Rainbow Runtz

Rainbow Runtz is an indica/sativa variety from Growers Choice and can be cultivated indoors (where the plants will need a flowering time of ±63 days) and outdoors. Growers Choices Rainbow Runtz is a THC dominant variety and is/was only available as feminized seeds.

Growers Choices Rainbow Runtz Description

Runtz is arguably one of the biggest names in modern cannabis. Similar to Pink and White Runtz, Rainbow Runtz is believed to be a unique variety of this fruity, candy genetic line. That being said, its ties to the original Runtz haven't been confirmed. Nonetheless, its bold aromas and heavy-handed effects have earned Rainbow Runtz a firm place in the hearts of most people lucky enough to have tried it.

Strain History of Rainbow Runtz

Runtz is a brand of cannabis founded by rapper Yung LB, his manager Raybama, and a mysterious breeder known humbly as Nick. The entire Runtz lineage started after the discovery of the first Runtz strain (a cross of Zkittlez and Gelato), which likely got its name from its super sweet candy aroma, sugary coating of trichomes and purple-pink hues—reminiscent of the Wonka candies it's named after.

As the popularity of the original Runtz grew, the Runtz brand and its parent company Jokes Up began commercializing new phenotypes of the strain (such as Pink Runtz and White Runtz), as well as strains such as:

• Nasuh

• Peach Cobbler

• Frostiez

• Balla Berries

• Sharklato

Rainbow Runtz is rumored to be a unique Runtz variety, though it doesn't seem to have clear ties to the Runtz brand or Jokes Up. The genetic lineage of Rainbow Runtz is also highly debated.

Genetic Lineage of Rainbow Runtz

The original Runtz as well as phenotypes like Pink Runtz and White Runtz are all the result of crossing Zkilletz and Gelato. The genetic lineage of Rainbow Runtz, however, is different and unclear. Below, we'll explore some of the reported genetic origins of Rainbow Runtz:

• Zkittlez X Dosidos: Zkittlez is an indica-dominant hybrid that combines Grape Ape and Grapefruit genetics. It's known for producing a relaxed, sleepy, and happy high, as well candy-sweet fruit aromas. Some believe that Rainbow Runtz was made by crossing Zkittlez with Dosidos, a Cookies hybrid with tons of THC and pungent floral/pine terps that combine to produce a euphoric yet relaxing high.

• Rainbow Chip X Runtz: This is a genetic variation of Rainbow Runtz sometimes attributed to Exotic Genetix, a breeder from Tacoma, Washington. Rainbow Chip is a cross of Sunset Sherbet and Mint Chocolate Chip. It has earthy, citrus aromas and a psychedelic, giggly high. By crossing it with Runtz, Exotic Genetix created a hard-hitting hybrid with up to 27% THC.

• Rainbow Candy X Gelato: Allegedly created by Chosen Seeds in London, England, this variation of Rainbow Runtz crossed Gelato #41 (a less common Gelato pheno) with Rainbow Candy (a cross of Zkittlez and Dosidos). The result is a potent hybrid with a hard-hitting physical stone and mental euphoria, as well as bold aromas that combine notes of fruit and sweet candies with creamy, ice-cream like undertones.

Physical Characteristics of Rainbow Runtz

Rainbow Runtz is available as a seed from many different seedbanks. Obviously, the exact physical traits of these varieties can differ. Below, however, we'll describe some of the general traits of the strain reported by growers and different banks.

Rainbow Runtz plants typically look indica-dominant, developing into short, bushy plants with large, broad, dark-green leaves. As they veg, Rainbow Runtz plants seem to stay nice and compact with tightly spaced internodes. Then, once they enter bloom, they stretch considerably, developing long branches and colas that eventually grow heavy with thick, spear-shaped buds. Some Rainbow Runtz varieties can take on purple and pink hues, while others stay a beautiful, lime-green.

Properties/Effects of Rainbow Runtz

Rainbow Runtz is considered very potent, though its average THC levels and dominant terpenes aren't known. Some samples, however, reportedly have up to 31% THC. Most users find the aroma of this strain to be similar to the original Runtz (sweet and fruity), though some report the strain has more notable aromas of pine and earth, as well as some slight creaminess. Depending on where you source your Rainbow Runtz, you may also pick up on floral, diesel, and vanilla notes.

If there's one aspect of Rainbow Runtz that everyone can agree on, it's the strain's effects. Users consistently find Rainbow Runtz produces an intensely relaxing stone typical of old-school indicas.

After just 1 or 2 tokes, you can expect to feel a warm, heavy stone spread throughout your entire body. As this heavy, tingly physical sensation grows you'll also experience a calm, cerebral euphoria that'll elevate your mood and undoubtedly put a smile on your face. Rainbow Runtz is known to produce couchlock, so be sure to settle in with some snacks and something light and funny to focus your attention on as you bask in her heavy, long-lasting effects.

Uses of Rainbow Runtz

Rainbow Runtz is a super popular strain loved by both recreational and medical cannabis users. Recreational smokers, for example, treasure the strain for its calm, cerebral effects and heavy, physical stone. Recreational users report using Rainbow Runtz:

• To relax at home

• While watching movies or TV

• While playing video games

• On weekends or public holidays

• While relaxing outdoors

• Together with friends

Medical cannabis patients also report using Rainbow Runtz to relieve a wide variety of symptoms and ailments, including:

• Headaches

• Nausea

• Pain

• Anxiety

• Insomnia

• Appetite loss

Like all highly potent cannabis strains, Rainbow Runtz isn't without its negative effects. Some of the reported side effects of this strain include:

• Dry mouth and eyes

• Couchlock

• Anxiety

Cultivation/Production of Rainbow Runtz

Rainbow Runtz is a fairly popular strain for home growers as the seeds are available from a variety of seedbanks/breeders. Of course, the exact growing traits of different Rainbow Runtz varieties can vary depending on their genetics.

In general, however, Rainbow Runtz plants are well suited for both indoor and outdoor cultivation. They stay nice and compact during veg but have a tendency to stretch in the early flowering phase.

Rainbow Runtz seems to respond well to a variety of training methods, including both low-stress and high-stress techniques. It also benefits from regular fertilization and seems to be hardy enough to handle cool temperatures (which may bring out purple hues in some varieties of the strain).

Rainbow Runtz typically takes 8–10 weeks to flower, and autoflowering versions of the strain are available from some seedbanks. The strain is reportedly a good yielder, though this can vary greatly depending on how it is grown.

Rainbow Runtz: A Heavy, Fruity Hybrid With Mysterious Genetics

Rainbow Runtz’ genetics and history might not be certain, but one thing is: this heavy-handed and potent cannabis hybrid is extremely popular. With fruity aromas laced with hints of earth, pine, and vanilla, and a warm physical buzz accompanied by a calm mental euphoria, it's not hard to see why. Best of all, Rainbow Runtz is readily available from a variety of seedbanks, making it super easy to source and grow at home.

• Rainbow Runtz »»» Rainbow Candy x Gelato #41
• Rainbow Candy
  • »»» Zkittlez x Dosidos
  • Zkittlez
    • »»» {Grape Ape x Grapefruit} x Unknown Strain
    • Grape Ape x Grapefruit
      • Grape Ape
        • Grand Daddy Purple Grape Ape Probably
          • »»» Purple Urkel x Big Bud Probably
          • Purple Urkel
            • Unknown Mostly Indica »»» Mostly Indica
          • Big Bud
            • »»» {Big Bud x NL#1} x Big Bud
            • Big Bud x NL#1
              • Big Bud »»» Indica
              • NL#1 IBL
                • »»» Purest Indica x Afghani probably from Neville IBL
                • Purest Indica
                  • Afghani (specified above)
                • Afghani probably from Neville
                  • Afghanistan Probably Indica »»» Indica
            • Big Bud »»» Indica
      • Grapefruit
        • Unknown Hybrid »»» Indica/Sativa Hybrid
    • Unknown Strain
  • Dosidos
    • »»» OGKB x Face/Off OG BX1
    • OGKB Probably
      • Girl Scout Cookies Phenotype: selected pheno
        • Thin Mint GSC probably
          • »»» OG Kush South Florida x F1 Durban probably
          • OG Kush South Florida
            • »»» Unknown Strain Unknown Strain: Emerald Triangle x Hindu Kush Neville
            • Unknown Strain Unknown Strain: Emerald Triangle »»» Unknown Strain
            • Hindu Kush Neville »»» Indica
          • F1 Durban S1
            • »»» F1 x Durban S1
            • F1
              • Unknown Strain
            • Durban
              • South African Sativa Geo Information: KwaZulu-Natal »»» Sativa
    • Face/Off OG BX1
      • »»» {Unknown Strain Phenotype: #32 x Face-Off OG Kush} x Face-Off OG Kush
      • Unknown Strain Phenotype: #32 x Face-Off OG Kush
        • Unknown Strain Phenotype: #32 »»» Unknown Strain
        • Face-Off OG Kush
          • OG Kush Selfed (specified above)
      • Face-Off OG Kush (specified above)
• Gelato #41 #41
  • Bacio Gelato #41
    • Gelato
      • »»» Sunset Sherbet x Thin Mint Cookies
      • Sunset Sherbet
        • »»» Girl Scout Cookies x Pink Panties
        • Girl Scout Cookies (specified above)
        • Pink Panties
          • »»» OG Kush South Florida x {OG Kush South Florida x Burma}
          • OG Kush South Florida x Burma
            • OG Kush South Florida (specified above)
            • Burma
              • Burma Probably Sativa »»» Sativa
          • OG Kush South Florida (specified above)
      • Thin Mint Cookies (specified above)

Map of the Rainbow Runtz Family Tree

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