[dubi]

Originally Posted by mayan

Baron and dubi...This conversation is fascinating on so many different levels. BTW, I just read a very interesting article on beta-caryophyllene - one of the terpenes - that leads me to think (if it's to be believed) that it could very well be quite important and terms of shaping the effect and even cancer treatment. Just passing it on. At some point, I would like to start testing for the terpenes (at least the major ones), as well. While the reductionists try to isolate a molecule and reproduce it, I'm convinced that our eyes must be cast toward the synergy of the whole. Undoubtedly THC and CBD are the bigs but by themselves they tell us very little -at least at this point. Thanks, dubi, for giving us so much to work with.

Hi mayan,

It's a never ending learning process .... the modern cannabinoid and terpene analysis help us to understand better the organoleptic and psychoactive chemistry of the plant, but i'm still amazed with the great variability found in cannabis, there are so many variations, differences and possibilities even when comparing strains with similar chemotype or with similar presence of terpenes, i think we are missing something, probably more terpenes or more active substances we are not aware of.

Or most probably the synergy between all the variables (cannabinoids and dozens of terpenes) is so complex that we will need decades to fully understand most of the possible combinations.

BTW, very interesting the small GT female. Golden Tiger has been bred to have an explosive african/thai sativa hybrid vigor as you experienced before, but if you grow enough plants there are also early flowering Malawi phenos to be found in the line with very little stretching compared with the other taller and most frequent phenos.

My favourite GT phenos are a bit like the one MadMac has recently posted, with heavy thai influence, longer flowering time, big yields, lemony resinous terpenes, and super strong psychedelic and long lasting effect that brings you to a new world.

The Purple Haze Malawi flower looks super yummy
Would love to hear about her aromas.

Thanks mayan!

[mayan]

Hello all you out there in deepest Aceland!! A quick report from the front - just vaped a sample of the mini-me Golden Tiger as I get her ready for the cure. What can I say? It's a magnificent electric and yet relaxed state. Soaaring and expansive mind. Not at all a couch-lock - I am ready to spring into action at any moment and yet I am currently absolutely content to sit and look at the neon molecular-chains in the wall. Fascinating! Body sensations are lovely. Warm and electric. Go figure...Takes a lot of concentration to type.

A remarkable plant. Solid bud down to the bottom of each branch. I'll try to get a pic or three when I start deconstructing her. I have to get to know her better...I can't quite articulate her scents or tastes. But, phew! She backs a wallop. I'm off to see if I can play any music. Ciao!

[mayan]

So...as promised, just for the record...Here's the miniTiger on her way to the jars.



Incidentally, I'm having trouble identifying an issue causing leaf damage on a non-Ace plant (an Alice from the Delicatessen folk). I posted in the infirmary...If any of y'all want to hazard a guess it's under a new thread entitled Leaf Damage...No Clue.

Thanks!!!!

[farmerlion]

Great thread guys! I just read through both KC threads on main page. So much great information posted for the rest of us to consider and learn from. I have 1 GT outside still. From seeing the pics I better get it inside under 12/12 this weekend. I have a 9' ceiling and it looks like GT can eat that up in a hurry. Peace

[The Hatter]

I've been away for a few years and it's nice to return to find an awesome Mayan grow journal waiting for me with all sorts of new strains and shiny photos. As always, thanks for sharing. Your plants are as beautiful as always, and it looks like I need to pick up some of those new limited releases.

There is a lot of knowledge to be found here in the Ace forums when it comes to land race and tropical sativa cultivation. I've been part of the medical cannabis community for years now and I must say that this area of cannabis cultivation really is not very well known or researched in that community, so it's nice to have a place like this with so many knowledgeable people to learn from. Seriously, if you go ask one of the local master medical growers what you should do about an IBL tropical sativa strain that won't stop stretching after 9 weeks strait they just look at you like you have two heads.

Anyway, it's just nice to see some of the old familiar faces are still here and spreading good vibes and knowledge. Best of luck to you and the rest of the good folks that tend to hang around this forum.

[Californee]

Wow great thread as always Mayan.

By the way which ace strain is your favorite?

[farmerlion]

I don't have any strait Kali China going this year. I do have four or five crosses of it now. I will post up some pictures this weekend. Happy growing my friends. Peace
Welcome back to the forums Hatter!

[farmerlion]

Here is a few pictures of my Kali China crosses.
Angola x Kali China.
NepJam x Kali China.
Kali China x Malawi.
Zamaldelica x Kali China.
Well that's all I have for Kali China genetics going right now. I will try and post a few pictures when they are in flowering. There will be more updates in farmerlions first greenhouse grow thread here in Ace forums. Have a great week and happy growing. Peace

[The Hatter]

Farmerlion, that is one amazing line up you have there, and they look like they are thriving beautifully in these photos. I would love to hear how they turned out in the end.

I have been kicking myself ever since I missed grabbing the Nep Jam x Kali China before it sold out, but I won't be making the same mistake with the Zam x KC.