Cannabis has been a topic in the news a lot recently. But, with widespread coverage comes misinformation and misunderstandings of the science behind cannabis.

So, what do you need to know? Let’s go through the science of different cannabis strains and how they work.

Who First Came Up With The Different Strains of Cannabis?

Way back in the 1700s, Jean Baptiste Lamarck became the first person to classify the differences between cannabis Indica and cannabis Sativa. Lamarck’s classifications were based on the physical characteristics of the different plants, and his own experience when trying them out. These are also called the phenotypes of plants. He came into contact with these plants in India.

What Are the Different Major Strains of Cannabis?

You’ve probably heard of the Indica and Sativa strains of cannabis before. But, what actually differentiates them?

Indica strains, as a rule, have higher strains of THC than CBD. Sativa strains, on the other hand, usually have lower levels of THC.

This is why some people have a preference for Sativa-dominant strains or indica-dominant strains. You can also get hybrid strains for the best of both worlds!

Today, many scientists don’t believe there are meaningful differences between Indica and Sativa, because of all the crossbreeding that has happened for many years.

Of course, just because cannabis is labeled as a specific strain of cannabis doesn’t actually mean it is. Dispensaries often mislabel their strains. That’s why you should educate yourself so you can figure out exactly what strain you’re looking at any given time.

There are lots of resources out there you can use to help you identify the strain you’re looking for on sight, so you can start ruling out the fakes and mistakes. Medical marijuana tends to be more highly regulated, so you won’t have to worry about this problem so much

What Really Affects Your Cannabis High?

Sometimes, outrageous claims are made about the effects of different strains.

The main things that actually affect your experience with cannabis are the terpenes involved and the cannabinoid content.

Terpenes are the compounds that affect the taste and smell of different plants, including cannabis. Studies now show that these compounds can also physically influence your experience with cannabis.

The cannabinoid content refers to the level of THC and CBD in a given strain. This will affect your experience with a given strain, for obvious reasons.

So, if you’re looking to start creating your own strains, keep these things and mind and check out these marijuana growing tips to make sure you create the best cannabis you possibly can.

Try Out Different Cannabis Strains Today

There are so many interesting cannabis strains out there. So don’t miss out! Now that you’re aware of cannabis science, you’ll be able to choose and grow awesome cannabis.

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