Chemotype genetics-true
Chemotype
Type I
THC-dominant
Terpene profile most dominant first
Chemotype — the cannabinoid and terpene profile — is the 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). The dominant terpenes below are aggregated from community and lab reporting; aroma and effect associations are preliminary and not medical claims. Lab-verified COA profiles roll out as Areto’s 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 strainOrtega
Descendants (45)
Effects
Aroma & Taste
Aroma
Breeder releases (3)
About Ortega
Ortega was originally made a little different from Nevil when he was doing his Seedbank thing with Sensi... Shantibaba made a selection from an old school set of seeds that originated from NL#1 and NL#5... from mid 80s. It is expected to keep a good Christmas tree structure in growth and flowers in 6-8 weeks, giving strong fruity, deep berry flavors. It is an excellent all round effect and acts for many like a night medicine. Aids sleep disorders well and muscular conditions... a must try. Heritage: Ortega
Category: The Naturals - Old school genetics
Family of breed: Basically full Afghan (NL#1 x NL#5)
Breeder: Nevil and Shantibaba
Preferred medium: Bio and Hydro, Indoors and outdoors/greenhouse Expected yield: Due to its Afghan origins and the particular parent plants one would expect between 500-750 grams per square meter Flowering period: Due to the predominance of Afghan origins this strain usually finishes outside in the Nth Hemisphere between 10-20 th of October but you can find some earlier. In the southern Hemisphere it should finish in March-April. Recommendations: Difficult to say anything negative about this strain, and should be on the first try seeds from MNS camp.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the genetics of Ortega?
Ortega comes from Abusive OG × African Orange.
Is Ortega indica or sativa?
Ortega is classified as pure indica.
How much THC does Ortega have?
Across breeder releases, Ortega tests around 15% THC.
How long does Ortega take to flower?
Ortega flowers in about 49–53 days.
Is Ortega available as feminized or autoflowering seeds?
Ortega is offered as: regular.