Growing Marijuana Seeds For A Higher Yield
A marijuana plant is composed of three main parts: the stems, leaves and roots. Marijuana can be grown from seeds, in which case the name refers to either the plant or its seed product, or the whole plant. All three types of marijuana contain varying levels of the active ingredient, cannabis, which is commonly known as pot.
The stems of a marijuana plant are actually called “leaves,” while the leaves are called “petals.” Marijuana is actually a flowering plant with a broad umbrella shaped leaf, the uppermost portion of which is called the stomach. A bud or cotyledon is the flat outer layer of the leaf that contains the flowers and seed.
Sativa marijuana seeds have more of a kick than other strains and are grown primarily for their potency. While the leaves of the sativa are used for cooking, they also contain high concentrations of caffeine which can produce an effect similar to caffeine in coffee, though the effects are milder and longer lasting.
While the leaves of sativa tend to be darker and denser than indica marijuana, they are as large and bushy as the buds found in indica. Both types are usually harvested after the seed pod has opened up, although indica grows and flowers longer, requiring longer periods of drying before being harvested. In most cases indica marijuana seeds are left outdoors to mature until the first frost date and may need more time than sativa marijuana seeds to mature.
Sativa marijuana seeds are normally cultivated on large farms that have a large amount of land. Indoor plants are most often used for smoking, which is when the buds are cut short and smoked. Indoor plants are typically grown in a large room to maximize the amount of sun and soil nutrients available to them. Sativa marijuana plants tend to grow quite fast, reaching heights of 30 feet and producing several crops of buds each season. Indoor marijuana plants may require some trimming to prevent the growth of too many buds and allow air circulation around them.
Sativa plants are best suited to climates where the daytime temperature rarely drops below 50 degrees Fahrenheit. and temperatures below that are not hospitable to plants are not ideal for growth. Most indoor growing conditions will require a lot of sunlight, since they are more susceptible to frost. fungus, mold and mildew. Since the roots of marijuana plants are located deep underground, any water damage can lead to the complete root loss and plant death, so water is very important.
Sativa marijuana strains should always be grown in well-ventilated rooms and under controlled conditions to prevent any moisture from escaping during the growing process, which will affect the quality of the end result. A room temperature of around 70 degrees F is recommended and the humidity level should never exceed sixty percent.
Sativa plants are known to produce some high quality smoke. Some people prefer to take a hit of this “pot” and relax instead of smoking the entire plant. They are often used as an accompaniment for certain foods and drinks. Marijuana has been used by people of all ages for a variety of purposes, both religious and social.
Sativa marijuana is also often used to alleviate pain, although not for every ailment or illness. Pain is a symptom associated with many conditions, and if it is associated with sativa and/or indica strains, it may be easier to deal with or treat. It is sometimes used to help ease the symptoms associated with arthritis, back pain, migraine headaches and even cancer.
Sativa and indica marijuana are similar in their chemical makeup, but are actually two different species. Sativa is the marijuana species commonly grown and used for pot. while indica is the hybrid strain developed to increase the amount of THC, the substance that creates the “high.” When choosing which strain to grow, a breeder must know the type of marijuana they wish to grow, as well as the climate and humidity conditions in which they intend to grow the marijuana.
Although both varieties of marijuana can be used, it is better to grow sativa marijuana seeds to maximize the quantity of active plant material in order to yield a higher yield. Seeds of sativa strains tend to mature slower and produce a lower yield per plant.