The third main type of cannabis is called a hybrid. Hybrids are pretty interesting because the effects vary depending on the type of strains crossbred to create a particular type of effect. Many hybrid cannabis plants are grown to increase the THC percentage, but each type has a unique ratio of the two cannabinoids.

The appearance of hybrid strains depends on the combination of the parent plants. Hybrids are typically classified as indica-dominant (or indica-dom), sativa-dominant (sativa-dom), or balanced.

Farmers and producers select hybrids for their unique impacts. They can range from reducing anxiety and stress to easing symptoms of chemotherapy or radiation.