Understanding Cannabis Varieties: Sativa vs Indica What is Indica? Sativa vs Indica. Indica strains typically bring relaxation with their sedative effects. Additionally, these plants, shorter and bushier, suit indoor cultivation perfectly. Indicas, famous for calming, effectively ease anxiety, insomnia, and pain. For example, Granddaddy Purple and Northern Lights are popular choices. Moreover, indica strains usually induce a physical “couch-lock” sensation, …