Woody

Woody cannabis seeds produce plants that are extremely aromatic. They smell like soil, dirt or compost – the fragrance gardeners die for. Cannabis produces unique aromas because of the terpenes or essential oils present in the buds. A woody or earthy aroma is produced due to a lesser-known terpene called humulene. Humulene is found not only in cannabis but in cloves, basil and ginseng as well. Cannabis is usually known to make the user hungry – known as ‘munchies’ in the community – but Humulene actively suppresses the appetite. This is perhaps why you don’t get extremely hungry with certain strains. Humulene is present in a variety of cannabis cultivars including Kush and Girl Scout Cookies. The levels are extraordinarily high with some strains recording well over 28 percent! Due to its medicinal benefits, woody strains can be used both by medicinal and recreational users. Strains containing humulene or woody aromas are perfect to extract concentrates. From hash oil to tinctures to salves, one can do a lot of things as long as you have the ability to tolerate high- strains. Humulene is also present in CBD-rich strains, so you can grow some of these strains that don’t deliver psychoactive effects if is your concern. Woody strains can be used to suppress appetite (weight watchers, are you listening?), and reduce pain. Commonly found in indica strains, the buds tend to be thick and dense with a hefty coating of resin all over the plants. The best part of growing woody cannabis strains is that you’re treated to a wonderful bouquet of flavors every time you walk into your grow room. It’s important to dry and cure the buds to enhance the aromas because you don’t want to miss out on the pine and skunk flavors that generally accompany woody strains. To exaggerate the flavor a bit more, try vaping or consuming edibles so you don’t waste any of the terpenes.