Punto Rojo - The Pure Sativa with Unique Profile
Punto Rojo aka Tierra Adentro is an exceptional cannabis strain, appreciated for its unique properties and distinctive effect. The 70s and 80s were the peak days of popularity for this landrace strain. The pure Sativa is noted for its rich taste and smell, which is a mix of fruit, incense, earth, skunk and more. In this article, we take a look at the origins of Punto Rojo, its effects, phenotypes, and preferable grow conditions that enable it to thrive.
More About the Punto Rojo Cannabis Strain
Punto Rojo is a classic sativa cannabis strian that stands out for its intense psychoactive effects and distinctive flavor profile. Its genetics originate from the coastal and central highland regions of Colombia, which gives its specific cultivation and use characteristics.
The most genuine element of this variety is the presence of “red points” or “red dots” in the flower pistils from where it gets its name. It’s a phenomenon related to the color change of the plant’s pistils as they mature. In some specimens, the pistils obtain an intense red or orange hue, making the Punto Rojo cannabis strain visually unique among other sativas.
Cannabinoid Content:
THC: up to 18%
CBD: between 0.30% and 0.95%
Trace amounts of CBC, CBG, CBN, and THCV
Terpenoid Content: Pinene, Myrcene, Ocimene
Appearance and Characteristics
Punto Rojo is a strain with medium-sized flowers that are moderately dense. The color of the plant is typically green, but the shade will vary depending on the phenotype. As already mentioned, a distinguishing feature of this sativa is the red or orange pistils that appear during flowering, hence also the name.
When it comes to aroma and flavor, Punto Rojo offers sweet and fruity notes enriched with hints of earth and spice. The fruity flavor is often mango-like but it can resemble several other fruits. This makes it a popular choice for users who appreciate intense sensory experiences.
Strong Psychoactive Effects
Those who have had the opportunity to try the Punto Rojo cannabis strain often describe its effect as stimulating and euphoric. Typical sativa effects include an increase in creativity, improved mood, and a surge of energy.
Some users have reported laughter that is hard to control from smoking Punto Rojo. Daytime smoking can make users feel a bit on the edge and may cause palpitations and paranoid thoughts. But these tendencies are subdued as you habituate to its fierce punch. Heartbeat is up with sweaty palms and forehead usually from fully matured, outdoor cultivated buds. Night time use can prevent sleep due to racing thoughts in the mind. So it’s a very potent natural medicine but it does need to be used with some caution.
Because of its qualities, this herb is often picked by those seeking inspiration and looking for ways to boost their intellectual activity. Therefore, it can be a great strain for musicians, writers, filmmakers and artists. Effect is generally not immediate and may prompt the user to consume more than necessary while waiting for the punch.
According to Leafly users, who rate the best therapeutic uses of all and any cannabis strain, Punto Rojo is best recommended for treatment of depression, cramps and fatigue.
How to Grow Punto Rojo?
The Punto Rojo strain comes from a tropical mountainous climate, thus it would best adapt to tropical and subtropical climates. It’s much better to grow it outdoors, especially if you live in a belt with very warm and humid temperatures. You can try growing it indoors, but it would require some knowledge and experience to address all the looming obstacles, which range from dealing with tall plants to keeping mold away from the grow room. Punto Rojo plants can grow almost 10 feet tall and that might be inconvenient for indoor grow. With this in mind, growing it in a greenhouse might be a better option rather than in a standard grow room/tent.
It is recommended to grow Punto Rojo in summer, while winter is best to skip. Flowering times take up to 59 days, and the average yield from a single outdoor plant is around 17 ounces.
The four key aspects to take care of during Punto Rojo cultivation:
- Lighting: When growing indoors, a strong light source is necessary to ensure optimal growth and high yields for the plant.
- Temperature: It grows best in warm climates, which is consistent with its tropical origins.
- Humidity: Humidity levels should be controlled, as excessive moisture can lead to mold and fungus growth.
- Curing: Intensive curing is required to calm down the strain’s hay-like harshness at harvest.
How to Recognize Which Phenotype You’re Growing?
Punto Rojo has several phenotypes showing red or orange, pink or golden-green pistils, and some also purple. All varieties typically grow symmetrically like little pine trees, they are cone-shaped and have one main cola.
The median time for the vegetative stage is 18 weeks, depending on the seed you obtain. For instance, a type known to grow in the low mountains typically finishes faster, around 16 weeks. This phenotype has leaves that are a little wider, while the high mountain varieties have thinner, sharper leaves. Both grow very symmetrically and come with pinkish or red pistils. The purple phenotype is a third type that grows in both high and low mountains. A fourth is a beautiful golden green phenotype, and so on.
The more psychoactive plants are varieties that come from the high mountains and are best for recreational, creative use. The others, from the south and interior or Columbia deliver a very specific psychoactive buzz, which at first induces euphoria and toward the end becomes more corporeal. The lower percentages of CBD give a more balanced effect, and is more suitable for medical purposes.
Who Should Try the Punto Rojo Weed Strain?
As already mentioned, Punto Rojo cannabis is a classic sativa that combines a unique appearance, intense aroma and strong psychoactive effect. Thanks to its distinctive red pistils it is easily recognized and can be enjoyed by both beginners and experienced. It’s a strain that can work particularly great for creative folks. It energizes during the day and keeps an active mind during the night. So if you are looking for qualities like that in cannabis don’t miss Punto Rojo when a chance occurs.
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