Sativa has an uplifting, energizing effect. Not like speed, but more like a strong cup of coffee. Very euphoric, may make you giggly and talkative. Can be useful for making mundane chores tolerable. Downsides is if you have anxiety issues, a sativa may trigger it. It can also make it difficult to sleep for a while.
Indica has a more sedative effect. Also euphoric, but you may end up just sitting on the couch for a while. Good for pain relief, stress relief, and can enhance your sleep. Downside is it may make you lazy, you won't feel like doing much.
Simply put, sativa makes you high, indica makes you stoned.
Hybrids combine the two. Usually starts off with a little sativa rush, then subsides to a relaxing indica body relaxation. Hybrids are often described in percentage terms, say, 60/40. That would mean 60% sativa, 40% indica, giving you an idea of what to expect.
Don't worry too much about THC content. Anything over twelve per cent will get you there, but you may need to use a little more. Some strains have a lot of CBD for a relaxing, anti-inflammatory effect, but may have low THC, making for a mild buzz.
Some strains have a psychedelic effect, making colors and sounds "pop". Great for listening to music or checking out art, also creative projects.
The Budweiser of pot is Blue Dream, an all occasion hybrid that is very popular. There are thousands of strains, and you may need to experiment to find the ones you prefer. My personal favorite is Super Lemon Haze, a sativa with psychedelic effects and citrusy taste.
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