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Cannabis Strain Review: California Indica

Type of High: Head and Body
Try it: before ascending
Optimum Time of Day: Night
Spectrum: 65% Indica / 35% Sativa
Dominant Terpene: Humulene
Effect Percentage
Buzzy Euphoria
75%
Thoughtful
52%
Tingly
28%
Uplifted
21%
Side Effect Percentage
The Scaries
26%
Dizzy
11%
Sleepy
5%

California Indica has an ASHI score of 4 out of 11, and a BPS rating of 7 out of 50. The ASHI score, or Ascendancy Strains Heat Index, speaks to how popular it is at this moment in time. Think of it as measuring the flash in the pan strains that are hot right now for consumers. Social media discussions, consumer ratings and reviews are all data points that feed into this score.

BPS, or Brand Power Score, is more institution facing and looks more at data points which reflect how much respect and power this strain has to the industry. Strains that have articles written about them, sold as seeds, award history and inclusion in a strain directory are all examples of data points which feed into a BPS rating. The genetic blend of this strain is 65% Indica / 35% Sativa.

a section describing the experience of consuming this strain of cannabis

The Buzzy Euphoria, Thoughtful, Tingly and Uplifted effects of California Indica produce a Head and Body high for cannabis users. Night is the best time to experience this strain. California Indica has been reported by users as being used for Nausea, Migraines, Headaches, Depression and Chronic Pain.

Common Usage
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Chronic Pain common usage

Information found on this site is not meant to be used as or in place of medical advice. Seek advice from a medical professional to address your personal needs.

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The Flavor Story

California Indica's primary terpenes are Humulene, Ocimene, Myrcene and Camphene. Terpenes affect flavor but also provide their own set of medical and experiential effects. When smoked, vaporized or incorporated into an edible, you'll get hit with the flavor profile from California Indica that includes: Diesel, Honey, Lavender, Nutty and Nutty, ending with a blast of Diesel on the exhale.

The Aroma Story

Take a whiff! California Indica has an aroma profile of Earthy, Fruity, Herbal, Pungent and Sour.

the labs - a section where the levels of different cannabinoids found in this strain of cannabis are shared based on lab testing
THC
15 - 18%
CBD
0.08 - 0.37%
CBN
0.06 - 0.18%
CBDV
CBD-A
CBG-A

California Indica presents Humulene, Ocimene, Myrcene and Camphene terpenes. The average THC level is 15 - 18%.

the grow - a section describing the growth information for this strain of cannabis
Best Results Preferred Climate Grow Difficulty
Indoors and outdoors warm climate Average

Outdoor Grow Info

Harvest Time Height Yield
Early October / Mid-October Average 600-800 g/plant

Indoor Grow Info

Indoor Harvest Time Indoor Height Indoor Yield
8-10 weeks Average High

The difficulty to grow California Indica is known for being average. For growers looking to cultivate indoors, you can expect average height to be with a yield of high in about 8-10 weeks. Outdoors, California Indica should harvest around Early October / Mid-October you can expect average height and 600-800 g/plant yield.

the recipes

What's Cooking?

The garlic notes from Wings will pair nicely with dominant terpene, Humulene, from California Indica. The Humulene terpenes will add a smoky flavor to the wings. Since we suggest you try California Indicabefore ascending, you might want to check out our recipe for Weed-Infused Fettuccine Alfredo. If you're having a banquette with friends or colleagues attuned to what matters most in life, this will help fuel your bodies and minds.

Suggested Recipes For This Strain