Trichomes for Indica dominant hybrids and pure Indica

LJGRW
LJGRWstarted grow question 2mo ago
Even if I have a Indica dominate strain should I wait for for more Amber versus cloudy? I only ask because the head high has a negative effect on some of my patients mental state, thank you to everyone who helps, Godbless!!
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squalino
squalinoanswered grow question 2mo ago
hello to me Even for an Indica, the time of harvest dictates the nature of the effect: ​Milky Trichomes (Cloudy): The THC peak. The effect is more cerebral, intense and sometimes "anxiety-inducing" or paranoid for sensitive people. This is exactly this “head high” that you want to avoid for your patients. ​Amber Trichomes (Amber): THC begins to break down into CBN (Cannabinol). CBN is known for its sedative, calming and anti-anxiety properties. It “breaks” the aggressiveness of cerebral THC. ​ what I would advise you for your patients ​If your patients react poorly to mental effects (anxiety, racing thoughts), you MUST achieve a higher proportion of amber. ​Target: Aim for around 25% to 40% amber trichomes. The result will be much more physical ("body stone"), relaxing for the muscles and calming for the mind. This is the ideal stage for medicinal use against insomnia or stress. ​but be careful of the other side of the coin ​The longer you wait for amber: ​Pure power (the “high”) decreases in favor of relaxation. ​The taste may become earthier or heavier. ​The plant is heavier, so watch carefully for mold inside the Indica buds which are very dense. I hope this will help you. Have a good day
Organoman
Organomananswered grow question 2mo ago
Yes wait for 30ish percent amber if you want to avoid the "head high".
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Green_Claws
Green_Clawsanswered grow question 2mo ago
Think of it filled with clear juice then when it turns milky it's at peak thc afyer this point thc degards to CBD being anber
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Watts_Growing_On
Watts_Growing_Onanswered grow question 2mo ago
Indica or sativa doesn’t really matter here — it’s all about the trichomes. Cloudy = more head high, amber = more body/relaxing effect. If you want to avoid the head high, wait until ~20–40% of the trichomes are amber 👍
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Organic_G
Organic_Ganswered grow question 2mo ago
At the end sativa or indica is only the genetic growth pattern, the psychoactiv effect is based on the ripeness of trichomes ( cannabinoid content ) & the terpene profile, so yes you should harvest like any other cannabis plant based on your preference
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