There are so many cannabis strains, that carry their own set of uses, effects, health benefits, etc. If you have difficulty figuring out which cannabis strain to use or don’t know much about cannabis strains, then it’s important that you first familiarize yourself with the two most well-known cannabis strains which are Sativa and Indica. By familiarizing yourself with these two, you can easily find out about other cannabis strains too. 

In today’s blog, we’re going to talk about one of the well-known cannabis strains, called Sativa, how it makes you feel, what its benefits are, and what is the difference between Sativa and Indica. Let’s get started right away!

What Is Sativa?

The cannabis plant contains three strains which are cannabis Sativa, cannabis Indica, cannabis Hybrids, and cannabis Ruderalis. Sativa is one of the most popular strains of the cannabis plant. It originates and grows in dry places with hot weather such as Thailand, Vietnam, Jamaica, South Africa, Columbia, Brazil, and other warm parts of the world such as Southeast Asia, Central, and South America. 

This strain creates strong psychoactive and intoxicating effects, that are also energizing. The Sativa strain is also referred to as the “Daytime Strain” because it’s been recommended that you consume this strain during the daytime due to its energizing effects that help you feel more active during the daytime. 

Sativa also contains a higher amount of THC cannabinoid than CBD cannabinoid, which explains why this strain can create strong psychoactive and intoxicating effects. This strain is also sold in the form of products such as:

• Oils
• Topicals
• Edibles

What Is Indica?

Another popular strain present in the cannabis plant is the cannabis Indica strain. This strain originated in parts of the Middle East region such as Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tibet, Turkey, and Indica. The effects created by this strain are pain relieving and lie more on the relaxing side than the intense side, which makes them perfect for consuming at night time when you’re looking for something to calm your nerves. 

The Indica strain also contains a higher amount of the CBD cannabinoid than the THC cannabinoid, which is why its effects aren’t as intense as the Sativa strain’s effects, and it carries more pain-relieving effects from CBD. The Indica strain is also sold in the form of products such as:

• Oils 
• Topicals 
• Edibles

What Is The Different Between Sativa And Indica?

Although these two strains come from the same cannabis plant, they both are very different from each other based on appearance, effects, and many other things. Here are some of their differences that can help you tell these two strains apart. They include:

• Appearance 

The Sativa strain plants are quite tall and they have narrow and thin finger-like leaves that resemble blades. Their green color is also a much lighter shade than other cannabis strains such as Indica and its buds are also long and have a feathery appearance. This strain plant can grow up to 12 feet tall and tends to take a longer amount of time to mature than the Indica strain. Depending on if you grow them indoors or outdoors, Sativa strains can take up to 10-12 weeks to even 6 months to fully grow. 

The Indica strain plants on the other hand are shorter than the Sativa plant and their leaves also have a darker shade of green than the Sativa plant’s leaves. It also has broader and wider leaves that are bushy and densely branched. Indica strain plants also tend to grow up to 4 feet but they grow much quicker and faster than the Sativa strain plants. They also tend to take 8-12 weeks to fully grow depending on if you grow them indoors or outdoors. 

• Effects

As mentioned before the Sativa strain can create strong psychoactive and intoxicating effects because it contains a higher amount of THC and a smaller amount of CBD. This also means that this strain has a higher potency than the Indica strain. Many people also prefer to consume this strain during the daytime because its effects are energizing and help you feel more active, especially when you wake up early in the morning and feel sluggish and tired. 

You’re also able to focus on any specific that you’re performing, this is because this strain helps improve your cognitive thinking. 

The Indica strain produces more relieving effects than intense and strong psychoactive and intoxicating effects as the Sativa strain does. This is because it contains a higher amount of CBD and a smaller amount of THC. This is also the reason as to why the Indica strain also carries pain-relieving properties. 

It’s also been encouraged that you take this strain at night time because of its relaxing effects that can help you sleep at night undisturbed. 

Frequently Asked Questions

• Can You Laugh Because Of Sativa?

The Sativa strain contains terpenes that have chemovars present inside of them. These chemovars are responsible for making you laugh when you consume or use the Sativa strain. 

• What Is The Cost Of Sativa?

The cost of Sativa strains can range from $20-$30, depending on the place that you purchase the strain from as well as what type of product you purchase that contains the strain in it. 

• When Do The Effects Of Sativa Strain Kick In?

Depending on how you consume this strain, it can take 30 minutes to even 2 hours for the effects to kick in. 

• How Long Does Sativa Last In Your System?

The Sativa strain can last in your system for up to 90 days, depending on how much you consume frequently.  

• What Is The Shelf Life Of Sativa?

The shelf life of Sativa strains is 6 months to a whole year depending on how well you store them.

Conclusion – Is Sativa The Right Strain For You?

If you consume it in the right way, then the Sativa strain can offer many benefits to you, ranging from physical health to mental health. To experience the best effects, you should consume this during the daytime.