¶ Remedies
¶ Overview
Remedies is a sativa-dominant high-CBD cultivar derived from the landmark Charlotte's Web lineage. The strain was developed as part of the broader high-CBD breeding movement that gained momentum in the 2010s, specifically designed for medical cannabis patients seeking significant therapeutic relief without any intoxicating effects. Remedies delivers CBD levels in the 10-15% range with THC consistently below 1%, making it one of the most non-intoxicating cannabis cultivars available. The strain features a terpene profile dominated by caryophyllene, humulene, and myrcene, producing an earthy, pine, and sweet aroma. Remedies is prized for its clear-headed, fully functional relief that allows patients of all ages and tolerance levels to use cannabis therapeutically throughout the day without any cognitive impairment.
¶ Quick Stats
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Sativa-Dominant Hybrid (High-CBD) |
| THC % | <1% |
| CBD % | 10-15% |
| CBD:THC Ratio | Typically 15:1 or higher |
| Dominant Terpenes | Caryophyllene, Humulene, Myrcene |
| Flowering Time | 55-65 days |
| Yield | Moderate (350-450 g/m² indoor) |
| Growing Difficulty | Moderate |
¶ Genetics & Lineage
Remedies traces its genetics to the landmark Charlotte's Web lineage:
- Charlotte's Web -- The pioneering high-CBD, low-THC strain developed by the Stanley Brothers in Colorado, named after Charlotte Figi, a young patient whose seizure condition was dramatically improved by the strain. Charlotte's Web was created through selective breeding of high-CBD hemp and cannabis genetics.
- The Remedies cultivar was developed as a stabilized, higher-CBD expression of the Charlotte's Web breeding program, offering consistent CBD levels suitable for medical production
Parent lineage: Charlotte's Web Lineage (selective breeding of high-CBD genetics)
The Charlotte's Web lineage is one of the most important in modern cannabis breeding, as it demonstrated the therapeutic potential of high-CBD, low-THC cannabis and catalyzed the medical CBD movement. Remedies represents the continuation of that breeding work, offering a sativa-dominant structure with consistently elevated CBD expression.
¶ Cannabinoid Profile
| Cannabinoid | Typical Range |
|---|---|
| THC (Total) | <1% |
| CBD | 10-15% |
| CBD:THC Ratio | Typically 15:1 or higher |
| CBG | 0.3-1.0% |
| CBN | <0.5% (increases with age) |
Remedies' cannabinoid profile is its defining characteristic. The virtually nonexistent THC content combined with high CBD expression produces zero meaningful intoxication while delivering significant therapeutic potential from CBD. This makes Remedies one of the safest cannabis cultivars for patients who need to remain fully functional, including children, elderly patients, and professionals.
¶ Terpene Profile
| Terpene | Approximate Share | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Caryophyllene | 25-40% | Primary terpene; spicy, peppery character with reported anti-inflammatory properties |
| Humulene | 15-25% | Significant presence; earthy, hoppy depth with reported anti-inflammatory qualities |
| Myrcene | 10-15% | Sweet, herbal notes contributing to the earthy profile |
| Pinene | 5-10% | Pine freshness adding clarity |
| Limonene | 3-7% | Subtle citrus brightness |
The caryophyllene-humulene-myrcene combination produces the earthy, pine, and sweet aroma that defines Remedies.
¶ Effects & Experience
Remedies is widely reported to produce:
- Clear-headed non-intoxicating relief -- Noticeable therapeutic effects without any meaningful intoxication, allowing users to remain fully functional and productive
- Physical relaxation -- A calming physical effect that reduces tension without any cognitive impairment
- Mental clarity -- The absence of THC ensures users remain completely clear-headed and focused
- All-day functionality -- The effects support continuous use throughout the day without any impairment, making it ideal for working patients, students, and children
Onset: Effects begin within minutes when smoked or vaporized; 30-90 minutes when consumed orally.
Duration: 2-4 hours for inhaled consumption; 4-8 hours for oral consumption.
Intensity: Very mild. The effects are subtle and purely therapeutic, with no intoxicating component. Remedies is suitable for users of all ages and tolerance levels.
⚠️ Effects are self-reported and vary by individual, dose, tolerance, and consumption method. CBD-rich strains like Remedies produce virtually no intoxication. Not a prediction of any individual's experience.
¶ Aroma & Flavor
- Smell: Earthy, pine, and sweet with subtle herbal undertones. The caryophyllene-humulene combination gives it a warm, organic quality that is pleasant and approachable without being overpowering.
- Taste: Earthy and pine on the inhale, with sweet and slightly herbal notes on the exhale. The flavor is smooth and gentle, appealing to users who may be sensitive to strong cannabis taste, including those new to cannabis.
¶ Medical Usesdanger
Not Medical Advice -- The following lists commonly reported therapeutic applications. This does not constitute medical advice. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis therapeutically.
Commonly reported uses include:
- Seizures and epilepsy -- CBD-rich strains are commonly used as part of seizure management protocols. Charlotte's Web, the lineage parent, was specifically developed for this purpose
- Chronic pain -- The high CBD content combined with caryophyllene and humulene is widely cited for significant pain relief without any impairment
- Inflammation -- CBD, caryophyllene, and humulene are all reported for anti-inflammatory effects, making this a multi-action anti-inflammatory strain
- Anxiety -- The high CBD content is frequently recommended for anxiety relief without any THC-induced anxiety
- Pediatric medical use -- The virtually zero THC content makes Remedies suitable for pediatric patients under medical supervision
- Arthritis -- The anti-inflammatory quality is cited for joint pain and stiffness relief
- Nausea -- Can be used throughout the day without any cognitive impairment
¶ Adverse Effects
Commonly reported adverse effects:
- Dry mouth
- Dry eyes
- The virtually zero THC content means adverse effects are minimal to nonexistent
- Mild dizziness at very high doses
- Some phenotype selections may express slightly higher THC levels -- testing is essential for medical growers
¶ Growing Information
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | Moderate -- requires experience with sativa-dominant growing and phenotype selection for CBD expression |
| Flowering Time | 55-65 days (indoor) -- reasonable and manageable |
| Yield | 350-450 g/m² indoor; 450+ g/plant outdoor |
| Plant Height | Medium -- sativa stretch is moderate; manageable for most indoor spaces |
| Preferred Environment | Indoor or outdoor; prefers warm, sunny conditions with good air circulation |
| Resistance | Moderate resistance to mold and pests. The Charlotte's Web lineage genetics contribute resilience. Responds well to topping and SCROG. |
Remedies is moderately challenging to grow. Its sativa-dominant characteristics require some height management, but the reasonable flowering time (55-65 days) is an advantage. For medical growers, phenotype selection is important -- growers should verify that their plants express the desired high-CBD, near-zero-THC profile. The Charlotte's Web lineage is generally genetically stable. Outdoor harvest in the Northern Hemisphere typically falls in late September to early October.
¶ Awards & Recognition
- Remedies is part of the Charlotte's Web lineage, which is one of the most culturally significant genetic lines in modern cannabis history
- Charlotte's Web, the parent lineage, was instrumental in changing cannabis legislation across the United States
- The Stanley Brothers' work in developing Charlotte's Web and related cultivars like Remedies has been widely recognized for its impact on medical cannabis
- Remedies is valued by the medical cannabis community as a reliable, high-CBD cultivar for patients who cannot tolerate any THC intoxication
¶ Similar Strains
- Harle-Tsu -- Comparable high-CBD sativa-dominant medical strain
- Harlequin -- Similar high-CBD cultivar with slightly higher THC
- Sour Tsunami -- Comparable pioneering high-CBD strain
- Cannatonic -- Similar high-CBD medical cultivar
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