The use of ultraviolet light in cannabis cultivation is increasingly common, especially in large commercial facilities. Today we tell you what uses UV light can be used for, what differentiates the different types of ultraviolet light and what precautions should be taken when using it. You will see that it can be much more useful than it seems!
THC-COOH: The revealing metabolite of cannabis consumption
Today we want to talk to you about THC-COOH, a metabolite of the main psychoactive cannabinoid in cannabis, THC. We tell you everything you need to know about it, from how it is metabolized in your body to how it can be used in drug tests to detect cannabis consumption.
Psilocybin, a powerful psychedelic compound found in certain species of hallucinogenic mushrooms, has captivated humanity's curiosity for centuries. Today we are going to talk about psilocybin extractions, an alternative when it comes to administering this compound that is gaining followers by leaps and bounds in recent years.
Mephisto Genetics, high-quality automatic genetics
Today we introduce you to one of the most recent additions to the Alchimia catalog, a seed bank specialized in the development of high-quality, high-yielding auto-flowering plants. We are talking about the British guys from Mephisto Genetics, a bank that for more than 10 years has built an excellent reputation among growers of this type of varieties around the world. A safe bet if you are a lover of automatic genetics!
Distinguishing the quality of cannabis: An art and a science
Today we want to help you improve your abilities to evaluate the quality of a cannabis flower. From features such as visual appearance or texture to flavor or potency, in this article we break down what you should take into account when choosing buds of the best possible quality.
Today we present and explain the range of fertilizers and additives for cannabis cultivation from the Dutch brand Hesi, as well as its cultivation tables dedicated to three different media: soil, hydroponics and coconut fiber. Discover all the secrets of Hesi and its products with us!
Hybrid magic mushrooms: what are they?
Today we want to explain to you what a hybrid variety of hallucinogenic mushrooms is, what steps must be taken to create them and what are some of the most popular hybrids on the magic mushroom spore and bread market, with special attention to one of the most legendary: Penis Envy .
Cannabis: dependence and withdrawal syndrome
When stopping consuming cannabis, and especially if it was done continuously and for a long time, a series of withdrawal symptoms may appear related to a dependence created by the user on THC. Today we are going to talk about this relationship between dependence and withdrawal from marijuana and we will give you a series of practical tips to cope with this situation in the best possible way.
Philosopher Seeds presents: Mandarin Cookies, Pure Michigan and Critical Auto XXL
Philosopher Seeds wants to give a surprise to all growers who are returning to indoor cultivation with 3 new varieties that we present to you today in this article: Pure Michigan, Mandarin Cookies and Critical Auto XXL. A trio of genetics that will not leave you indifferent, we assure you!
Full Spectrum Oil: ¿What is FSO?
Full-spectrum cannabis oil is much more than just a blend of cannabinoids. It is an extract that captures the full essence of the cannabis plant, harnessing not only cannabinoids, but also a wide variety of terpenes, flavonoids and other beneficial compounds. Today we tell you everything you need to know about this type of cannabis oil.
Blue spots can often be observed in hallucinogenic or psilocybin-rich mushrooms, a phenomenon known as blueing. Today we tell you everything about this process, why it occurs and when, as well as a practical trick to detect possible contaminations in the mycelium that can be confused with blueing.
Humidity plays an important role in plant development, especially when we take into account its relationship with the ambient temperature of the crop. Today we will talk about this important factor and give you tricks and clues to ensure that environmental humidity becomes your ally and not a problem, not only during cultivation, but also during harvesting and drying.
Germany has been put in the spotlight after the latest news about the legalization and regulation of recreational cannabis in its territory, which should be approved in a few days. Today we tell you about the origins of this plant in German territory, its evolution over the centuries and how this happy situation has finally been reached, which we hope will inspire other EU countries.
Medicines of the past: Cannabis, mushrooms and ancient forgotten therapies
Throughout history, humanity has sought relief and healing using a variety of resources, where plants and fungi have been fundamental in traditional therapies. This article delves into medicines of the past, focusing on cannabis and medicinal mushrooms.
Ethos Genetics, a well-deserved reputation
Ethos Genetics burst onto the scene of the world of cannabis seed banks with a very clear head; offer worked and tested genetics produced from top-level plants to raise the quality standard of the market. Today we will tell you more about them and present some of the varieties that are most successful among our customers.
How to install a hydroponic growing system for cannabis plants
In this post, we explain step-by-step how to assemble a hydroponic growing system. We itemise you all the necessary materials and products to successfully complete the assembly of an automatic irrigation and drainage system.
About this Cannabis Blog
This is the official blog of Alchimia Grow Shop. This blog is intended exclusively for the use of adults over the age of 18 years.
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