Do marijuana seeds have genders?

Just like humans, cannabis and hemp plants are considered dioecious, meaning they have either male or female reproductive organs. Depending on the goal of the cultivator, it’s crucial to know the gender of their plants prior to harvest.

Are seeds from a hermaphrodite female?

Interestingly, all the seeds collected from hermaphroditic flowers produced female plants, which is not the case for seeds that come from cross-fertilized plants. Commercial cultivators rely on cuttings from female mother plants as these are genetically identical to the mother plant and develop only female flowers.

How can you tell a female seed?

Male plants will have small pollen sacs for the purpose of spreading seeds while the female plant will have stigmas, which catch the pollen that male plants spread. It is best to identify the sex of the plant before the plant’s reproduction cycle become active.

How long after pollination do seeds develop?

Step 8: Harvesting seeds Once the plants have been pollinated, most of the seeds will take 4-6 weeks to fully mature (always depending on the strain). At the end of flowering period they will be ready to be harvested, so that you can enjoy another pleasant cannabis harvest.

What do indica seeds look like?

What Do Indica Marijuana Seeds Look Like? Indica cannabis seeds usually look like short plants with purple buds and broad, dark green leaves, due to a higher chlorophyll amount. They are often identified by their distinct scents, from sweet to pungent and earthy aromas.

When can a male plant pollinate a female?

The best time to pollinate the female is when the flowers have fully-formed stigmas (the little white hairs), as long as possible, usually four or five weeks after the beginning of flowering, or 25 to 35 days, always depending on each strain.

When can you tell if your plant is male or female?

By week 6, the pre-flowers begin to reveal their gender and you should be able to identify the sex using the tips to follow. Once the plants go into full flower (8 to 10 weeks on average, for a natural outdoor grow) the differences between male and female plants will be glaringly obvious.

Can you tell the difference between sativa and indica seeds?

Botanists use physical differences — such as variations in height, branching patterns, and the shape of the leaves — to identify different strains of plants. This is where the names “indica” and “sativa” come from. Indica plants are shorter than sativa plants, and they have a woody stalk, not a fibrous one.

Why is my female plant producing seeds?

Feminized seeds occur as a result of inducing a female plant to herm, then fertilizing another female plant with the pollen. The pollen from the ‘hermie’ contains only female chromosomes, so that no true males can result from the seed.

Does sativa or indica really matter?

Whereas indica’s reputation is one of a sedative that gives you a body high, sativa is said to cause more cerebral effects, perfect for the day time. These effects are far more invigorating, helping one to feel more alert and uplifting to tackle a physical activity or creative endeavor.