Sativa
Sativa
Sativa (/səˈtiːvə/; from Latin sativum, "cultivated") is a term used in the classification of plant species, particularly in the Cannabis genus. It is one of the primary types of Cannabis, along with Indica and Ruderalis.
Etymology
The term Sativa originates from the Latin botanical adjective sativum, meaning 'cultivated'. It was used in the naming of the plant species Cannabis sativa by Swedish botanist Carl Linnaeus in 1753.
Description
Sativa strains are known for their tall, slender plant structure, narrow leaves, and long flowering cycles. They are typically grown in warm climates and are known for their uplifting and cerebral effects when consumed.
Effects
The effects of Sativa strains are often described as uplifting and energetic. These strains are typically used during the day as they can promote productivity, creativity, and focus. However, they may also increase feelings of anxiety and paranoia in some individuals.
Related Terms
- Cannabis: A genus of flowering plants in the family Cannabaceae.
- Indica: A subspecies of Cannabis known for its sedative effects.
- Ruderalis: A subspecies of Cannabis known for its auto-flowering characteristics.
- Hybrid (Cannabis): A plant bred from two different species or strains of Cannabis, often to combine desired traits from Sativa and Indica strains.
- THC: Tetrahydrocannabinol, the primary psychoactive compound in Cannabis.
- CBD: Cannabidiol, a non-psychoactive compound in Cannabis known for its potential therapeutic effects.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Sativa
- Wikipedia's article - Sativa
This WikiMD dictionary article is a stub. You can help make it a full article.
Languages: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
Urdu,
বাংলা,
తెలుగు,
தமிழ்,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
русский,
português do Brasil,
Italian,
polski