Chemotype genetics-true
Chemotype
Type I
THC-dominant
Chemotype — the cannabinoid and terpene profile — is the lab-verifiable signal that stays true to a cultivar’s genetics, which is why scientists classify cannabis by chemical profile (a “chemovar”) rather than by name (Hazekamp & Fischedick 2012). Cannabinoid type is set largely by a single gene (the THC:CBD ratio); about 96% of commercial flower is Type I, THC-dominant. Terpene profiles are sourced from Certificates of Analysis (COA) and roll out as Areto’s lab-verified data comes online.
Indica / Sativa — retail shopping guide
Indica, sativa and hybrid are a retail shopping convention — not a reliable guide to genetics or effects. When researchers analysed 89,923 commercial samples across six states, these labels did not predict a plant’s terpene or cannabinoid profile, and a genome-wide study found sativa- and indica-labelled plants to be genetically indistinct (PLOS ONE 2022; Nature Plants 2021). The labels are so fluid that AK-47, a hybrid, won “Best Sativa” at the 1999 Cannabis Cup and “Best Indica” four years later. For an accurate, genetics-true picture, see the chemotype above.
Genetics & Lineage
Parents
This strainKetama Xaoen
Effects
Aroma & Taste
Taste
Breeder releases (1)
About Ketama Xaoen
Ketama Originally from Northern Morocco, she’s been acclimatised to European latitudes since the 90s and thrives in barren, rocky soil and arid, dry conditions. Requires little water and nutrients to produce large, resinous buds which give off the unmistakable aroma of the best Moroccan hash. An indica from Ketama, where the majority of cannabis used in the production of kiff or hash is grown, she flowers early, producing excellent resin yields. She was chosen from a huge collection of seeds we brought back from Rif. Highly resistant to plagues and pests, this strain is widely used by Moroccans to produce one of the world’s best hashes. Sex: Regular
Lineage: Chef Chaouen
Genotype: 100% Indica, small and compact
Grow Method: indoor/outdoor
Harvest Time (indoors): between 55 and 70 days
Harvest Time (outdoors): mid October
Yield: 300g indoor / 400-500g outdoor
Taste: Fine hardwood and hash
Aroma: Strong, hash
Effect: Relaxing.
THC: 16.2%
Resistance to Mould: Low
Resistance to Pests: High
Medicinal Value: High
Frequently asked questions
What are the genetics of Ketama Xaoen?
Ketama Xaoen comes from Morocco - Indica.
Is Ketama Xaoen indica or sativa?
Ketama Xaoen is classified as pure indica.
How much THC does Ketama Xaoen have?
Across breeder releases, Ketama Xaoen tests around 16.2% THC.
How long does Ketama Xaoen take to flower?
Ketama Xaoen flowers in about 50 days.
Is Ketama Xaoen available as feminized or autoflowering seeds?
Ketama Xaoen is offered as: reg. and fem..