The earliest point in the life cycle of the plant when the sex of the cannabis plant becomes apparent is at six weeks of growth. As discussed earlier the best way to tell them apart is to observe the nodes of the plant where the leaves and the branches meet the stem.
At these nodes on the male cannabis plant you will find large clusters of oblong shaped sacs called pollen sacs. A female weed plant will produce pistils which appear as thin hairs that eventually develop into structures called ovules and stigmas.
It is extremely important for any cannabis cultivator to be able to identify these important elements of the cannabis plant as the difference between male and female marijuana plants determines which plant will produce the dense and trichome rich buds that most growers and users of cannabis most desire. Male cannabis plants do not produce weed plant flowers and are therefore less desirable overall especially for the casual or hobby grower.
Unless you are intentionally attempting to induce pollination to reproduce cannabis plants naturally it is very important to keep male plants away from female plants to avoid unintentional reproduction.
Now that you have an overview of all the different parts of a cannabis plant and their uses go forth and spread the word! Many people – even those who regularly enjoy the effects of weed plant flowers – are simply unaware of the wide range of uses this wonderful plant can provide for the world!
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