Cannatonic is a 50/50 Hybrid strain that is a great option to help treat symptoms for a variety of ailments. For users who are new to medical cannabis, its limited side effect profile and low psychoactive properties make Cannatonic an ideal choice. Even many experienced medical patients say that Cannatonic is their favourite strain to help relieve a variety of symptoms from many different ailments.
Cannatonic is a cross between MK Ultra and G13 Haze and was one of the first cannabis strains that was created to be a true “medicinal marijuana strain.” Created in 2008 by Resin Seeds, the Cannatonic strain has received more than 23 awards since 2008. This makes it one of the most award-winning strains available on the market.
Resin Seeds states on their website that they bred the Cannatonic strains with the sole intent of creating a high CBD strain. The result is a strain that has a 1:1 ratio of THC to CBD in 50% of samples tested on average. Cannatonic typically has levels of THC that range from 6% to 14%, with most samples testing around 7%. Its CBD content can range from 6% to 14% but some samples have tested as high as 23%.
Cannatonic’s THC levels can vary dramatically from sample to sample. Resin Seeds states that 25% of samples will test with high levels of THC and lower levels of CBD. If this is a concern for you, you may want to consider purchasing Cannatonic as an oil since oils are typically created by combining multiple flowers together and in Cannatonic’s case, this combination will normally result in a 1:1 THC to CBD ratio.
When you are shopping for Cannatonic, it is important that you look at the THC and CBD levels of the specific product you are buying, so you don not end up with a higher THC content than you desire.
Cannatonic was created with medical marijuana patients in mind. It has been known to help relieve a multitude of symptoms from many different ailments. Most patients report using Cannatonic for ailments like pain, stress, depression, neuropathy, inflammation and insomnia. Other users have stated that it can help alleviate the symptoms associated with ailments like Crohn’s disease, migraines, fibromyalgia, type 2 diabetes, chronic headaches, PTSD, traumatic brain injuries (TBI), ADD/ADHD, epilepsy and seizures.
If you are trying medical cannabis for the first time, Cannatonic is a great choice. So many different people have found relief from so many different symptoms using this strain, it is often recommended for new medical cannabis patients to try first before consuming other strains that have higher levels of THC.
Many people report a very cerebral high when using Cannatonic. It is important to note that this is not a psychoactive high but instead one that leaves you feeling relaxed, uplifted and happy. While some people report feelings of euphoria, very few report that they feel any psychoactive effects at all. If you are using Cannatonic in flower form make certain that it has been tested for THC and CBD levels because these ratios can vary noticeably from sample to sample; many will have a significantly higher amount of THC.
Cannatonic has minimal, if any, psychoactive properties, which make it an ideal choice for daytime use. It has a very low side effect profile as well, which makes it ideal for beginners. Even with overindulgence, very few users report any negative side effects whatsoever and those who do report negative effects say that it makes them a little anxious.
When it comes to aroma and flavor, most users say that this strain has an earthy smell with pine or citrus undertones.
Cannatonic releases a citrus flavor with tangy and earthy undertones when smoked. Most CBD strains have a harsh woody flavour but Cannatonic defies this norm by having a flavour profile very similar to common Indica Dominant Hybrid strains, which have hints of earthiness and tangy citrus notes.
If you are considering trying to grow Cannatonic on your own, there is good and bad news. Good news is that seeds are widely available in most areas. The bad news is that Cannatonic is known to be a difficult strain to grow as it is prone to mold and mildew. Cannatonic should be grown indoors in a climate controlled environment to avoid pests and disease. Resin Seeds has created a growers guide that you can find here. When cultivating Cannatonic indoors, you can expect a flowering time of 10 to 11 weeks and a yield of about 18 oz/㎡. Cannatonic must be grown outdoors in a dry and warm climate to avoid mold issues but you can expect a harvest of around 14 oz/plant in October.
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