What is the difference between open-pollinated and hybrid cannabis strains?
Open-pollinated cannabis strains are those that are grown through natural pollination, where the male pollen fertilises the female flower. The offspring of these plants will be very similar to their parent plants and can produce consistent traits over many generations, making them stable and reliable. Open-pollinated strains are typically more genetically diverse than hybrid strains, and the offspring may have a wider range of traits.
Hybrid cannabis strains, on the other hand, are created through controlled breeding of two or more different parent plants. These parent plants are chosen based on their desirable traits, such as high THC content or large yields. The offspring of these plants will exhibit a combination of traits from their parent plants, creating a unique hybrid strain. Hybrid strains are often bred for specific characteristics, such as high potency or unique flavor profiles, and can offer a wider range of options for growers and consumers.
Overall, open-pollinated strains are typically more stable and consistent, while hybrid strains offer greater variety and more targeted breeding. Both types of strains have their advantages and disadvantages and are used by cannabis cultivators for different purposes.
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