Almost everyone must probably know that there are a lot of variations when it comes to Cannabis plants. Like any other plants, marijuana is not exactly the same with each other. In fact, they come in both genders, male and female. There are different types of weeds and some may be tall and skinny while some can be short and stout.
Cannabis is popularly known for having a dioecious nature. This means that it forms in a lot of distinct groups of male and female strains.
Everyone can choose anything they wish to grow but it is still important to gain at least a basic knowledge of the different types of weed. Knowing the difference between the genders of these plants is also a good thing. You can also try to learn some of the reasons why separating male and female cannabis plant is usually a good practice.
If you know all of these things, you can have the best decision for making the growing habits of your plants better and at its maximum.
Let us dig deeper on the three main species of marijuana and how they differ from each other.
The Main Pillars of the Modern Cannabis
As years pass by, more and more weed strains are continuing to pop out. There are a lot of reasons behind these but some might agree that it is mainly because of a great income source. Also, the industry of marijuana is starting to look more interesting to researchers, scientists, investors, state governments, and businesses.
It doesn’t matter if you use this plant for a medical or recreational purpose. But knowing what should be used for your own needs should be a top priority. Moving forward, below are some of the main generic variations of marijuana and how these types differ from each other.
Sativa
Sativa is one of the most popular strains of cannabis and it is mainly used for recreational purposes. This strain is quite large and it can reach up to 15ft depending on different growing techniques used. It doesn’t come in thick sizes, but a lot of growers like this idea because it can have the tendency to grow really tall. Sativa strains have much longer maturation period compared to Indica plants and they sometimes tend to have fewer yields.
The effects of a Sativa plant can give more heady feeling than the Indica strain. It can give you an energizing and uplifting experience plus it can also boost your creative side. Some also reported that consuming this weed can be an effective way to combat attention disorders and low mood. The energizing effects caused by this strain makes it an ideal choice for morning and afternoon use.
Sativa has a much higher THC amounts compared to Indica, which contains a balance amount of CBD. This strain is not usually prescribed for medical purposes but it can be a great recreational use for many.
Some of the well-known Sativa strains are Jack Herer, Sour Diesel, and Lemon Haze.
Indica
Indica is popularly originated from the region of Hindu Kush near Afghanistan. It can usually be found in Lebanon, Nepal, Afghanistan, and Morocco.
This strain come in a bushy and short appearance. Compared to Sativa, this strain has a much shorter maturation period and it usually produces a high number of yields. Sativa and Indical also possess a variation in flavor profiles.
Indica is well-known for having medicinal purposes. This can mainly affect any user and can be a good choice for any pain relief and inflammation. Also, this strain can also be a good remedy for sleep problems. Indica is a well-known strain and is used by a lot of States where marijuana is legal.
Some of the effects of Indica strain include a calming and relaxing feeling. Users also tend to be sleepy and hungry with this strain, making it an ideal choice for nighttime use. Expect to feel relaxed and invigorated if you consume this weed.
Indica strains have a high level of CBD, and it won’t get you high from using it. This might also be the reason why it is mainly used for medical users. Its therapeutic effects provide different relief to a lot of patients which is why it is popularly used by many.
Some of the types of this strain include Northern Lights, Purple Haze, and Granddaddy Purple.
Ruderalis
This type of strain is not too common compared to Sativa and Indica. Some growers and users might not be familiar with this but it is always good to at least know some basic knowledge about this specific strain. The Ruderalis strain can have a maximum height of 2ft tall. However, the leaves and branches coming from this can be a little dense, which makes it look like bushy.
Hybrid
Another type of cannabis strain is the hybrid. Most strains actually are made up of a hybrid at some point, and they continue being developed and used by many. A lot of breeders like to cultivate their garden with the best choices of hybrids, so they use different varieties of plants to be combined together to produce varied and greater effects and experience.
This type of weed comes in different strains such as Trainwreck, Sour Diesel, and Blueberry.