Words on the Street
At first glance, the world of cannabis can seem confusing and impenetrable. For beginners, the marijuana community seems to speak in a hazy jumble of street slang, code words, idioms and jargon. Phrases such as blazing, 420, vape pen, Phoenix tears, spliffs and doobies litter the language of music, movies, entertainment and pop culture.
At the very least, this halo of terms and expressions can be as hard to see through as a cloud of sweet-smelling, well…marijuana smoke. To further confuse matters, the names given to different marijuana varieties can take beginners down a rabbit hole of titles such as Super Glue, God’s Green Crack, Durban Poison, Grandaddy Purple and, my favourite, Greasy Pink Death Bubba.
But the domain of cannabis isn’t actually as confusing as it initally appears to be. This short guide will provide you with some basic information about marijuana strains to get you started on your cannabis journey.
What, exactly, is a marajuana strain?
Generally, marijuana, or cannabis, is divided into three strains or varieties. Each variety has a silghtly different biological makeup and produces subtly different effects. So let’s take a closer look at these.
The Three Marijuana Strains
- This is the original form of cannabis. It is a native species of the Hindu Kush region of western Asia (Afghanistan, Pakistan, India and Nepal). It is characterized by stout, broad leaves and it is considered to be a strain that delivers a tranquil, sedating effect.
Popular varieties of the indica strain include Pennywise, Northern Lights, GMO Cookies, and Purple Punch. Like fine wine, each has its own subtle flavor and character, and by experimenting with different types you are sure to find one that provides the effects you are looking for.
- This tall, narrow-leafed variety of cannabis derives from the hemp plants originally grown in Europe and Asia for hemp fiber and seeds. Its psychoactive constituents produce what is described as “energising effects.”
Sativas come in varieties such as Sour Diesel, Lemon Haze, Charlotte’s Web and Candyland. Some of these varieties are good for pain relief; others facilitate relaxation and socialization.
- These strains of marijuana combine plant genetics from both indica and sativa lineages. Their charisterics, therefore, are composed of differing combinations of euphoria, uplift, happiness and energy. A hybrid’s lineage will give a clue to how strong each of these effects will be and as you become more experienced in cannabis use you will be able to do your own research into the strain that best suits your needs.
Variations of hybrid strains include Blue Dream, Cannatonic, Sherbert and Sour Tsunami.
The first puff is the deepest.
The world of marijuana can indeed seem perplexing and disconcerting at first. But as you progress on your cannabis journey, and come to understand the different strains and varieties of these remarkable plants, you will soon begin to unlock the almost endless possibilities and benefits they provide.
Whether you choose to imbibe your chosen strain via smoking, through a vape pen, by consumption in food or with oils and extracts, the world of cannabis awaits your discovery. And whatever strain or variety you decide to choose, don’t forget to inhale frequently. As former US President Barack Obama has observed: that’s the whole point.
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