We asked Chris Langevin at The Joint on 6 to break down the latest cannabis strains available at RI compassion centers, what medical conditions they treat and what effects you can expect.
Ghost Train Haze (available at Slater Center): First bred by rare dankness, Ghost Train Haze is a sativa cross of Ghost OG and Neville’s Wreck.
Scent/Taste: Sour, citrus and floral
Effects: Relaxed and focused
Treats: Pain, depression and appetite loss
GG4 (available at Slater Center): Sour Dub crossed with Chem Sister is sure to hit hard.
Scent/Taste: Earthy, piney and pungent
Effects: Relaxed and focused
Treats: Anxiety, pain, appetite loss and insomnia
Gushers (grown by Ocean State Botanicals and available at Summit and GreenLeaf Compassion Centers): This indica-dominant hybrid is a cross between Gelato 41 and Triangle Kush strains
Scent/Taste: Fruity and pungent
Effects: Strong and euphoric, then sedating
Treats: Stress, anxiety, troubles with appetite and chronic pain
TK (Triangle Kush) (grown by Ocean State Botanicals and available at Summit and GreenLeaf Compassion Centers): This indica-dominant strain originated in Florida and is known to stimulate creativity. This strain gets its name from Florida’s three cannabis-producing cities of Jacksonville, Miami and Tampa.
Scent/Taste: Pungent
Effects: Relaxed, happy, euphoric
Treats: Stress, anxiety, depression and pain
Bangers and Mac (grown by Ocean State Botanicals and available at Summit and GreenLeaf compassion centers): This Miracle Alien Cookies hybrid is my favorite out of the group. The potent cross provides an incredible experience day or night.
Scent/Taste: Piney, spicy and floral
Effects: Happy, focused and relaxed
Treats: Depression and stress
Purple Chem (available at Slater Center): Chem Dawg crossed with Bubba Kush.
Effects: Uplifted, happy, creative and relaxed
Scent: Pungent and skunk
Treats: Depression, insomnia, migraines and stress
Cannatonic CBD (available at Slater Center): Cross between Mk Ultra and G13 Haze.
Effects: Uplifting, happy, focused and relaxed
Scent/Taste: Earthy citrus
Treats: Pain, muscle spasms, anxiety and migraines
