Modified Banana strain guide
Modified Banana, also sold as Modified Bananas, is an indica-leaning hybrid of Banana OG and a GMO line. It's known for a fruity banana smell with a savoury, peppery funk, and for very high THC numbers.
Where does Modified Banana come from?
Sources agree that one parent is Banana OG and the other comes from the GMO family, the funky strain also called Garlic Cookies. They differ on the exact GMO cut: some list GMO Cookies, others a GMO backcross.
The original breeder isn't well documented. One grow database lists Skunk House Genetics, but it's not clear whether that's the first version or a later seed release, and different cuts are sold under the same name.
What does Modified Banana smell and taste like?
This one splits people. Many smell sweet banana with orange, lemon and black pepper, while others pick up butter, diesel or a sharp, ammonia-like funk from the GMO side. Expect fruit up front and something savoury underneath.
Published terpene results list myrcene as the main terpene, followed by limonene and caryophyllene. That fits the profile: earthy and musky from myrcene, citrus from limonene and a peppery bite from caryophyllene.
Modified Banana effects: what people report
People most often describe it as euphoric and relaxed, with a strong body feel and a sleepy turn as it settles. Some find it talkative and uplifting at first, and hunger comes up too.
These are experiences people report, not promises. How it feels depends on the product, how much you have and your tolerance. Dry mouth is the most common complaint, and some people mention dizziness or feeling paranoid.
How strong is Modified Banana?
Very. Published listings put it around 28% to 31% THC, with very little CBD. That's toward the top of what flower usually tests at, and it's not a good pick for someone new to cannabis.
If you do try it, start with a very small amount and give it time. Check the THC on your label, and if you see THCa listed, our guide to THCa vs THC explains the difference.
Buying Modified Banana in Canada
You may see it listed as Modified Banana or Modified Bananas. Since different cuts share the name, smell and potency can vary from one producer to the next.
Check the THC and CBD numbers and the packaging date, since fresher flower holds onto that banana note better.
Modified Banana vs Banana OG
Banana OG is one of Modified Banana's parents, and both lean relaxed and heavy. Banana OG smells mostly of sweet, ripe banana over an earthy OG base. Modified Banana keeps the banana but adds a savoury, funky edge from GMO, and it's usually listed several points higher in THC. If you want straightforward banana sweetness, start with Banana OG. If you like funk with your fruit, Modified Banana is the bolder choice.
Strains like Modified Banana
If you like Modified Banana, these are the closest matches:
- Banana OG: a parent, sweet banana with a heavy, relaxed reputation.
- GMO: the other side of the family, savoury and garlicky with very high THC.
- Banana Kush: another banana-forward strain with a calm, easygoing feel.
- Garlic Breath: from the GMO family, for people who enjoy savoury funk.
