Cannabis sativa

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Cannabis sativa

The name Cannabis Sativa will sound familiar to you, it is not only the most used form of cannabis, you also have the most options with this cannabis plant.

How do you recognize a Sativa plant?

In most cases, the Cannabis Sativa will be a plant with above average height and a green color that is lighter than other varieties. The flowers of the female plants have a greater resilience compared to the Cannabis Indica. The leaves have a narrow and long shape that makes the Sativa plant immediately recognizable. This shape offers the advantage of air circulation between the plants, so that the plants can grow better without mold formation. This is a major advantage, especially in tropical areas.

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How does a Sativa plant grow?

Compared to other types of cannabis, the Cannabis Sativa will grow taller than the rest. This growth does not only take place during the growth phase, but also during the flowering phase. This has to do with the tropical origin of these Sativa varieties. Since days around the equator are almost the same length all year round, sativa strains can go through the photoperiod in a short amount of time. That is a big contrast to the Ruderalis plants, which are just the opposite in character. The buds of the Cannabis Sativa, or the female flowers, start at the buds. That is the place where the leaves grow from the stem and branches. Then the buds then expand along the branches and stem. In other species, clusters will form around the nodes, which is not the case here. The flowers of the Sativa have a lower density compared to Indica flowers, that is because Sativa plants grow and flower at the same time. The female flowers, on the other hand, are larger in size.

Hybrid Cannabis Sativa

Because pure strains of the Cannabis Sativa type take about six months to fully grow and flower, Sativa strains are often crossed with Indica strains. This makes Sativa more suitable for indoor cultivation, as the growing and flowering time is considerably shorter than with the pure variety. The total flowering time remains longer compared to Indica plants.

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What can you use the Cannabis Sativa for?

The Cannabis Sativa is by far the most popular strain for industrial purposes. Some advantages are:

* The Cannabis Sativa plants are very tall.

* The fibers are longer than other types.

In addition, the Sativa varieties deliver a high that gives energy, stimulates brain activity and gives inspiration. It is also an appetite stimulant plant, especially sweet foods. This side effect is jokingly referred to as the “Munchies”. For medical purposes, this is a very valuable property for people undergoing chemotherapy, HIV and AIDS treatments or other treatments with nausea and loss of appetite as side effects.

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