{"id":1352,"date":"2020-06-15T23:30:04","date_gmt":"2020-06-15T23:30:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/cbd\/indica-sativa-or-hybrid-how-to-read-a-cannabis-leaf"},"modified":"2026-02-22T15:08:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T15:08:13","slug":"indica-sativa-hybrid-read-cannabis-leaf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/weedmaps.com\/learn\/the-plant\/indica-sativa-hybrid-read-cannabis-leaf","title":{"rendered":"Indica, sativa, or hybrid? How to read a cannabis leaf"},"content":{"rendered":"
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While there are countless strains of cannabis on the market, there are only four known types of cannabis plant: the well-known indica, sativa, and hybrid, along with the lesser-known ruderalis. Each plant has its own physical characteristics that make it identifiable to growers. Most notably, the leaf.<\/span> Learn how to identify each type of cannabis leaf just by looking at them. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\tWhat does an indica leaf look like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Officially named in 1785 by French biologist Jean-Baptiste Lamarck<\/a>, indica cannabis plants originated in India. They're characterized by their short and stout features and wide leaves with between seven and nine finger-like structures.\u00a0The indica leaf's short stature makes it a great choice for growing indoors since it won't hit the ceiling. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\t\t\t

\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\"Single\n\t\t\t<\/a>Photo by: Gina Coleman\/Weedmaps<\/cite>
Indica cannabis leaves are shorter than sativas. <\/figcaption><\/figure>\t\t\t