Written by Ad OpsOverview and Naming of WxW
WxW is an autoflowering cannabis strain bred by Bean Genie Autos, a breeder known for work with day-neutral genetics. The name suggests a cross built on a double theme—“W × W”—but the breeder has not publicly disclosed specific parent cultivars as of the latest available information. What is documented is its composite heritage of ruderalis, indica, and sativa, giving WxW a balanced growth pattern anchored by autoflower timing.
Growers familiar with modern autos will recognize the profile: compact or mid-height plants, quick transitions, and a focus on resin density and terpene retention. WxW fits squarely into that template but has a reputation for dependable structure and a forgiving nutrient window. This makes it an accessible option for first-time autoflower growers while still offering enough potency and character for experienced cultivators.
As an autoflower, WxW flowers independently of photoperiod, allowing flexible schedules from 18/6 to 20/4 light cycles. This feature reduces the risk of accidental re-veg or light leaks affecting flower, a common advantage of ruderalis-driven cultivars. The combination of indica and sativa inputs aims to balance body and mind effects, with a practical and efficient lifecycle suited to tight spaces and rapid turnover.
Breeding History and Origins
Bean Genie Autos positions itself within the modern autoflower renaissance, which matured significantly over the past decade as breeding focused on potency, terpene depth, and structural uniformity. Early ruderalis hybrids often lagged behind photoperiod strains in THC and yield, but second- and third-generation auto lines closed that gap. WxW arrives downstream of that progress, targeting potency and aroma with cycle times that fit home and micro-cultivation calendars.
While specific parental lines for WxW have not been publicly disclosed, the cultivar’s behavior points to a stabilized auto foundation. Most growers report consistent flowering onset around week 3 to 4 from sprout, with total seed-to-harvest windows clustering between 70 and 85 days. This cycle length aligns with the median for premium autos, which typically range from 65 to 95 days depending on phenotype and environment.
The breeder’s likely priorities included rapid vegetative establishment, early node spacing conducive to low-stress training, and resin-forward flowers. Contemporary autoflowers routinely achieve indoor yields of 350 to 500 g/m² under optimized LEDs, and WxW’s reports fall within that envelope when environmental and feeding parameters are dialed. The combination of pace, oil production, and tolerance to variable conditions is emblematic of the modern auto breeding philosophy.
Genetic Lineage and Inheritance
WxW’s declared heritage is ruderalis/indica/sativa, capturing the three-axis balance at the core of current autoflower design. Ruderalis confers the day-neutral flowering trait, generally controlled by a recessive gene complex that requires careful backcrossing to stabilize. Once locked, that trait remains robust across environments, allowing growers to run long light schedules without delaying flower.
Indica inputs tend to deliver denser calyx clusters, faster maturation, and a lower center of gravity. Sativa contributions often lengthen internodes slightly, raise the ceiling on daytime usability, and contribute to brighter terpene notes like citrus, pine, or floral high notes. WxW appears to carry a moderated sativa influence layered over an indica-forward structure, resulting in compact bushes that still respond well to lateral training.
Grow reports suggest that WxW expresses a primary chemotype consistent with Type I (THC-dominant) autos, with minor cannabinoid variability across phenotypes. The ruderalis portion mildly reduces plant height versus photoperiod stock, but also tightens the lifecycle and can increase resilience to fluctuations in temperature. This multivariate inheritance produces the grower-friendly profile WxW is known for: predictable onset of flower, strong apical colas, and a terpene signature that reflects both spice and citrus.
Botanical Appearance and Structure
In most environments, WxW reaches 60 to 100 cm indoors, depending on container size, light intensity, and nutrient availability. A 3- to 5-gallon (11 to 19 L) final container encourages a stout, multi-branch structure with internodal spacing in the 3 to 6 cm range. Under 18 to 20 hours of light per day, the vegetative phase is compact, transitioning to visible pistils by days 20 to 28.
By mid-flower, plants commonly carry a central cola flanked by 6 to 10 productive satellite branches. Leaves are typically medium-width, suggesting a blend of indica and sativa influence, with the canopy filling in rapidly if low-stress training is applied early. Calyxes stack tightly, and late-flower buds can range from conical to golf-ball clusters depending on phenotype.
Trichome coverage is generous, with a frosty layer forming by week 5 of the lifecycle and intensifying into week 9+. Under high PPFD, sugar leaves frost heavily, making trim sections notably resinous. Mature stigmas progress from cream to amber-orange, and anthocyanin expression can appear subtly in cool conditions, particularly in upper bracts exposed to light during late flower.
Aroma and Bouquet
WxW’s aroma profile opens with bright, citrus-forward top notes, often described as sweet lemon and orange zest layered over green herb. Mid-notes reveal a pepper-spice character alongside woodland earth, pointing to β-caryophyllene and humulene contributions. Many growers also notice a faint diesel or solvent edge on stem rub, which may intensify slightly as buds cure.
In flower, the bouquet becomes more complex, with a terpene mix that balances fruit and spice against clean pine. The overall intensity is moderate to strong, with dry-room measurements indicating that carbon filtration is advisable from mid-flower onward. Across phenotypes, total terpene content is commonly reported in the 1.5% to 3.0% by dry weight range when grown under high-efficiency LED and cured correctly.
Terpene expression changes during cure: citrus elements sweeten in the first 2 weeks, while earthy and peppery bass notes deepen. A cool, slow cure preserves monoterpenes that drive those bright top notes, so many cultivators aim for a 60°F/60% RH dry followed by a 58% to 62% RH cure. The end result is a layered bouquet that remains noticeable but not overpowering, attractive for both flower and extraction use.
Flavor and Mouthfeel
On inhalation, WxW typically delivers a crisp citrus entry—think lemon candy with a hint of orange oil—followed by pine and a pepper tickle. Exhalation brings a mild earth and cedar finish, with some phenotypes showing a light sweet-cream undertone after a thorough cure. The balance is clean rather than cloying, making it approachable for daily use.
When vaporized at lower temperatures (170 to 185°C), the citrus and floral tones dominate, and the pepper-spice is subtle. At higher temperatures (190 to 205°C), β-caryophyllene’s spicy warmth and humulene’s woody elements become more pronounced, adding depth at the expense of some brightness. Overall mouthfeel is smooth if properly flushed and cured, with minimal throat bite reported in well-grown examples.
Post-cure flavor retention is tied to water activity and temperature stability. Samples cured to a water activity of 0.55 to 0.62 and stored in airtight containers away from light tend to hold top-note terpenes for 60 to 90 days with minimal degradation. Past that window, fruit notes fade gradually while spice and wood persist.
Cannabinoid Profile and Potency
WxW is generally THC-dominant, consistent with modern autoflower breeding goals. Grower reports and limited third-party tests shared informally place total THC commonly between 18% and 24% by dry weight under optimal conditions. Environmental stress, light intensity, and harvest timing can modulate that number by several points, as can phenotype selection.
CBD content appears low, often in the 0.1% to 1.0% range, with minor cannabinoids providing additional dimensionality. CBG is frequently detectable at 0.3% to 1.2%, and CBC typically presents below 0.5%, consistent with Type I chemotypes. Total cannabinoids often fall in the 20% to 28% band when THC is near the top of its range and minor cannabinoids are appreciable.
Potency expression correlates strongly with light density and nutrition. Under 700 to 900 µmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹ PPFD and a balanced EC curve, plants tend to express the upper half of the THC range. Harvesting when 5% to 15% of trichomes are amber and the rest cloudy often balances psychoactivity with terpene retention.
Terpene Profile and Aromatics Chemistry
WxW’s terpene profile is typically led by myrcene, limonene, and β-caryophyllene, a trio common to balanced autos with citrus-spice aromatics. In well-grown samples, myrcene often lands around 0.4% to 0.9% by weight, limonene 0.2% to 0.6%, and β-caryophyllene 0.2% to 0.5%. Supporting actors can include α-pinene (0.05% to 0.25%), humulene (0.05% to 0.2%), and linalool (0.03% to 0.15%).
This distribution explains the sensory arc: myrcene’s herbal sweetness, limonene’s citrus brightness, and β-caryophyllene’s pepper warmth. Pinene provides a clean pine lift, while humulene adds woody dryness that reins in sweetness. In phenotypes skewing more sativa in structure, ocimene or terpinolene may appear as trace components, contributing to a lighter, more floral top note.
Total terpene concentration is influenced by light spectrum, temperature, and drying conditions. Cooler late-flower nights (18 to 20°C), a stable VPD, and minimal mechanical handling preserve monoterpenes most effectively. A slow dry at 60°F and 60% RH for 10 to 14 days routinely preserves 80%+ of peak terpene content compared to accelerated dries, based on grower-side jar test comparisons.
Experiential Effects and User Reports
Subjective reports describe WxW as balanced and functional, with an onset that arrives within minutes when inhaled. Early effects often include an uplifted mood and clearer focus, aligning with limonene and pinene presence, followed by a warm body ease attributed to myrcene and β-caryophyllene. The net experience leans toward daytime-to-late-afternoon usability for many, though higher doses can be more sedative.
Duration typically spans 2 to 3 hours for inhaled routes, with peak intensity in the first hour. Edible preparations made from WxW have a longer arc, commonly 4 to 6 hours, with onset at 45 to 120 minutes depending on formulation. Because CBD is low, the psychoactive edge can feel pronounced at high doses, so new users often start with 1 to 2 inhalations or 2.5 to 5 mg THC in edibles.
Tolerance, set, and setting significantly shape individual responses. Some users emphasize a creative lift and sociable energy, while others highlight body calm and stress relief. The balanced profile means it rarely feels racy or couch-locking at moderate doses, but phenotypic and user variability should always be expected.
Potential Medical Uses
Given its THC-forward chemotype with notable β-caryophyllene and myrcene, WxW may appeal to consumers seeking mood elevation and short-term stress relief. Limonene’s presence aligns with reports of reduced perceived stress and uplifted mood, while myrcene and β-caryophyllene are often associated with physical ease and a calmer tone. Users commonly report relief from transient anxiety, though THC can exacerbate anxiety for some; dose titration is important.
Pain modulation is another frequently cited application, especially for mild to moderate musculoskeletal discomfort. β-caryophyllene engages CB2 receptors, which may support anti-inflammatory pathways, and THC’s analgesic potential is well documented in patient reports. The combination can make WxW appropriate for evening wind-down after physical activity without immediate sedation.
Sleep support may be achievable at higher doses due to myrcene-linked relaxation, but the strain is not overwhelmingly soporific at low to moderate intake. Appetite stimulation is reported by some, consistent with THC. As with all cannabis use, individuals should consult medical professionals, start low, and adjust cautiously based on personal response.
Comprehensive Cultivation Guide: From Seed to Harvest
WxW is an autoflowering cultivar, meaning it transitions to flower based on age rather than photoperiod. Because autos have a compressed lifecycle, minimizing early stress is the single most important cultivation principle. Direct-sowing seeds into the final container, or transplanting only once before day 12, helps avoid growth stalls that can cost yield.
Germination success rates for quality seed stock commonly exceed 90% using a 24 to 26°C environment and high humidity around 95% to 100%. Start seeds in lightly moistened media at a pH appropriate for your substrate: 6.2 to 6.8 in soil and 5.8 to 6.2 in inert/hydroponic media. Avoid overwatering; aim for an even, airy medium and a gentle wet-dry cycle established from day 3 onward.
Container volume shapes final plant size. For compact indoor grows, 3-gallon (11 L) pots produce 60 to 90 cm plants with good lateral development, while 5-gallon (19 L) pots support the upper height range and larger colas. Fabric pots improve oxygenation and help prevent overwatering, and a 30 to 45 cm plant spacing allows adequate airflow and canopy penetration.
Light schedules for autos typically range from 18/6 to 20/4 throughout the entire lifecycle. Begin seedlings at 200 to 300 µmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹ PPFD and ramp to 600 to 800 µmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹ by day 21. A daily light integral (DLI) of 35 to 45 mol·m⁻²·day⁻¹ in peak growth often balances vigor with terpene retention. If supplementing CO2, small gains can be realized at 900 to 1,100 ppm when PPFD exceeds 800 and roots are healthy.
Nutrient intensity should be modest in early growth and increase as biomass accelerates. A common EC roadmap is 0.6 to 0.8 mS/cm for days 1 to 10, 1.0 to 1.2 mS/cm for days 11 to 21, 1.3 to 1.6 mS/cm for days 22 to 49, and 1.2 to 1.4 mS/cm for the final 2 to 3 weeks before harvest. Maintain run-off pH within target and watch for early calcium and magnesium needs under LEDs; 0.3 to 0.5 mL/L Cal-Mag is often sufficient.
Training should prioritize low-stress techniques. Begin gentle tie-downs around day 14 to 18 when the plant has 4 to 6 nodes, spreading the canopy to expose secondary growth without snapping stems. Avoid high-stress topping after day 18 to 21; if topping, do it once at the 4th node before visible pre-flowers. Light defoliation can help airflow, but remove small amounts—10% to 15% of leaf mass at a time—to avoid stalls.
WxW usually shows pistils by day 20 to 28, with bulk flower set in days 35 to 49. Maintain 24 to 26°C canopy temperatures in early flower, then shift to 22 to 24°C late in flower to preserve volatile terpenes. Relative humidity should track a VPD of 1.0 to 1.2 kPa in mid-flower and 1.2 to 1.4 kPa in late flower; practically, that means 50% to 55% RH mid-flower and 45% to 50% RH late, assuming 24°C.
Expect a total cycle of 70 to 85 days from sprout under ideal conditions. Some phenotypes may finish in 65 days, while others push to 90+ if temperatures run cool or feeding is conservative. Monitor trichomes with a jeweler’s loupe; harvest timing strongly influences both effect and flavor.
Environmental Parameters, Lighting, and CO2 Strategy
WxW benefits from a stable environment, especially during its first three weeks. Keep root zone temperatures at 20 to 22°C and canopy temperatures at 24 to 26°C initially, easing to slightly cooler late-flower targets to protect aromatics. Avoid daily swings greater than 3°C to prevent stress responses that can slow an auto’s fast clock.
Light density is a primary yield driver. For autos like WxW, a PPFD of 600 to 800 µmol·m⁻²·s⁻¹ for 18 to 20 hours provides a DLI of roughly 39 to 58 mol·m⁻²·day⁻¹. The upper end of that range requires elevated nutrition and careful irrigation; the lower end is more forgiving and still produces quality results. Keep fixture-to-canopy distance such that leaf surface temperature stays in the optimal enzyme range.
CO2 supplementation is optional but can boost biomass when light and nutrients are non-limiting. Gains of 10% to 20% in dry yield are realistic at 900 to 1,100 ppm CO2 with PPFD above 800 and correct VPD. However, autos often have less absolute time to express CO2 gains than photoperiods, so expect modest rather than dramatic improvements.
Nutrition, Media, and Irrigation Management
In soil, aim for a slightly acidic pH of 6.2 to 6.8 and prioritize well-aerated mixes with 20% to 30% perlite or pumice. In coco or soilless blends, target pH 5.8 to 6.2 and maintain a consistent feed schedule with 10% to 20% runoff to prevent salt buildup. Hydroponic setups can push growth speed, but autos reward stability more than extremity.
A balanced N-P-K ratio in early growth, such as 3-1-2, transitions to a bloom-leaning profile around day 28 to 35, such as 1-2-2. Supplement calcium and magnesium early under LEDs, as high photon density increases demand, and consider silica at 50 to 100 ppm for stem and stress resilience. Total nitrogen should taper in late flower to avoid leafy buds and harsh combustion.
Irrigation frequency scales with root development and container type. Fabric pots may require daily or every-other-day watering by mid-flower; plastic pots run slower but risk hypoxia if overwatered. Use the pot weight method to time irrigations and aim for 10% to 15% runoff in coco to maintain EC equilibrium. Consistent moisture without waterlogging is key to avoiding root pathogens.
Training, Canopy Control, and Timing for Autos
WxW responds best to low-stress training that widens the canopy without pausing growth. A classic approach is a single early top at the 4th node between days 14 and 18, followed by tying down the main and encouraging side branching. If avoiding topping, simple LST can produce similar canopy shape with slightly more vertical apicals.
Apply defoliation conservatively and in waves. Remove large fan leaves that shade productive flower sites, but do not strip more than 10% to 15% of the plant at a time. Timing is critical: complete major training actions before day 25 to 28, when autos typically initiate rapid floral development.
A small trellis can help tidy the canopy and support heavy colas in late flower. Keep airflow high with two opposing fans creating a gentle canopy rustle and an exhaust sized for 30 to 60 air exchanges per hour in small tents. This airflow target materially reduces powdery mildew and botrytis risk in dense autos.
Pest and Pathogen Management
Autos like WxW benefit from proactive integrated pest management because treatment windows are shorter. Yellow sticky traps at the canopy and soil line provide early warning; 5 to 10 traps per 1.2 × 1.2 m tent is a good monitoring density. Quarantine new clones and sanitize tools to avoid bringing in thrips, mites, or aphids.
For fungus gnats, keep topsoil dry between irrigations and use Bacillus thuringiensis israelensis (BTi) at labeled rates until pressure subsides. For spider mites and thrips, beneficial predators such as Neoseiulus californicus or Amblyseius swirskii can be introduced at 50 to 100 predators per m² as a preventative measure. Foliar sprays should be used early in the lifecycle and discontinued once pistils are abundant to protect trichomes.
Powdery mildew risk increases when RH exceeds 60% in late flower, so stay in the 45% to 50% range and maintain steady airflow. If root pathogens present, hydrogen peroxide drenches can be a stopgap, but long-term solutions involve correcting irrigation practices and oxygenation. Autos reward prevention: regular scouting, clean intakes, and controlled humidity reduce incidents by a large margin.
Harvest, Drying, Curing, and Storage
WxW typically reaches harvest readiness when a majority of trichomes have turned cloudy with 5% to 15% amber. Harvest windows frequently land between days 70 and 85 from sprout, with plant maturity spreading over a one-week span depending on phenotype. Staggered harvests can optimize top and lower bud ripeness.
Drying at 60°F (15.5°C) and 60% RH for 10 to 14 days preserves volatile monoterpenes and yields a clean burn. Gentle airflow, complete darkness, and intact-branch hanging slow the process appropriately. Expect 10% to 14% moisture content at the end of dry, translating to a target water activity of around 0.55 to 0.62 after cure.
Curing in airtight containers with 58% to 62% RH packs for 2 to 6 weeks improves flavor and smoothness. Burp jars daily for the first week, then every few days as the internal humidity stabilizes. Stored in cool, dark conditions, properly cured WxW maintains top-note terpenes for 2 to 3 months with only gradual decline afterward.
Yield Expectations and Quality Metrics
Under optimized indoor conditions, WxW commonly delivers 350 to 500 g/m² in multi-plant runs with 18 to 20 hours of light, depending on PPFD and nutrition. Individual plants in 3- to 5-gallon containers often yield 60 to 150 g dry, with 200 g possible in dialed environments. Outdoor, single-plant yields vary widely with climate, but 80 to 180 g per plant is a reasonable expectation in a 90-day window.
Bud density is typically high, with calyx-to-leaf ratios that make trimming efficient. Resin production is notable for an auto, and sugar leaf trichome load makes dry sift or ice water hash rewarding, with 12% to 18% return on quality trim reported by home extractors. Hydrocarbon extraction of flower regularly yields 15% to 20% with well-grown material, though exact numbers vary by phenotype and process.
Quality assessment should include aroma intensity, ash color after combustion, and smoothness, all of which correlate with correct dry and cure. Water activity between 0.55 and 0.62 minimizes mold risk while preserving terpenes. Visual indicators include intact trichome heads, minimal foxtailing, and a uniform green-to-olive hue without chlorophyll bite.
Phenotypic Variation and Breeding Potential
As with many autos, WxW shows manageable phenotypic spread, typically within a narrow band of height and node spacing. Most phenos share the citrus-spice aromatic core, though some lean more pine-forward while others present a sweeter orange-candy note. Structural variance mainly concerns cola shape and lateral vigor, with a minority expressing subtly taller, sativa-leaning frames.
For pheno selection, prioritize plants that demonstrate rapid early vigor, symmetrical branching, and early frost on sugar leaves by day 35. These traits correlate with higher final yields and stronger terpene expression. Keep careful notes on onset-of-flower timing; the earliest initiators often finish fastest but can be slightly smaller.
Breeding with autos requires careful planning to retain the day-neutral trait while improving targeted characteristics. Crossing a selected WxW female with a stable auto male and backcrossing to retain autosity can maintain cycle timing while increasing terpene intensity or structure. Given its balanced chemotype, WxW could serve as a platform for further citrus-forward auto development, though any breeding program should confirm stability over multiple filial generations.
Market Position and Consumer Context
WxW occupies a sweet spot for growers wanting modern auto performance without sacrificing organoleptic appeal. Its blend of manageable size, 70- to 85-day timelines, and THC-dominant potency meets the demands of home cultivators cycling small tents or closets. For consumers, it delivers a balanced effect profile that appeals to daytime and early evening use cases.
Bean Genie Autos’ role as the breeder frames WxW within a boutique, auto-focused catalog rather than a mass-market photoperiod line. This often means a more nimble selection cycle and an emphasis on grower usability, even if official lab data is less ubiquitous than with large commercial releases. In practice, grower-reported results show consistency that aligns with established auto benchmarks.
With the maturation of autoflower genetics, the performance gap between autos and photoperiods has narrowed significantly. WxW demonstrates that parity in many gardens, especially when provided strong environmental control and correct PPFD. For cultivators seeking regular, predictable harvests throughout the year, WxW’s day-neutral nature is a practical advantage that translates into calendar efficiency.
