Ruderalis

Ruderalis is a subspecies of cannabis that is known for its unique characteristics. It is typically smaller in stature compared to other cannabis subspecies and is often found growing in harsh environments with short growing seasons. Ruderalis plants have adapted to automatically start flowering based on age rather than changes in light cycle, which is a trait known as "auto-flowering." This subspecies is not usually cultivated for its psychoactive properties but is valued for its ability to breed with other cannabis subspecies to create hybrids that inherit the auto-flowering trait. Ruderalis is an important component in the breeding of modern cannabis varieties.