banana OG
Dry mouth, dry eyes and occasional dizziness are the most common complaints on Leafly. Larger amounts can cause heavy eyelids, couch-lock and intense munchies. A few reviewers also found the smoke harsh. Plan to use it when you have nowhere to be.
How strong Banana 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 OG for Medical Reasons?
Leafly readers most often mention anxiety, stress and pain as reasons they choose Banana OG, and AllBud reviewers add trouble sleeping and poor appetite. These are user reports, not proof that it helps any condition.
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.
Growing Banana OG
- Yield: Lower than average
Grow details are thin. AllBud describes light green plants with brown pistils that darken toward harvest and notes that yields are lower than many strains, with potency making up for it. No reliable flowering time is published for the original cut.
Home-grow rules depend on the state: adults can grow at home in states such as California (six plants per residence), Michigan (12 per residence) and Oregon (four per household), while Washington and Illinois allow home growing only for registered medical patients. Check your state in our cannabis laws by state guide before you plant anything.
Strains Like Banana OG
- OG Kush: direct parent and source of the pine and fuel base
- Banana Kush: another banana-scented relaxing hybrid
- Banana Punch: listed offspring
- Banana Runtz: listed offspring with a sweeter, candy twist
- Bubba Kush: similar heavy evening effect
- Banana Cream OG: another banana-forward OG
Browse more indica strains, the full strain directory, or our guide to cannabis strains.
More Indica Strains to Explore
Bananaconda · Berry Gelato · Big Bud · Banana MAC · Banana Kush · Banana Fig · All indica strains
Where to Buy Banana OG
Dispensary menus change every week, and Banana 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 Long Beach, browse Long Beach dispensaries and check the menus at stores like Haven Cannabis Marijuana and Weed Dispensary – Lakewood and Off The Charts. In Chicago, browse Chicago dispensaries and check the menus at stores like UMI – Chicago and Market 96 – S Wells Street. 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 OG FAQ
Is Banana OG indica or sativa?
Banana OG is an indica-dominant hybrid, listed by AllBud at about 70% indica.
What is Banana OG a cross of?
Banana OG is OG Kush crossed with a strain called Banana. The breeder is not documented.
How strong is Banana OG?
Reported THC runs from about 21% to 27%, which is high. Heavy doses are known to be sedating.
Is Banana OG good for sleep?
Many users say it makes them sleepy and choose it for late evenings, though that is personal experience rather than a tested effect.
What does Banana OG taste like?
Sweet, ripe banana and tropical fruit over a piney, earthy OG base.
Where is Banana OG sold?
It appears at licensed dispensaries as flower, pre-rolls and vape cartridges, and its name shows up in many banana-themed crosses.
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.