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In reply to the discussion: Does anyone else have a problem with weed? [View all]notadmblnd
(23,720 posts)Although it may seem like its all the same, marijuana is an amazing little plant and comes in several different varieties. Although Cannabis is the genus which contains the species of marijuana, there are actually several different variations of the Cannabis plant. Two of the primary types of marijuana strains are Cannabis indica and Cannabis sativa.
The high associated with Cannabis indica is what many users would call a very physical high, typically leading to passing out or very intense sleepiness. However, this makes indica a good choice for pain and stress-relief, and typically promotes a very serene feeling. Some claim that indica can bring on a penetrating desire to enjoy music, television, or food, and can be a very relaxing, yet analytical experience. Still others classify the high associated with indica as body stoned, as opposed to head stoned.
The sativa high is described by most users as an infusion of alertness or even peppiness. Often times, sativa induces a heady high, causing an amplification of intellectual thought processes. For this reason, many users are fond of smoking sativa during the day or when they will need to remain somewhat functional. Strains of sativa with exceptionally high THC can take the heady experience to the extreme, possibly causing mild hallucinations.
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