Nomenclature Alert: Beyond Indica and Sativa
Project CBD
NOVEMBER 3, 2021
Cannabis terpene profiles are more meaningful than strain names and breeding history.
Navigating the World of Medical Marijuana Strains: A Guide for Patients and Healthcare Providers
United Patients Group
JULY 22, 2023
Marijuana strains are commonly categorized into three primary types: indica, sativa, and hybrids – each with distinctive traits and potential medicinal effects. Sativa Strains : Recognized for their invigorating and uplifting effects, sativa strains are better suited for daytime use.
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Facts You Need To Know About Green Sativa
Cannabis Law Report
MARCH 7, 2020
If you’ve done any reading about medical marijuana, cannabis in general, or used medical cannabis, you’ve likely heard about Green Sativa but you may not have a clue what it means or what it’s all about. While the color is green, that isn’t why it’s called Green Sativa. What is Sativa vs Indica? Don’t feel bad.
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Sativa vs. Indica vs. Hybrid: What’s the Difference?
The Herb Collective
JULY 10, 2018
Marijuana comes in various different strains, generally divided into three types: indica, sativa, and hybrid. Sativa and indica are two distinct types of marijuana plants, but the two can also be bred together to create hybrid plants. In general, sativa strains are said to be more uplifting. What is Cannabis sativa?
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Cannabis Sativa Vs. Cannabis Indica
Medical Cannabis Seedbank
APRIL 25, 2018
When we do research into cannabis, we find that the topic of Sativa vs. Indica to either be misunderstood or the information we find to be very vague. The main cannabis species we are aware of are: Sativa. Besides these 3, Cannabis Sativa can be divided into 2 subspecies: Cannabis Sativa. Cannabis Sativa L.
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The Endocannabinoid System-History, Health and Why We Feel High
Puff Puff Post
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
The History and Science of Cannabis. The cannabis plant consists of two basic species, Cannabis Sativa and Cannabis Indica. Sativas on the other hand have emerged from Eastern Asia, and generally cause uplifting effects. The following table highlights a few key differences between the Sativa and Indica species.
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What Are Heirloom Cannabis Strains?
Marijuana Seeds NL
MAY 20, 2021
Some notable examples include Thai, Durban Poison , Lamb’s Bread (Sativas) as well as Hindu Kush , Afghani , and Mazar I Sharif (Indicas). Sativas from Thailand grew very well in Hawaii due to the similar equatorial/tropical climate and the rich, fertile soil. Until recently, cannabis was thought to be either an Indica or Sativa.
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Featured Cannabis Brand: The Inventing Room
Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)
MARCH 27, 2024
The rest, as they say, is history. In this instance, that history involves a long line of highly satisfied Arizona cannabis consumers–and hash aficionados in particular. Zour Runtz – The Inventing Room’s Zour Runtz goes heavy on the “zour” for a unique and desirable terpene-forward cannabis experience.
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Doctor Block…….”A Physician Botanist’s Insight to Cannabis species: The Naming of Plants and Products”
TheAnswerPage
FEBRUARY 25, 2022
Cannabis sativa – One plant, Many crops. Despite its cultivation as a source of food, fiber and medicine, and its global status as the most frequently used illicit drug, plants in the genus Cannabis currently experience an inconclusive taxonomic organization and evolutionary history. Chemical Classifications. Extreme Chemistries.
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Banning Smokeable Hemp Is a Big Texas Failure
Veriheal
SEPTEMBER 19, 2022
Hot Hemp and a History of Cannabis Issues. Industrial hemp is rich in all the same cannabinoids, flavonoids, and terpenes found in medical/recreational cannabis. Hemp is a type of cannabis that contains very minuscule amounts of THC. In order for hemp to be legal in America, it must maintain a THC level no higher than 0.3%.
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New Study From UNM Shows Full Spectrum Hemp Oil Effective in Treating Chronic Neuropathic Pain
MedicalJane
MAY 21, 2020
The enactment of the Hemp Farming Act , effectively beginning in 2019, was a monumental milestone in the history of marijuana prohibition. Hemp” is defined in the Act as “the plant Cannabis sativa L. Hemp” is defined in the Act as “the plant Cannabis sativa L. percent on a dry weight basis.”. percent on a dry weight basis.”.
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Your Summer Cannabis Party Guide: Summer Cannabis Recipes and More
Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)
JULY 14, 2022
Brewing with cannabis sativa vs. humulus lupulus: A Review. Keep in mind: hops have some of the same terpenes as cannabis (namely myrcene, humulene, and caryophyllene), so hoppier, bolder beers pair especially well with cannabis. Applications of Cannabis Sativa L. In Pot in pans: A history of eating cannabis (pp.
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Purple Haze Cannabis Strain Review
Miss Marijuana
AUGUST 18, 2020
Sativa dominant hybrid (85% sativa/15% indica). Purple Haze is a sativa dominant hybrid (85% sativa/15% indica) believed to have descended from parent strains Purple Thai and Haze. Purple Haze also displays the classic characteristics of sativas which include enhanced creativity and a cerebral buzz. Manage fatigue.
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Wild cannabis: what is ditch weed and can you use it?
The Cannigma
MARCH 7, 2022
Cannabis is one of the oldest cultivated crops in human history, with records dating back nearly 20,000 years. For cannabis sativa and indica , this can be; but the plant is very diverse and some varieties adapted to live in the mountains and can survive cold, harsh weather.
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Is Cannabis Classified as a Hallucinogen, Stimulant, or Depressant?
Veriheal
OCTOBER 17, 2021
In addition, the euphoric feeling you get from cannabis can vary based on the strain and its cannabinoid and terpene profile. Cannabis is made up of several cannabinoids and terpenes, each that will affect how a user feels regarding their attention and alertness. Similar to the section above, higher doses of THC tend to induce anxiety.
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Beyond Blue Dream: A Haze strain family genealogy
SpeedWeed
APRIL 2, 2021
Note the thin, sativa-type leaves and tall, airy shape. Either way, when Haze seeds got to two “brothers” in the climate of Santa Cruz—where the sunny weather allows for the outdoor growing season to go late—the long-flowering sativa genetics of the Haze found their ancestral home. We have a whole history of them.”.
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AK47 Cannabis Strain Review
Miss Marijuana
FEBRUARY 25, 2021
65% Sativa. This strain comes incredibly well-recommended, with a long history of receiving awards across the world. . The uplifted, euphoric effect could be attributed to its majority-Sativa genetics, and the undercurrent of calming effects could be due to the not-insignificant Indica lineage. Is AK-47 a Sativa or Indica?
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Similarities Between Psilocybin and THC
PrestoDoctor
NOVEMBER 9, 2022
One of the main similarities is that they’re both psychoactive drugs and both have a history of being used as plant medicine. Cannabis is also known as marijuana or weed, and it comes from Cannabis Sativa and Cannabis Indica. Cannabis contains cannabinoids and terpenes, which promote anti-inflammatory and neurogenic properties.
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Perfecting cannabis with Michael Backes
The Cannigma
APRIL 7, 2022
In our chat, Michael shares his personal journey into the cannabis space, and how his history of migraines aided him in discovering the powers of medical marijuana. From there, he talks about opening his first dispensary, and the basics of what we currently know about terpenes. It’s not a book about cannabis terpenes.
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Cannabis Education with Canada’s Newcomers
Cannabis Law Report
DECEMBER 25, 2019
Ziad’s presentation focused on their brand introduction, plant history and science, anatomy, terpenes, growing from clone (a leaf trimming) to sale and consumption. Cannabinoid ratios (CBD: THC) and terpene profiles are truer criteria for deciding what product is right for you.
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Learn which Rare Cannabinoid is Best for Weight Loss, Sleep or Pain
SpeedWeed
JULY 29, 2021
THCV primarily existed in African landrace sativas that locals used to increase stamina and stave off hunger. Other scientific research has found that THC, delta-8-THC or specific terpenes (such as linalool, myrcene and terpinolene) can amplify the sedating effects of CBN. Until very recently, it was extremely hard to find.
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Terpene Spotlight: Eucalyptol
FloridaMarijuana.net
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018
Its superiority in the plant world is due, in part, to its history. As researchers dive into the depths of the cannabinoid system it is becoming clear that cannabis terpenes are just as vital to a plant’s efficacy as are THC and CBD. Terpenes contribute to the characteristic odor and flavor of any plant. Bay leaves. Sweet basil.
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What Are The Uses of CBD Isolate Powder?
Otherside Farms
DECEMBER 29, 2019
CBD as we know it today has been around for more than half a century, with a history going back around the 1940s. The first person successful in extracting CBD from the Cannabis sativa or Hemp plant was a chemist from Harvard, Roger Adams. History Dated Back to China. ? or Hemp, has history dated back to China since 5000 B.C.
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Does Marijuana Make You Lazy?
Kind Meds (Cannabis Education Blog)
FEBRUARY 24, 2022
Changes of photosynthesis-related parameters and productivity of Cannabis sativa under different nitrogen supply. To understand why this myth is so pervasive, it’s important to first understand the history of marijuana. There are over 120 different types of cannabis terpenes and every strain has a unique composition.
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Hemp Buds 101 – Like Cannabis Flower but Legal!
The Joint Blog
JULY 1, 2019
However, although both plants belong to the Cannabis Sativa family, they are two different subspecies with different properties. History of Hemp. The Cannabis Sativa L. Cascade CBD flower: This is a terpene-rich cannabis strain characterized by alpha-pinene, geranyl acetate, and beta-caryophyllene. In fact, the first U.S.
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Medical Marijuana in Port St. Lucie, FL
CannaMD
JULY 21, 2020
Cannabis is a plant in the Cannabis Sativa species. Western medicine has taught us to see capsules and pills as medicine… but nature and history alike both hint at a better way. Medical cannabis: The basics. It’s part of the Cannabaceae plant family, alongside hops and other bush-like plants. Why is cannabis so special?
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The Difference Between Hemp And Marijuana?
Cannabis Law Report
JANUARY 17, 2019
The reality is that hemp and marijuana are variations of the same plant species, Cannabis Sativa. The History of Hemp and Marijuana. They may only look like white hairs, but these glands contain cannabinoids and terpenes that give a marijuana strain’s its unique aroma and effects. Marijuana Sativa vs. Indica Strains.
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The best strains of all time: 100 top cannabis strains to try
SpeedWeed
AUGUST 23, 2021
Under each strain you’ll find info on its lineage, type—indica, sativa, or hybrid—dominant terpene, activities its good for, backstory, why we love it, and where to buy it around you. Dominant terpene: Myrcene. Dominant terpene: Caryophyllene. Dominant terpene: Myrcene. Dominant terpene: Caryophyllene.
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Searching for the origin of Blue Dream marijuana strain
SpeedWeed
JULY 20, 2021
Producing consistent THC percentages around 18 percent, this mellow strain is energizing, but not like a stress-inducing sativa. It’s a power fueled by the botanists, outlaws, and activists who gave the small, liberal surf city of Santa Cruz, California, an outsize role in shaping the history of cannabis. Leafly, 2021).
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2018 at Sensi Seeds – Our Year in Review
Sensi Seeds
JANUARY 2, 2019
Michka the strain is gorgeous, uplifting and sativa-dominant, with bright flavours of citrus. Her ethos that “free access to plants is the birthright of all living creatures” is further explained in this guest post , where she discusses her history of cannabis use, and the evolution of cannabis use in general in the last few decades.
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Using Cannabis for ALS: Benefits, Research and Best Strains
Greencamp
AUGUST 16, 2018
Brief history of ALS. This phrase was coined by Raphael Mechoulam and Ben Shabat, and describes how cannabinoids and terpenes interact to diminish each other’s negative effects (for instance CBD lessens the psychoactivity of THC). The first person to describe this disorder was a Scottish scientist named Charles Bell in 1824.
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Seeking Balance with Your Endocannabinoid System
StrainConnect
MARCH 9, 2019
” Let’s recreate our school days with a little vocabulary lesson to help curb any confusion: Cannabinoids : the compounds that are found explicitly within the Cannabis sativa L. A Quick History Lesson. Now that we got our vocab lesson in, let’s slide into history class. via GIPHY. A Sense of Balance.
A Quick Guide About Autoflower Marijuana
The Joint Blog
MARCH 23, 2021
To grow photoperiod strains, it needs proper light so that the buds can thrive with all the essential terpene and flavor profile. History Surrounding Autoflower Marijuana Strains. We know the photoperiod cannabis strains, which are different from autoflower ruderalis strains, and flower quickly in the winter seasons.
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Marijuana: Best Ways to Store It in Dispensaries
The Joint Blog
MAY 31, 2021
Marijuana (often called cannabis) is a drug, made up of the flowers, leaves, and buds of the hemp plant Cannabis sativa. Digging into its history, it’s interesting to note that people and cultures have used many different parts of the cannabis plant for recreational and medicinal purposes.
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Top 10 Interview Questions for Cannabis Job Seekers
The Joint Blog
APRIL 30, 2020
On a company’s website, you can learn the different products, services, history, board of directors, etc which can help you when speaking to your abilities Through LinkedIn you can find other employees at the company and connect with them. Can you explain some of the differences between indicas and sativas? What are terpenes?
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Why cannabis can make your heart race
The Cannigma
MARCH 29, 2021
A 1988 trial found that women given very low-THC (1.8%) joints showed “statically significant increases in pulse rate,” and this increase was more pronounced and lasted longer for participants with a past history of intermittent marijuana use 5. Is sativa or indica worse for your heart rate? Is cannabis dangerous for the heart?
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8 Best Cannabis Strains For Female Arousal
Miss Marijuana
OCTOBER 17, 2020
Cannabis is known for many of its medicinal properties, though a little lesser known is its aphrodisiac qualities and long history of being used as a natural boost for the libido. . Main Terpenes: Caryophyllene (peppery), Limonene (citrus), Myrcene (herbal). Cannabinoid Profile: Sativa Dominate, THC-Dominate. By: Sam Ryan.
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A Visit to the Cannabis Museum in Boston, MA
Veriheal
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Terpene Wall This interactive exhibit features a wall of laboratory flasks from which guests can sample the smells of different terpenes. Each bottle is accompanied by a placard containing information about the terpene’s scent profile and its presence in botanicals beyond cannabis. > Learn more about the effects of terpenes.
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Celebrate the High Holiday All Month Long with These Ultra Lit Weed Products
SpeedWeed
APRIL 24, 2021
Their extensive genetics library has taken decades to develop an output of unmatched flavor and terpene profiles reflecting their rich heritage and history. . House of Flowers features three strains: The Coast (indica), The Heights (hybrid) and Downtown (sativa). Get lifted on primo genetics by visiting the Wonderbrett website.
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The Plant, the Whole Plant & Nothing But the Plant
Project CBD
APRIL 11, 2023
The first reference to the therapeutic properties of cannabis roots in Western medicine is found in the Natural Histories (77 AD) by Pliny the Elder. Herbalists and healers have employed cannabis root preparations to treat a wide range of maladies not only in China but in other parts of the world. The young plants came up plentifully. .”
Is Marijuana a Depressant, Stimulant, or Hallucinogen?
The Cannigma
JANUARY 19, 2021
The annals of marijuana history are surely filled with no shortage of winding, late-night conversations between cannabis consumers about how exactly to classify the plant. Indica vs sativa. Most cannabis strains are commonly categorized into sativa and indica (hybrids have also become very common). Is weed really a drug anyway?
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King Louis Cannabis Strain Review
Miss Marijuana
FEBRUARY 10, 2021
You don’t have to be a history buff to appreciate King Louis, a majestic Indica cultivar (strain) hailing from OG Kush and L.A. Take a peak at THC Design’s (a leader in premium cannabis cultivation) full breakdown of the strains, terpenes, and aromas present in a high-quality King Louis strain. Is King Louis a sativa or indica?
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How to germinate all types of cannabis seeds: Three methods
The Cannigma
JULY 3, 2021
Regular seeds are mostly chosen by breeders and established growers seeking stable genetics or new cannabis terpenes or profiles by pheno hunting through regular seeds which become the mother stock for all feminised seeds. Sativas, indicas, or hybrids? Indica vs Sativa: What’s the Difference? How to check if my seed is ok?
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The story of DogDaze, the Chemdog strain that never was
SpeedWeed
MAY 5, 2021
5 Cannabis Strains for People Who Love Diesel Terpenes. Chemdog is a legendary strain in the history of cannabis. This rest is weed history. . Answer: About as sick to my stomach as Greg felt when he left those seeds in a Vegas hotel room. Who and what is Chemdog? They had a unique diesel-like aroma and flavor that Joe B.
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