Sativa

sativa cannabis strain

You know how sometimes after you smoke, and you get super lazy and all you want to do is sit somewhere and snack on something? Well, this is not the strain of marijuana that does that. The Sativa strain actually gives you energy and makes you want to do things! Why? The Sativa strain has higher levels of THC while also having a lower level of CBD. Now, CBD isn’t a bad chemical. It’s the chemical that scientists and doctors believe to be the substance to cause pain relief (such as for medical marijuana). Because of it’s characteristics that turn you into the energizer bunny, this is recommended for use in the day time (or of the waking hours).

How do you tell Sativa apart from other strains? Well if it’s dried up in a nug, you might not be able to tell. However, if you look at the plant, the leaves are generally thinner and more spread apart.

Indica

The Indica strain of cannabis is the opposite of the Sativa and that’s not just from the appearance of it, which has thicker leaves that are closer together. The Indica has higher levels of CBD which some smokers and potheads actually prefer. Higher levels of CBD is not only a pain reliever, but also gives a calming sensation.

You know those people who smoke to get away from their stress and so that they could sleep better at night? It also helps with anxiety relief. Indica is the strain that would be of most use to them. It helps us to relax and what is commonly called the body high. Of course, we would prefer to smoke Indica at night time.

Hybrids

hybrid cannabis strain

What most of us smoke if we purchase from our neighborhood dealer, is the hybrid. It is neither pure Sativa nor Indica. It is a combination of both and will vary from one plant to the next. Most of the popular strains that you have gotten to know with the fancy names are hybrids. Many growers are seeking to perfect the ratio and get their hybrid to the perfect level to produce a more potent and enjoyable high.