Understanding Cannabis: Species John Jezzini
There are three species of widely recognized cannabis plants: Cannabis sativa Cannabis indica Cannabis ruderalis However, some scientists claim that Cannabis ruderalis should not be classified as a separate species, while yet another group claim that all three species should be categorized as Cannabis sativa.
Cannabis sativa Cannabis sativa is typically cultivated for recreational marijuana use. When you think of the depiction of marijuana in media, you are likely thinking of the sativa species. This species tends to have traits that produce euphoria and cause creativity, which is why it is predominantly used for recreational purposes, rather than medical.
Cannabis indica Often considered a medical species, as it can be used to induce relaxation. If someone is searching for a product to help them relax, sleep, or get relief from pain, a professional typically recommends an indica variety.
Cannabis ruderalis It can be used to make CBD oil or other products, particularly in markets where medical or recreational marijuana are not yet legal. This is because the ruderalis species has a small amount of THC, which is helpful in keeping products under the federal limit. Cannabis ruderalis is also used to make hemp materials, such as cloth or rope.
On hemp It's worth noting that “hemp” just refers to plants that produce 0.3% THC or less by dry weight. It’s not a species, or a strain, or anything other than a term that describes the amount of THC produced. Also, it’s important to understand that CBD can be extracted from “hemp” plants as well as from plants that produce over 0.3% THC. At the molecular level, there is no difference in the CBD whether it comes from high THC plants or low THC plants.
Strains of Cannabis it is important to remember that each species is further categorized into thousands of strains. Due to crossbreeding, you’ll be hard-pressed to find a pure indica or pure sativa. Cross breeding also means that some strains will do the opposite of what you might expect — for indica, a person may get insomnia; for sativa, a person could be knocked out quickly. There is no exact rule of thumb for cannabis, so the best thing to do is research different strains, read reviews, and talk to budtenders who are knowledgeable.
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