Whats the Difference between Indica and Sativa?

While jumping into the difference between Indica and Sativa let us deep dive into what cannabis is and how it has recreated its being for legal and medicinal use. The legalisation has urged cannabis dispensaries to place a variety of top strains of cannabis on their shelves. 

Many cannabis strains are divided into different plant species named Cannabis Indica and Cannabis Sativa. Both of these plant species leave different effects on the body. Another major difference between Indica and Sativa is their physical traits.

Different Highs

There is a common misbelief that Sativa and Indica have different highs. Many experts suggest that the matter mainly depends upon the branches, species, leaf size and height. 

When it comes to individual cannabis plants, every plant has varying levels of CBD, THC and varying compounds that have different effects and experiences. Sativa plants cause high and energetic feelings whereas Indica plants facilitate relaxing feelings.

Clinical Differences Between Indica and Sativa

• When it comes to treating medical conditions, Sativa is considered a preferred choice for managing weight loss.
• Indica is considered a preferred choice in treating non-migraine headaches, joint pain, glaucoma, neuropathy and seizures.
• Indica is the client’s most preferred choice in managing pain, helping with sleep and providing an ‘effective high’.
• Sativa has proved to be a preferred choice for boosting energy.

Conclusively, Indica has proved to be effective for medical conditions whereas Sativas are mostly opted for recreational purposes. 

Sativas are commonly adopted for boosting energy, reducing anxiety, and stress and enhancing focus and creativity. Whereas, Indica provides deep relaxation and reduces insomnia. 

Brief Insight into Sativa

Plant Details:

Sativa plants are large and as thin as finger leaves. They usually grow tall till 12 feet and take more time to mature as compared to other cannabis.

Origination:

Cannabis Sativa is mainly produced in hot and dry climate countries including Central America, Africa, Southeast Asia and Western Asia.

Normal CBD and THC ratio:

Sativa typically has a low level of CBD and a high level of THC doses. 

Preferred time to use:

Sativa is preferred to be used in the daytime due to its stimulating effect.

Common usage effects:

As mentioned earlier, Sativa leaves a ‘high mind’ effect, energizes, and reduces anxiety and stress. This plant also produces the feeling of being creative and productive.

Key strains:

Three of the most commonly used strains of Sativa include Panama Red, Durban Poison and Acapulco Gold.

Brief Insight into Indica

Plant Details:

Indica plants are short in size and stocky in nature with bushy greenery and leaves that usually grow broad and wide. This plant grows faster as compared to Sativa and produces more branches.

Origination:

These plants originate from countries that have dry, harsh and turbulent climates including Pakistan, Turkey, India and Afghanistan.

Normal CBD and THC ratio:

These strains have higher levels of CBD and some low content of THC.

Preferred time to use:

Indica is preferred to be consumed at night because of its relaxing nature.

Common usage effects:

Indica is widely used to reduce pain, nausea and increase the level of appetite. 

Key strains:

Three of the most commonly used strains include Afghan Kush, Hindu Kush and Granddaddy Purple.

Common Side Effects of Consuming Cannabis

The side effects of cannabis vary from person to person. Cannabis strains that are high in CBD might cause:

• Anxiety 
• Dry mouth
• Nausea 
• Dizziness 
• Fatigue 
• Change in appetite

Cannabis strains with high levels of THC mostly leave an impact on the brain. Those effects count:

• Mood swings
• Hallucinations 
• Altered senses
• Compromised body movement