Written by Joshua Sosin

If you’re just getting started with cannabis, you probably have a lot of questions. At Mood, the question we get more often than any other is, “What is THCa flower?”

In this blog post, we'll introduce you to THCa and explain everything you need to know about THCa weed, including how it’s different from THC, why it’s legal, and how to buy it online from the Mood Shop.

Table of Contents

• What Is THCa?

  • How Is THCa Weed Different?

  • Will THCa Flower Get Me High?

• What Are the Different Types of THCa Flower?

  • How Does It Feel To Use THCa Weed?

• Is THCa Legal?

• How Can You Use THCa?

What Is THCa? A Quick Overview

THCa (tetrahydrocannabinolic acid) is a cannabinoid.

It’s one of the many cannabinoids found in fresh undried cannabis plants, and it’s chemically very similar to Delta-9 THC. In their raw form, cannabis plants generate THCa rather than THC.

This cannabinoid produces intense effects when heated, smoked, or vaped. Sometimes, it's also used as a raw food supplement (and in that case, it won't get you high).

Unlike Delta-9, THCa isn’t psychoactive until it’s heated. Introducing THCa to heat amplifies its effects and produces an amazing high.

How Is THCa Weed Different?

THCa cannabis flower is set apart from other forms of weed by its Delta-9 THC content.

All THCa flower contains no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC by dry weight, which means that it’s legally classified as hemp under the Farm Bill. Weed that falls under this threshold of THC content is legal to purchase in many parts of the US.

Will THCa Weed Get Me High?

You’re probably wondering if THCa weed will get you high like any other weed. The answer is yes — THCa flower has amazing psychoactive effects. It can elevate your mood, make you feel relaxed, and even inspire creativity.

However, THCa flower doesn’t have these powerful effects in its raw form. Heating it amplifies its potency and makes it more fun and rewarding to use.

What Are the Different Types of THCa Flower?

Weed is categorized by strain, and there are three strain categories: Indica, Sativa, and hybrid.

Cannabis Indica and Cannabis Sativa are two plants in the same family. They’re very similar, but their physical characteristics and effects can vary.

For example, Indica strains often have more calming, soothing effects compared to Sativa strains. On the other hand, Sativa weed tends to be more invigorating and energizing, producing a cerebral, feel-good high.

At Mood, we’re big fans of THCa hybrid strains. This third category of weed strains includes crossbreeds of Indica and Sativa plants, which are carefully cultivated to produce specific effects.

We love hybrid strains because they help us achieve our mission of offering weed for every need. By combining characteristics of some of the world’s best Indica and Sativa strains, we’re able to provide cannabis flower that perfectly fits your desired mood.

Our hybrid strains can be Sativa-dominant, Indica-dominant, or 50/50. We recommend trying a few of each of these options to see what suits you best.

How Does It Feel To Be High on THCa Weed?

When you smoke THCa flower, the effects that you experience will depend on the strain you choose. For example, our Pluto strain was cultivated with creativity in mind, and it can help you get into a productive, inspired headspace.

On the other hand, our Top Gun strain — available in convenient pre-roll form — is a soothing Indica hybrid that can help you wind down and relax when it’s time for bed.

Different strains produce different effects because of their unique cannabinoid and terpene content. These compounds influence the way that weed makes you feel, and they work together (through a phenomenon called the entourage effect) to make every strain’s effects unique.

Is THCa Legal?

THCa hemp products are now legal in many parts of the US thanks to the Farm Bill. Farm Bill-compliant THCa is classified as any product that contains no more than 0.3% Delta-9 THC by dry weight. This includes raw cannabis buds, edibles, and any other THCa products you might want to order.

When you order THCa products online, make sure you buy from a reputable source like the Mood Shop. Many products sold online present risks because they don't follow the required testing processes. With Mood, you can count on all of the products you buy to be thoroughly tested for quality, safety, and consistency.

How Can You Use THCa? Products From the Mood Shop

If you're interested in high-potency THC-a products, you've come to the right place.

At Mood, we specialize in premium THCa goods sourced from USA-based farms. All of our products are Farm Bill-compliant and contain powerful cannabinoids that produce incredible moods.

Here are some of the different ways you can enjoy THCa with help from products found in the Mood Shop.

Smoking THCa Flower

If you want to enjoy the effects of smoking THCa, flower is the perfect place to start.

You can roll THCa flower in joints, pack a bowl with it, or use it in a dry herb vape. The cannabinoids inside will bind to your body's cannabinoid receptors, producing an incredible high.

In flower, THCa concentrations are often around 23-25%, but they can be higher. The amount of THCa you take in will depend on the strain you choose.

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Using THCa Concentrates

If you want to experience even higher THCa levels, a concentrate is an ideal option.

These products contain much higher levels of THCa other cannabinoids, and you can use them with a dab rig, a nectar collector, or another concentrate-smoking tool.

Keep in mind that the THC concentration in these products can be very high. If you use too much, you might experience greening out, one of the most common THCa side effects. However, if you use a balanced amount, you'll enjoy an incredible high.

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