Strains are a huge topic and definitely one where there is a learning curve. I have made my mistakes for sure. What I have found is it's important to find a good reputable breeder or three and try their strains out. It's important to remember that cannabinoids and
terpenes are all grower specific but genetics is where it all begins. Get good genetics, grow them right, and you will get some powerful medicine.
When I am looking at strains, there are a couple of things I am looking for in particular; cannabinoids and
terpenes. I want high THC but have learned that is not the be all, end all for fighting cancer and tumors. Where you want to look is at your
terpenes. Several
terpenes are anti cancer and anti tumor.
Then I have found a couple of websites that share some basic terpene information on many strains. I do not know how accurate these are but it's a starting point for me when I am selecting strains. I am currently growing out a cut called Banana OG. Here is what Hytiva has to say about Banana OG-
Banana OG is an indica-dominant cannabis strain that garners its reputation from the unmistakable scent of overripe bananas. This aroma sets the stage for its...
www.hytiva.com
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Many breeders are starting to realize the importance of terpene information on their strains and are getting testing done. Brothers Grimm has COA's for several of their strains and others are getting on board the terpene train....they are so important. You need to do your job as a cultivator, but good genetics are where it all starts. There are a couple of fantastic sources for great genetics here at The Farm. Check out
@Poekie and
@Trustfall.
Testing is also where the rubber meets the road. If you have the resources, test your flower so you know what you have. I recently finished a grow with some Ethos genetics and was very happy with the results after I paid to get the 4 plants tested. All 4 plants were super potent with great anticancer and antitumor
terpenes and has since proven to be some very powerful medicine.
Are you dealing with cancerous tumors? I know some of the
terpenes are both anti cancer and anti tumor but you should do your own research before deciding on which
terpenes you should be looking for but a good place to start are these-
Alpha and Beta Pinene
Caryophyllene
Terpinolene
Humulene
Phellandrene
Limonene
Phytol
I may have forgotten some.