There are thousands and thousands of different cannabis strains. One of the characteristics people know about the most, be them curious novices or informed consumers, is the basic but important choice between sativa and indica.

When consumed, indica cannabis strains are prone to be relaxing and sometimes sedating, with body-centric effects. When you choose to indulge in an indica strain, you should expect some nice quality time with yourself! Because of their tendency to throw the user into a deep relaxing state, indica strains are generally the ideal option for night time use – or if one feels like having a laid back kind of day!
Besides, indica plants tend to be compact and bushy, quick to flower, and tend to give generous yields, so in other terms, they are a relaxing walk in the park, even before the buds are neatly trimmed and ready to consume!

What are typical effects of indica strains?

Fortunate surprises are always welcome, but in certain situations it can be appropriate to select a cannabis strain knowing exactly what to expect from it. Especially when dealing with a beginner, if you are a first time consumer yourself, or simply if you are seeking for a very specific effect for very specific reasons, it is always interesting to know more about what is in front of you.
Just like wines, cannabis strains come in myriads of shades in regards to taste, bouquet, and of course, effects.

For many, the relaxing indica effects generally comes with somewhat of a desire to be alone with their deep, intellectual thoughts. This is why many consumers say indicas are inclined to lock you in your couch, while enhancing sensations such as taste, touch and sound. Definitely a must when having a calm evening at home, or when seeking for a brainstorm session in the comfort of one’s mind! Because of its tremendous effects on the body, some indica strains are considered quite helpful to deal with pain, insomnia, etc.

How do indica plants grow?

 It is possible to recognise am indica cannabis strain from many different things, although from a botanical point of view, there are too many parameters in the equation to really make accurate generalities.

When it comes to growing them, plants grown from indica cannabis seeds are known to have certain characteristics that allow a grower to distinguish them from others. Indicas are compact, chunky, and their buds are thick and fragrant. They grow in dense clusters around the plant’s nodes, and the internode gaps are generally short.  Their quick flowering time, combined with this compact structure make it a favourite for people looking for quick, heavy yields and most of the strains in this category will be suited to SOG or SCROG growing techniques.