May 13, 2025 · “Indica” and “sativa” are botanical terms referring to a plant’s physical structure. As far as effects, indicas are thought to be sedating and relaxing, while sativas are thought to be ...

Sativa strains tend to have high THC content, which is why sativa cannabis products are known for producing a more “cerebral” high. Cannabidiol (CBD), on the other hand, is a non-psychoactive …

Sativa plants have narrow leaves and grow best in warm environments. They do, however, take longer to flower than their Indica counterparts, and they grow taller than the Indica cannabis strains as well.

Apr 16, 2024 · Indica is a shorter plant with broader leaves and a woody stalk. Sativa is tall with thin leaves, and they grow more quickly. There are also many types of hybrid plants with properties of …

Feb 26, 2025 · The often-applied rule of thumb is that sativa is more invigorating and energizing, while indica is more relaxing and calming — but it’s not that simple.

Jul 14, 2025 · Indica and sativa (Cannabis indica and Cannabis sativa) are the two main types of marijuana plants from which other cannabis hybrids can be made. Indica tends to be more relaxing …

Jul 22, 2025 · When most people ask, “What is sativa?” they’re usually talking about cannabis strains sold as “uplifting” or “daytime-friendly.” But that label doesn’t tell the whole story. Sativa originated as …

Dec 29, 2025 · The sativa vs indica discussion remains important because it continues to shape how cannabis is grown, marketed, sold, and understood.

Sativa is one of two main cannabis types (the other is indica) known for energizing and cerebral effects that many users enjoy. Sativa is usually taller with narrow leaves and originally comes from warm, …