At The Ouid Shop, our mission is to make your cannabis experience more personal and joyful, catering to a diverse range of preferences and needs. Whether you're a seasoned connoisseur or a curious newcomer, seeking holistic well-being or light recreation, looking to enhance focus or escape reality for a while, aiming to unwind and relax or gearing up for a buzzy night out with friends, we've got you covered.A Curated Selection of Michigan's FinestWe scour the great state of Michigan, seeking out the finest flower from some of the most innovative producers, bringing you only the most incredible buds from growers who share our passion for cultivation and quality. Our ever-evolving collection is a snapshot of the lushest, most exciting flower varieties our state has to offer.

Understanding Cannabis Flower

To help you navigate our diverse offerings, here's a quick primer on some key cannabis flower terms:

Cannabinoids

Cannabinoids are the active compounds in the plant that provide a range of physical effects upon consumption. THC is the best-known cannabinoid, associated with the "high" from flower, but there are as many as 100 different cannabinoids that can be found across strains, including CBD (associated with stress and pain relief) and CBG, which has anti-inflammatory properties.

Terpenes

Terpenes give each strain its unique character in terms of taste and smell. With hundreds of varieties, from Linalool (associated with lavender's soothing scent) to Pinene (which gives pine trees their bracing, almost minty fragrance), dozens of terpenes can be found in any one strain, creating a distinctive sensory profile all its own.

Indicas, Sativas, and Hybrids

In the wild, there are two main species of marijuana: Cannabis Indica and Cannabis Sativa. Generally speaking, Indicas are characterized by a "body high," while Sativas' effects are more concentrated in the head. The vast majority of cannabis cultivated today blends both, but a given strain will tend to be Indica or Sativa dominant, making an understanding of the two basic species and their effects a useful way to help you navigate our incredible selection.

Indica

Indicas and Indica-dominant hybrids are known for their relaxing character and are associated with stress relief. They can make you sleepy and lethargic, making them a better choice for evening occasions when couch-lock sets in.

Sativa

Sativas and Sativa-dominant strains are more euphoric and stimulating, well-suited for high-energy settings and creative tasks. Like anything with a stimulating effect, too much too fast or failing to pay attention to your setting can make you feel jittery.

Hybrid

Hybrids are where the real variety and subtlety of flower become apparent. The overall character of a given flower comes down to the levels and interplay of cannabinoids and terpenes present in your chosen strain, and hybrids are bred to accentuate different aspects of the Indica and Sativa experience in thousands of exciting sensory ways.

A Plant with Infinite Variety

Growing conditions and methods will also influence the terpene and cannabinoid profile of a strain, much like "terroir" does for wine. And when you factor in the texture, density, and visual appeal of a flower combined with your occasion, mindset, and unique biology, everyone's experience of a particular varietal is unique.At The Ouid Shop, we celebrate the infinite variety of the cannabis plant and are dedicated to helping you find the perfect strain to elevate your journey.