XJ-13 Cannabis Strain

XJ-13, aka XJ1 and XJ Thirteen, is an evenly balanced hybrid strain consisting of 50 percent Sativa and 50 percent Indica. It is a Southern California clone-only strain from crossing G-13 female and male Sativa-dominant hybrid Jack Herer. It is an award-winning strain that won bronze for Best Sativa at the 2012 High Times Cannabis Cup and gold for Best Concentrate in 2014.

What is a strain?

Most cannabis strains are considered a pure or hybrid genetic variation of the plant Genus Cannabis. There are three main species: Cannabis Sativa, Cannabis Indica, and Cannabis Ruderalis.

Ruderalis is not as popularly known as the others; however, it is a derivative of cannabis with the lowest THC levels.

Although they are popular among the cannabis community, hybrids are not considered a species as they are made of Sativa and Indica, with typically one or the other dominating the gene pool.

For marketing and medical marijuana purposes, cultivators will develop a cannabis strain to highlight specific desired characteristics, such as:

• Color

• Density

• Flavor profile

• Aroma

• Medicinal benefits

• Psychoactive effects

• Cannabinoid percentages

• THC vs. CBD content

Those within the cannabis community report nearly eight hundred unique weed strains worldwide, but that number has increased steadily.

It's important to remember that they all originated from landrace strains imported at some point in history.

Different strains are created yearly as botanists experiment with crossing classic marijuana strains with hybrids to change their genetic qualities.

XJ-13 Marijuana Strain

XJ-13 is a 50:50 hybrid strain with a 22 percent THC content. It crosses Jack Herer and G-13 and offers a unique flavor profile that is spicy and sweet at the same time. XJ-13 is known for getting your creative juices flowing and making socializing easier.

Flavors

XJ-13 is sweet and spicy, with hints of pine and sour citrus.

Aroma

The aroma is intensely pungent with lemon and funky undertones.

Physical traits

XJ-13 features slender, light green buds and small yellow leaves.

Medical Benefits

The XJ13 strain offer health benefits for certain conditions like:

• Anxiety

• Chronic Stress

• Muscle Spasms

• Insomnia

• Chronic Pain

• Depression

• Migraines

• Nausea

• Chronic Fatigue

Possible Side Effects

There are many medical benefits to using strains, but if you use it in higher doses, due to THC content, you could notice adverse effects such as:

• dry mouth

• dry eyes

• anxiety

• paranoia or hyper-awareness

• fatigue

The THC content of XJ-13 Weed

The THC levels of XJ-13 marijuana have an average of 22 percent, with a CBD and CBN percent of around one each.

Growing XJ-13 buds

XJ13 can be moderately challenging to grow. Since the plant grows tall, it requires regular trimming and maintenance. This strain is resistant to molds, mildew, and pests. XJ13 performs well in a warm and dry climate and yields a modest 150 grams per square meter once it's reached its full potential. It is a clone-only plant that can be re-pollinated.

Flowering Time

XJ-13 Strain's flowering time has an average of nine to ten weeks indoors to reach the prime age and will be ready for harvest outdoors around early October.

Cannabis Sativa

Sativa cannabis seeds do well in warmer regions of the Earth and can thrive with high humidity levels. The typical locations where Sativa strains are grown are Central America, South America, and Southeast Asia. Sativa is tall and slender with thin, light green leaves. 

Many people report that smoking Sativa makes them feel energized, creative and focused. These psychological effects make Sativa strains best for daytime use because using them at night may cause insomnia due to the higher THC levels. 

There are many reasons people use Sativa cannabis strains, including: 

• Easing depression symptoms

• Headache and Pain relief 

• Decreasing Nausea

• Fighting appetite loss

• Better Focus

• Head High over Body High

Cannabis Indica

Cannabis Indica is commonly found growing in the dryer climates of the Middle East. They are short and bushy with large, dark green leaves. The buds tend to be much denser in Indica versus Sativa. Many popular Indica strains have higher CBD content than Sativa.

Most Indica weed contains an almost even amount of CBD and THC levels. Since Pure Indica strains tend to be relaxing, they're best for nighttime use due to the intense body high.  

Common Effects

• Relieving intense body and muscle pain

• Reducing nausea and increasing appetite

• Easing insomnia and promoting healthy sleep

• Reducing anxiety symptoms

What's the average price for xj-13 buds?

Depending on location and quality, you can typically find XJ-13 for about seventeen dollars per gram.

similar Strains to the xj-13 strain

• Jack Herer

• Jack and Jill

• G-13

• Granddaddy Purple

• Zkittles

• Northern Lights

Final Thoughts on XJ-13 Cannabis Strain

With a history even more mysterious than its famous parent strain, its direct lineage is the only truth known about XJ-13. While the breeder is unknown, it was listed in Oaksterdam University's 2011 clone catalog as being a "Garden Rescue," but no further information was found. XJ-13 tastes sweet and spicy and produces a tingly buzz with mood elevation, clarity, and focus.