By Erin Hunter
Cannabis is one of the most popular drugs in the world. What people don’t always know about it, however, is that there are different types, and they all have their effects on you. This article will give a brief description of each type to be more informed when making your choice.
The Types
- Cannabis Indica
This type of Cannabis is a short plant that originated in the Middle East and Asia. Its smell can be described as musky, earthy, with a hint of pine, while its taste might have undertones of berry or mint.
It has been said to provide relief from stress and pain while helping users feel relaxed and euphoric. That being said, it also causes dry mouth (cottonmouth), leading to increased thirst over time. The Mountain Annie’s version of cannabis indica is called Indica Blend.
- Cannabis Sativa
As opposed to Cannabis indica, this plant will grow tall like bamboo reaching heights up to 15 feet outdoors. Its leaves are narrow, having long thin fingers compared to the fat fan-like leaves of Cannabis indica. The effects for sativa are very energetic and uplifting, perfect for daytime use.
- Cannabis Ruderalis
This type of Cannabis is not one that you would want to use recreationally. It has very little THC, which means it will have almost no psychoactive effects on the user.
However, this makes Cannabis ruderalis useful in treating anxiety, insomnia, and appetite loss as its effects are generally calming and promote sleep. The only problem with using this for medical reasons is that you can’t produce hash or oils from it, so ingesting raw flowers may be your only option.
- Cannabis Hybrid
This type of Cannabis is a combination of the two plants, Cannabis sativa, and Cannabis indica. While most hybrids will lean more towards one or the other, some have effects similar to both.
In general, though, hybrid strains provide relief from pain while relaxing muscles without locking up all your joints.
- Cannabis Indica Hybrid
This type of Cannabis is a combination of Cannabis indica and Cannabis sativa. It’s the perfect solution for users looking to get both mind-relaxing effects from an indica with some energy boosts that you would normally get from a Sativa.
Conclusion
Many different types of Cannabis have been bred for a specific purpose. So it’s important to know which ones may be best suited for your needs so you can get the most out of it while keeping yourself safe from any ill effects or increased anxiety etc.
