For many cannabis lovers, sativa strains are their go-to.Their cerebral, uplifting effects have made pure sativa strains one of the mainstays of cannabis enthusiasts for decades. But that leaves two questions for anyone curious about sativas.
First, what exactly is it that makes a sativa strain? And what are some of the best sativa strains that you can find at Exclusive? Luckily, we’re going to answer both of these questions in this post!
Indica vs Sativa Cannabis Strains: Differences and Similarities
Before we dive into which sativa strains you need to try at Exclusive, let’s zoom out a bit. First, we’re going to look at exactly what a sativa is. For a while, sativas were the predominant strains in North America. Before the Hippie Trail encouraged travelers to start bringing back indica genetics, outdoor sativa varietals that were adapted to North American seasons made up most of the cannabis supply.
Sativas grow almost everywhere. You can find them in Africa, Europe, Asia, and North and South America. They grow long and thin, sort of like a “cannabis grapevine.” Small, dense nugs pop off of the stem, “grapes” separated by a long green “vine.” Sativas have thin, lanky leaves, too. This is in contrast to indica plants, which tend to grow short, like cannabis bushes.
That’s not the only difference between indicas vs sativas, though. Before the widespread practice of crossing strains, genetics were, and still are, often associated with effects. Sativas are known as being uplifting, euphoric, and cranial. They may help improve focus and might also spark creativity, too.
Both indica and sativa strains derive their effects from THC, but there are many other active compounds in the cannabis plant that will impact your experience: terpenes, flavonoids and other minor cannabinoids like CBD, CBG, or CBC, for example.
The expression of these phytochemicals depends on genetics of the plants (indica vs sativa) but will also be influenced by how and where they are grown. So while you’re consuming THC from both types of plants, your experience of a strain depends on several different factors.
Best Pure Sativa and Sativa-Dominant Hybrid Strains at Exclusive
And now, the moment you’ve all been waiting for! If you’re searching for some of the best pure sativa and sativa hybrid strains available at Exclusive, you’re in the right place. Check out three of our favorites below.
Sour Diesel
There’s only one Sour Diesel. Also known by the moniker “Sour D” or “Sour Deez,” this strain has made its way into popular culture through countless rap songs. And it deserves every bit of recognition it has. This strain is typically a 90/10 hybrid—making it a unicorn of nearly pure sativa. With a THC content that often surpasses 25%, Sour Diesel is definitely a strain that’s best left for the experts. Don’t underestimate this Chemdawg descendent.
Sunshine
You know what they say—everybody loves the sunshine. And they love Sunshine (AKA Sunshine OG), too. Sunshine’s another typically high-potency strain, with a THC content generally around 22 percent. If you want an enjoyable, energizing midday smoke, don’t pass up on this Chemdawg x Sunshine Daydream cross.
Green Crack Moon Rocks
Okay, so the last entry on our list is sort of cheating. Like a walk on the moon, Green Crack Moon Rocks are tough to track down. They’re also more than just cannabis flower. To make Moon Rocks, growers harvest flower, then dip it in hash oil and sprinkle it with kief. As a result, Moon Rocks have a huge THC content. These Green Crack Moon Rocks, for example, clock in above 44% THC. That’s getting into concentrate territory.
And that’s to say nothing of the Green Crack strain, a powerful (even legendary) sativa in its own right. Even a few puffs of Green Crack Moon Rocks can have you feeling energized and uplifted.
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