Marijuana has grown a reputable name for itself in the past few years. Gone are the days when the leafy plant signified stoner-status. Weed is a booming industry that's toking up millions in tax revenue.
As more opportunities arise for legal experimentation with the popular drug, so do various types of marijuana. There are already hundreds of strains in existence among the sativa, indica, and hybrid categories. No two highs are exactly alike -- you can experience anything from social boosts to total face-melting, dependent upon the type of herb.
So which is right for you? (You being the legal participant in consuming marijuana, of course.)
Author Dan Michaels and photography Erik Christiansen have broken down the hundreds of strains in Green: A Field Guide to Marijuana, pairing each type with gorgeous, high-quality imagery. We asked the experts to give us a small sample of some of the popular strains that have various effects on the mind and body.
Click below to see some of the common effects, flavor profiles and medicinal purposes.